Tag Archives: Mounts and Tripods

The Vixen Mini-Porta comes equipped with two fine adjustment handles for whole circle slow motion in both directions very useful in searching and tracking celestial objects. In addition these are great mounts for terrestrial viewing. The gear drive make it a simple matter to precisely track a planet or ship on the horizon by simply … Continue reading

Legs for your binoculars!Observing the heavens requires a sturdy mount for your optics. The Zhumell Astronomical Tripod will give it to you!Designed for use with heavy astronomical binoculars the Zhumell Astronomical Tripod offers exceptional performance and stability for even the largest binoculars. With a weight rating of 25 pounds this tripod ensures firm support for … Continue reading

For professional-level stability! You’ve spent years developing your professional-level photographic technique all to help you capture the perfect shot. And when the opportunity for that shot comes you’ll want to have your camera on firm footing. The Zhumell Professional Tripod will put it there. High Performance Features Includes quick-release mounting plate Weight rating of 8.5 … Continue reading

A light-weight tripod for those who need a little support without the extra baggage. New from Zhumell this lightweight tripod is great for the beginner-mid-level user. 23.5- to 62-inch working height offers comfortable working range for optical equipment.24.5-inch collapsed height makes it easy to store and carry.Flip-lock leg extension for easy adjustment.3-way head design elevation … Continue reading

The Porta II is a solid altimazimuth mount with a 20lb payload capacity features Slow Motion Flexible Handles to minimize vibrations and keep your view sharpvery useful in searching and tracking celestial objects. The mount head is easily removed to allow for a switch to a heavier tripod. In addition this is a great mount … Continue reading

While the outside might look similar to the standard Sphinx Mount the changes that have happened under the hood are huge! Incorporating one piece hardened steel RA and DEC shafts with needle bearings throughout the new Sphinx D can handle a load capacity up to 50lbs. The Sphinx D comes complete with PEC and the … Continue reading

The Vixen SX or SPHINX mount and STAR BOOK hand controller are groundbreaking advancements in high speed portable GOTO mount technology. The SPHINX is a solid well built mount that has the look and feel of Vixen quality. Beginners and seasoned hobbyists will benefit from the portability of the mount the easy to use controller … Continue reading

The all new Meade LX80 Multi-Mount – Three Mounts In One Now you no longer have to make the difficult decision between the ease of setup and operation of an alt-az mount or the versatility and long duration imaging capability of a German equatorial mount. Meade’s LX80 is the only mount that gives you both … Continue reading

Meade Instruments introduces the latest in a long line of advanced astronomical products. The all new Meade LX800 Equatorial Telescope Mount featuring StarLock technology is the most exciting product to hit the astronomy community in a decade. Meade LX800 – Precision Machined Solid German Equatorial Mount Constructed of machined stainless steel and aircraft grade 6061-T6 … Continue reading

Perfect for mounting the Coronado PST SolarMax40 SolarMax60 and SolarMax70 scopes. Product features include the DS-2000 fork mount and tripod #497 AutoStar Controller Compass with Bubble Level and universal bracket and screws for mounting the PST and SolarMax scopes. Simply level the mount point the scope north turn the mount on slew the scope to … Continue reading