{"product_id":"ioptron-pst-star-tracker-travel-kit","title":"iOptron PST Star Tracker Travel Kit – Carry-On, Laser-Free Polar Alignment","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCarry-On Star Tracker Kit for Travel Astrophotography\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBring your own camera.\u003c\/strong\u003e Take your wide-field night sky imaging anywhere in the world without fear of gear confiscation or airline restrictions. The \u003cstrong\u003eiOptron PST Micro Tracker Global Carry-on Travel Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e packs an incredibly precise, single-axis equatorial tracking motor, micro-adjustable latitude wedge, optical polar alignment scope, and high-load ball head into a footprint small enough to slip into your carry-on or even your personal item bag. Weighing in at just 3.6 lbs, this kit won't break your wallet or your back.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEngineered around a whisper-quiet DC servo motor with a precision aluminum chassis, this ultra-portable tracking engine handles up to a \u003cstrong\u003e6.6 lb (3 kg) camera and lens payload\u003c\/strong\u003e with ease—no counterweight needed for most camera and lens setups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e cruises, national-park road trips, international flights, and eclipse travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAirline and Cruise-Ship Compliant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome travel-size tracking packages rely on high-powered green lasers for polar alignment that are illegal to import into countries like Australia or New Zealand, and completely banned across major cruise lines like Carnival, Holland America, Princess, Royal Caribbean, and more. The Mile High Astronomy \u003cem\u003eGlobal Carry-On Travel Kit\u003c\/em\u003e avoids the compliance risk with a high-precision, completely passive \u003cstrong\u003eiOptron AccuAlign Optical Polar Scope\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can cross international borders and board cruise fleets with absolute confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInternal Rechargeable Battery for All-Night Imaging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe PST Micro Tracker features a built-in, ultra-efficient lithium-ion rechargeable battery that delivers up to \u003cstrong\u003e10 hours of continuous tracking on a single charge\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because it relies entirely on its internal battery, it doesn't count against Southwest Airlines' strict \"one loose portable charger\/power bank per customer\" rule—leaving your allowed carry-on power bank completely free to keep your camera and phone running all night long.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/milehighastro.com\/products\/ioptron-pst-micro-tracker-camera-sky-tracker-for-astrophotography\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"iOptron PST micro tracker mount\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiOptron PST Micro Star Tracker Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e High-precision tracking block featuring Sidereal, Solar, Lunar, and 1\/2x tracking speeds, built-in USB-C charging port, and an integrated Vixen dovetail foot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/milehighastro.com\/products\/ioptron-alt-azimuth-adjustable-base\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"iOptron wedge adjustable base\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiOptron Adjustable AZ\/EQ Latitude Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Precision micro-adjustable travel wedge for effortless altitude and azimuth adjustments during polar alignment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/milehighastro.com\/products\/ioptron-polarscope-kit-for-pst-microtracker-and-hst-mini-tracker\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Polar Scope Kit For iOptron PST\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiOptron AccuAlign Passive Optical Polar Scope:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Traditional glass-reticle dark-field polar scope for precise manual alignment without illegal laser beams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/milehighastro.com\/products\/ioptron-ball-head\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"iOptron Ball Head\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiOptron High-Load Travel Ball Head:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e Robust, low-profile fluid-friction ball head engineered to lock heavy mirrorless and DSLR bodies perfectly over the center of mass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/milehighastro.com\/products\/ioptron-pst-micro-tracker-pst-polar-scope-mounting-bracket\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"iOptron polar scope mounting bracket\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eiOptron PST Micro Tracker PST Polar Scope Mounting Bracket:\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ePolar scope adapter bracket for the PST Micro Tracker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat you'll Need\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring your own Camera and lens. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring your Tripod with a 1\/4-20 or 3\/8\" attachment screw. We also carry compatible tripods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a camera or tripod included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is a bring-your-own-camera kit. You'll need your camera and lens, a sturdy camera tripod with a 3\/8\"-16 or 1\/4\"-20 mounting screw, and a USB-C cable for charging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much weight can it carry?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 6.6 lb (3 kg) of camera and lens. For heavier setups near that limit, iOptron offers an optional counterweight kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the battery last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUp to 10 hours per charge at 20°C (68°F). Lithium batteries lose capacity in the cold, so expect less on winter or high-altitude nights. The tracker can also run from any external 5V USB power bank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I take it on a plane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is small enough for a carry-on or personal-item bag. Pack it in your carry-on rather than checked luggage, since it contains a built-in lithium battery, and check your airline's current battery rules before you fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy doesn't it use a laser for polar alignment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt uses iOptron's AccuAlign optical polar scope, so there's no laser. That avoids the laser restrictions some countries and cruise lines apply. Always check your destination's and carrier's current rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can I photograph with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has four tracking rates: sidereal (1×) for stars, nebulae and galaxies; lunar and solar rates for the Moon and Sun (use a certified solar filter); and ½× for Milky Way shots with a sharp landscape foreground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it for the August 2, 2027 total solar eclipse?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Use the solar tracking rate with a certified solar filter on your lens during the partial phases, and remove the filter only during totality. The August 2, 2027 eclipse crosses southern Spain, North Africa, and Egypt, and this kit's carry-on size makes it easy to bring along. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/solar-accessories\" title=\"Shop solar filters far safely photographing the sun and solar eclipses.\"\u003eShop solar filters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it work in the Southern Hemisphere?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It tracks in both the northern and southern hemispheres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does it attach to my tripod and camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tracker mounts to a tripod through its 3\/8\"-16 or 1\/4\"-20 connection, or to the included AZ\/EQ latitude base through its Vixen-style dovetail. Your camera attaches to the included ball head, which fits the tracker's 48 mm mounting block with a 3\/8\" post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne-year limited from iOptron, and 90 days on the battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003ePST Micro Tracker Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWeighing only 390 g (0.86 lbs), it features 4 tracking rates:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e1X for stars and deep space objects (sidereal)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e☾ for Moon (lunar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e☼ for Sun (solar)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"p1\"\u003e½X for Milky Way with terrestrial foreground\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall and light enough to fit in your pocket, yet capable of carrying up to 6.6 lbs of imaging gear. The iOptron PST Micro Tracker is the ultimate portable DSLR sky tracking device.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing a powerful motor and worm gear drive train to operate silently as it precisely tracks the target subjects. The metal CNC-machined body provides for rugged durability. The PST has a Vixen-style dovetail that slides into the included AZ\/EQ base, or it can mount directly to a tripod by a 3\/8\"-16 or 1\/4\"-20 post. Powered by an internal rechargeable Li-Poly battery or external 5 volt power bank for extended use. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncludes the side bracket and iOptron AccuAlign\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e optical polar scope for precise polar alignment for serious astro imaging. It also has a “peek hole” for basic alignment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe PST Micro Tracker is the optimal tracking solution for an on-the-go imager!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll CNC metal structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts cameras weighing up to 3kg (6.6 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight weight (390gm with battery)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilent tracking for smooth camera motion, perfect for long-term exposures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 tracking speed (1X, 1\/2X, solar and lunar). 1X celestial tracking for imaging the sky and stars; 1\/2X tracking speed for imaging both the starry night and the landscapes at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick slew for camera framing adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperation in both northern and southern Hemisphere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in rechargeable battery with Type-C USB port for power and charging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttaches to a camera tripod with 3\/8” or 1\/4” threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eMount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eUltra Compact Single-axis Tracking Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003ePayload (MAX)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003e3kg (6.6 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eMount weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003e390 gm with battery (0.86 lbs)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eDrive train\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eWorm\/gear system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eTracking speed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eSolar, Lunar. 1X Cel, 1\/2 Cel, and N\/S\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eQuick Slew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eYes, for camera framing adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eInternal Li-Poly battery or external 5V power bank\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eDuration of operation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eUp to 10 hours (20ºC)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003ePower charging port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eUSB Type-C 5V 1A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eBody material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eCNC All metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eBody dimension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003e76x63x56 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eBallhead mounting block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eØ48 mm w\/ 3\/8”-16 post\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eBody-base connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eVixen type dovetail bar with 3\/8”-16 socket and 1\/4”-20 converter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003ePolar scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eAccuAlign Polar Scope Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eEQ Base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eOperation temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003e-10~45ºC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"199\" align=\"right\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"366\" align=\"center\"\u003eOne year limited (90 day on battery)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eCompliance statements were accurate as of the time the product description was written (09\/2026) and to the best of our knowledge. 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