Power solution

[MoteOfDust]

Hi!

I am completly new to telescopes, I've been intrested in getting started with stargazing and astrophotography for years and I finally bought a 2nd hand telescope (Celestron Nexstar 6SE) and am waiting to get it home.

From what I understand the batteries don't last very long, So I am looking for a power solution.  As I work with film/photo I have some V-mount batteries (not same brand as in link) that has D-tap out 12-V. would it work to power the telescope with that and just using a cable like this d-tap to 5,5mm.

Been serching but I can't find any information regarding it.

Otherwise what powersolution would you suggest?

 

[Cornelius Varley]

Not sure about the battery. it might be ok if the output has a high ampere output rating ie 3amps. The battery cable will need to be 5.5mm x 2.1mm not 5.5x2.5 as in the link for a Celestron mount.

[Skipper Billy]

Welcome to SGL !!

I cant see any reason why that wouldn't work. The only thing I dont know and can't quickly find out, is the size of the power socket on the mount. The outside is 5.5mm but the two popular internal pin sizes are 2.5mm and 2.1mm - just make sure that you order the right one.

The other thing to check is the correct polarity. When I was looking for the tip size I found that the mount needs centre pin positive - just check the battery and lead output with a multimeter before you plug it in !!!!

Ha sa kul 😉 

 

[Skipper Billy]

Peter and I posted at the same time and Peter has answered the part I didnt know.

In which case you need this cable

[MoteOfDust]

Thank you very much for the fast replies, and very useful info!

I will be getting that cable then.

Thanks!