Dew Shield Power Supply

[Ricky25]

Hi, I was finally thinking about buying my first telescope, I was looking at a Celestron nexstar 6 se but that is now out of my budget since it's recent price rise, I'm currently looking at the new Skywatcher AZ5 range.

Scopes,

https://www.firstlightoptics.com/sky-watcher-az5-deluxe/sky-watcher-skymax-127-az5-deluxe.html.  or

https://www.tringastro.co.uk/sky-watcher-skymax-127-az-gti-13352-p.asp

I've read about dew control and that heated is the best option in the uk but I can't find much info on what type of power supply would be best, I need a portable solution as I can't drive due to head injuries so my local park is my best location after the street lights go out. I was thinking of a heated due cap and a heated strap for the eyepiece, would that be enough. I've seen this but it is very expensive and would I need two if I used a goto mount.

https://www.firstlightoptics.com/batteries-powerpacks/celestron-lithium-lifepo4-powertank.html

Could anyone advise me on cheaper alternatives, how long they would last, the best dew straps and setup etc, really appreciate any advise, thanks.

 

[michael8554]

Hi Ricky

As you're on a budget, start off with a flexible dew shield, it may be all you need.

Michael

[Ricky25]

Thanks for reply, I was going to make a dew shield to start off, I just read a lot of people found they needed the heated kind with this type of scope.  Just wonder about a portable power supply and what rating would be best if needed later, can goto scope and dew shield be run from one power source etc, it may determine  what scope I buy.