PlaneWave L-500/600 Wedge

PlaneWave Equatorial Wedge – Precision Polar Alignment for L-500 & L-600 Mounts

Add to the versatility of your L-500 or L-600 Direct Drive Mount with the PlaneWave Equatorial Wedge—engineered for astronomers and institutions requiring equatorial configuration for long-exposure imaging or satellite tracking.

The Equatorial Wedge allows your Alt/Az mount to be precisely adjusted for polar alignment, increasing tracking accuracy and eliminating field rotation in applications where derotators are not ideal.

Key Specifications

Compatibility: PlaneWave L-500 and L-600 Direct Drive Mounts
Latitude Range: Custom-built for your specific site latitude (±3° adjustment range)
Adjustment Mechanism: Oversized fine-thread screws with solid brass locking nuts
Material: Precision-machined steel and aluminum
Weight: 145 lbs fully assembled

Performance & Applications

- Enables conversion of Alt/Az mounts to equatorial mode for advanced tracking
- Fine-thread screws allow smooth, highly precise latitude adjustments
- Ideal for professional observatories, deep-sky astrophotography, and research requiring equatorial alignment
- Built for stability and durability in both permanent and portable setups