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product_id: 158398713
title: "SkyWatcher S20560 Star Adventurer Dec Bracket, Telescope Accessory, Black, Single"
brand: "sky-watcher"
price: "€ 111.23"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 7
category: "Sky Watcher"
url: https://www.desertcart.it/products/158398713-skywatcher-s20560-star-adventurer-dec-bracket-telescope-accessory-black-single
store_origin: IT
region: Italy
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# ¼-20 threaded post for secure mounting Balances heavy DSLR/mirrorless setups Precision fine adjustment knob SkyWatcher S20560 Star Adventurer Dec Bracket, Telescope Accessory, Black, Single

**Brand:** sky-watcher
**Price:** € 111.23
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Elevate your night sky game with precision and balance!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** SkyWatcher S20560 Star Adventurer Dec Bracket, Telescope Accessory, Black, Single by sky-watcher
- **How much does it cost?** € 111.23 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/158398713-skywatcher-s20560-star-adventurer-dec-bracket-telescope-accessory-black-single)

## Best For

- sky-watcher enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sky-watcher brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lock It Down:** Reliable locking clutch guarantees your settings stay put during long exposure astrophotography sessions.
- • **Compact Yet Robust:** Lightweight 540g design packs professional-grade durability without bulk.
- • **Pinpoint Precision:** Fine adjustment Dec knob lets you effortlessly center celestial targets with surgical accuracy.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Seamlessly pairs with Star Adventurer and Star Adventurer Mini mounts for versatile use.
- • **Perfect Balance, Every Time:** Counterweight kit compatibility ensures rock-solid stability for your DSLR or mirrorless camera setup.

## Overview

The SkyWatcher S20560 Star Adventurer Dec Bracket is a must-have accessory for astrophotographers using Star Adventurer mounts. Designed to balance heavy DSLR or mirrorless cameras with long lenses, it features a fine adjustment declination knob and a locking clutch for precise, stable tracking of celestial objects. Lightweight yet durable, it ensures your setup remains perfectly aligned for stunning night sky captures.

## Description

Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer Dec bracket compatible with Star Adventurer and Star Adventurer Mini. Necessary for use with counterweight kit to balance the mount against the weight of a DSRL or mirrorless camera or dedicated astronomy camera paired with a lens or appropriate telescope. Fine adjustment dec knobs let you make small adjustments to center astronomical targets.

Review: Needed if attaching a long lens - Forgot the purchase this when buying the sky tracker. I can now attach my Canon R5 with my Canon 100-500 lens.
Review: Fitted OK but should have probably got a slightly bigger size - Arrived early and well packaged

## Features

- Dec bracket for Star Adventurer mount
- Necessary for use with counterweight kit
- Fine adjustment Dec knob
- Locking clutch
- ¼-20 threaded post

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01D40FZTS |
| Best Sellers Rank | 448 in Telescope Accessories |
| Brand | Sky-Watcher |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (211) |
| Date First Available | 2 Nov. 2015 |
| Focus type | Manual Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Star Adventurer Dec bracket with slow motion control |
| Item Weight | 540 g |
| Item model number | S20560 |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 18 x 13 x 11.5 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 0.58 Kilograms |
| Part number | S20560 |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 18.1 x 18.1 x 13 centimetres |
| Style | Dec Bracket |
| Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sky-Watcher
- **Compatible devices:** Star Adventurer, Star Adventurer Mini
- **Eye piece lens description:** Plössl
- **Finderscope:** Reflex
- **Focus type:** Manual Focus
- **Item weight:** 540 g
- **Model name:** Sky-Watcher
- **Power source:** manual winding
- **Product dimensions:** 17.8D x 10.2W x 12.7H centimetres
- **Telescope mount description:** Equatorial Mount

## Images

![SkyWatcher S20560 Star Adventurer Dec Bracket, Telescope Accessory, Black, Single - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71C1BPHGkRL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Do you need this in order to use the counter weight?**
A: Yes, that assembly is where the counter weight rod screws in.  Without that assembly, you would have to build your own adapter.

**Q: Does this bracket allow me to mount my Nikon D5500 camera to it?**
A: Yes, I purchased this to mount my D5500 onto an Explore Scientific Twilight mount.

**Q: What material is this made of?**
A: Machined aluminum body. Steel screws with plastic knobs.

**Q: Is there a spec on the gearing and can the camera base move 360 degrees or is there a limit?**
A: You can contact us at support@skywatcherusa.com for the specs. you are looking for. 

The camera base can rotate 360 degrees.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Needed if attaching a long lens
*by M***S on 17 March 2025*

Forgot the purchase this when buying the sky tracker. I can now attach my Canon R5 with my Canon 100-500 lens.

### ⭐⭐⭐ Fitted OK but should have probably got a slightly bigger size
*by P***L on 20 July 2025*

Arrived early and well packaged

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by D***D on 4 February 2021*

I used this item in a way not intended by the manufacturer, it was used as a drive adapter on a telescope equitorial mount where it solved a final drive problem. It provides a nice no backlash worm drive with a manual decoupled as such it is awsome!

## Frequently Bought Together

- SkyWatcher S20560 Star Adventurer Dec Bracket, Telescope Accessory, Black, Single
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*Product available on Desertcart Italy*
*Store origin: IT*
*Last updated: 2026-05-13*