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product_id: 63994233
title: "Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green"
brand: "sky-watcher"
price: "¥8511"
currency: JPY
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Sky Watcher"
url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/63994233-sky-watcher-s20550-star-adventurer-ball-head-adapter-telescope-accessory
store_origin: JP
region: Japan
---

# 3/8” threaded post for universal mounting Lightweight 100g design for easy portability V-style dovetail for quick, secure attachment Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green

**Brand:** sky-watcher
**Price:** ¥8511
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌌 Elevate your stargazing game with precision and ease!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green by sky-watcher
- **How much does it cost?** ¥8511 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/63994233-sky-watcher-s20550-star-adventurer-ball-head-adapter-telescope-accessory)

## 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

- • **Premium Build Quality:** Crafted by Sky-Watcher with durable materials for reliable, long-term use.
- • **Quick-Release Mounting:** V-style dovetail ensures fast, stable setup so you never miss a celestial moment.
- • **Seamless Compatibility:** Fits any ball head with a standard 3/8” threaded post for ultimate versatility.
- • **Ultra-Lightweight Design:** At just 100 grams, it’s perfect for on-the-go astrophotographers and pros alike.
- • **Effortless Camera Integration:** Easily attach your camera to your Star Adventurer without dismantling your telescope setup.

## Overview

The Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter is a precision-engineered accessory featuring a 3/8” threaded post and V-style dovetail mount. Weighing only 100 grams, it enables quick and secure attachment of any ball head to the Star Adventurer mount, streamlining astrophotography setups and enhancing versatility for professional and enthusiast users.

## Description

The Star Adventurer Ball Head adapter provides a 3/8 threaded post to mount any ball of choice to the Star Adventurer. The Ball Head adapter utilizes a stand V-style dovetail on the back for easy mounting to the Star Adventurer.

Review: Does what it says on the tin - Finally able to attach my camera to my AZ GTI rather than setting the telescope up every time, great quality
Review: Well made - Product is well made and does a great job

## Features

- Star Adventurer accessory
- 3/8” threaded post
- Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter
- 3/8 threaded post

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00YWPCNJU |
| Batteries | 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 306 in Telescope Accessories |
| Brand | Sky-Watcher |
| Colour | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (355) |
| Date First Available | 5 Jun. 2015 |
| Focus type | Auto Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Star Adventurer 3/8th thread ball head adapter |
| Item Weight | 100 g |
| Item model number | S20550 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 10 x 6.5 x 6.5 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 0.1 Kilograms |
| Part number | S20550 |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 6.4 x 6.4 x 6.4 centimetres |

## Images

![Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/310ZGyN3KzL.jpg)
![Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/713SEHVFwzL.jpg)
![Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/816oNS0I8qL.jpg)
![Sky Watcher S20550 Star Adventurer Ball Head Adapter, Telescope Accessory, Green - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81UWCcszYEL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How does one polar align with this in place?**
A: It has to be polar aligned before fitting the adapter

**Q: what size is the male screw head on this please is it 3/8 inch or 1/4 inch please?**
A: The thread is 3/8 inch.

**Q: Will this be suitable for skywatcher heq5 mount?**
A: The wedge is not long enough to fit on my EQ5.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Does what it says on the tin
*by N***N on 21 November 2025*

Finally able to attach my camera to my AZ GTI rather than setting the telescope up every time, great quality

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well made
*by J***N on 11 January 2020*

Product is well made and does a great job

### ⭐⭐⭐ Does the job.
*by G***T on 14 September 2023*

Does the job it was purchased for.

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*Store origin: JP*
*Last updated: 2026-02-15*