Skylabs Polar Alignment Adapter
This polar alignment adapter turns the challenging process of setting your equatorial mount or star tracker into a fast and easy operation.
You will need to install in your smartphone PS Align Pro (iOS), PolarAligner Pro (Android only for Northern Hemisphere), or PhotoPills (multiplatform).
This adapter supports the most popular smartphones with a protective case (and any other smartphone with similar dimensions) and also QHY PoleMaster.
This device supports multipe setups attending to the type of equatorial mount and the smartphone app / QHY PoleMaster. Review the diagram available in the images to learn what option works best for your equatorial mount.
Mount Adapter
- The Vixen dovetail mount adapter is suitable for most equatorial mounts and Skywatcher StarAdventurer.
- The 3/8" mount adapter A and B are suitable for iOptron SkyTracker, iOptron Skyguider Pro, Omegon Mini Track LX2, Move Shoot Move, and other 3/8" screw-based trackers.
The Arca Swiss mount adapter is compatible with the Move Shoot Move Nomad and other equatorial mounts that use the Arca Swiss mount system. It is also particularly handy for astrophotographers aiming to capture star trails and center the celestial pole in their camera's field of view using a standard tripod.
The Finder Dovetail adapter is compatible with Sharpstar Askar, William Optics RedCat and other telescopes with a finder dovetail socket located on top of the telescope. Placing the Skylabs Polar Alignment Adapter in that socket will help to align the mount to the celestial pole.
Polar Alignment Plate size
- Small: suitable for iPhone 6 to 8, SE, 13 mini and compatible sizes (145.5mm x 75mm).
- Medium: suitable for iPhone X, XS, 11 Pro, 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 13, 14, 14 Pro, 15, Samsung Galaxy S23, S24 and compatible sizes (153.8mm x 79.2mm).
- Large: suitable for iPhone 11, XR, XS Max, 11 Pro Max, 12 Pro Max, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max, 14 Plus, 14 Pro Max, 15 Pro, Samsung Galaxy S23+, S23 Ultra, S24+, S24 Ultra and compatible sizes (167.9mm x 85.8mm).
- Extra Large: suitable for larger phones up to 182mm x 92mm.
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Shipping Information
Orders typically ship out within 2 business days, but custom orders occasionally take longer.
Documentation and FAQs
Documentation
Tutorials
- Skylabs Polar Alignment official video tutorial.
- Fantastic video tutorial from Richard Tatti using this tool (English).
- Outstanding video tutorial from Cayetana Saiz using this tool (Spanish).
FAQs
- What can you do if the camera protrudes from the phone and tilts it?
Consider placing four silicone bumpers on the plate. Watch this video to compensate for the gap introduced by the camera. - What is the big hole in the plate for?
That hole is to host a QHY PoleMaster. - What is the right size for my phone?
Measure your phone with the case and check what plate size matches those dimensions. - Why did the price change in the final checkout?
We are a New Zealand company, and the final invoice is set in New Zealand dollars.
Environmentally Friendly Product
Skylabs is fully committed to sustainable and eco-friendly production. For that reason, our products are meticulously crafted from PLA+, bamboo and other recyclable and eco-friendly materials. PLA+ is the material used in our 3D printed products, it is a biodegradable and compostable material derived from renewable resources like cornstarch or sugarcane, ensuring that our products leave minimal environmental impact once disposed of. Bamboo, is considered a natural composite material. It is known for its rapid growth and minimal resource requirements, further enhances the sustainability of our offerings. Additionally, we are dedicated to reducing our carbon footprint to the bare minimum. This commitment extends to our packaging, where we opt for recyclable and eco-friendly materials, and to our production processes, where we prioritize energy-efficient methods. By choosing our products, you not only receive items of exceptional quality and precision but also contribute to preserving our environment for future generations.