AZ5 vs Twilight I for Zhumell Z130 OTA? - posted in Mounts: Long story short, I live in Ontario Canada and it seems the only simple alt/az mounts that are available seem to be the Sky Watcher AZ5 and the Explore Scientific Twilight I. The slow motions controls work great. Option 3) I currently own a Vixen Super Polaris mount with a ADM dovetail saddle. Sold out $ 199. This is available from our sponsor here:. Explore FirstLight 80mm Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount FirstLight AR80mm White Tube Refractor with 640mm focal length f/8 telescope with fully-coated glass; Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. Today it will take an 80 mm F5 refractor, 100 mm F4 Newtonian and. Our local Home Depot hardware store sells a surveyors tripod for $80, and I'm investigating the possibility of adapting it to the Twilight I. Scopes: Explore Scientific ED80CF, Skywatcher 200 Quattro Imaging Newt, Mounts: Orion Atlas EQ-g mount & Skywatcher EQ5 Pro. com. I'm aware the Sabre is currently under production for a new batch and it looks like the Starwave is out. Features: 102mm aperture is ideal for getting excellent views of deep sky favorites. 9 kg: Tube dimensionI have in excellent condition a explore scientific twilight I mount. Ron Millard started working at Twilight in 1986 and. Mounts - Alt Az Show. iOptron HAZ-46 Alt Azi Mount Review; Brandon Vernonscope 94mmF7 APO first impressions. Simply tightening these helped a lot. 25" 90-deg Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Recommend Alt-Az mount for Celestron C8 - posted in Mounts: Hello, I have a Celestron C8 telescope with a Celestron VX Equatorial mount. Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano Mount - FL-TWINANOT1-00. This was a very affordable kit at right around $1,000 US dollars. 95. This Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano Alt-Azimuth Mount includes a sturdy steel ST1 tripod with 1. We have recently bought a couple telescopes to do some visual observing and one came with an Explore Scientific Twilight I alt/az mount. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. I was surprised by the limited choice of alt/az mounts in the next tier - they very quickly reached a price where I felt that I might as well jump straight to a fancy EQ mount. 5" to 45"; Handle included for smooth movements. It's lightweight and at the same time sturdy enough to carry your 4. - It has the better mount. 5 Truss tube Dobsonian; Celestron PowerSeeker 70AZ Telescope ($10 Scope) Orion EQ-26 Mount Review; Review of Explore Scientific First Light 8; Rebuilding my. Quantity. as it's not too expensive, and I like to manually track with the slow motion controls. com. Does anyone have instructions on how to align both sides so they are pointing. FirstLight N114mm White Tube Newtonian with 500mm focal length f/4. What are some good alt-az mounts, with fine motion controls, to consider for this telescope?Ive tried the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount, but this telescope was too heavy for it to be stable. EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 80/640 AZ Nano Refractor Telescope D=80 / F=640mm Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount. So if you already have one or the other, you can order just the mount head by itself to switch back and forth between. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. Bresser Nano Alt/Az Mount. Sale price $156 CAD. Dauzat- Sky-Watcher Evostar 100mm doublet APO - Explore Scientific Twilight I - Explore Scientific 68° 28MM eyepiece - William Optics 1. Yes, you read right, $65. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. My friend did it on his Twilight 1 mount. CVS Tours: Twilight tour - See 503 traveler reviews, 96 candid photos, and great deals for Victoria, Canada, at Tripadvisor. 5 for a while. Explore FirstLight 130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01 Explore Scientific Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or explore inspiring deep sky treasures, the versatile FirstLight. For accepting more diminutive scopes such as small Maksutov-Cassegrains, refractors, and solar scopes, as well. Currently using a Twilight 1 alt-az for GnG with an ST120. 6 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Close. A simple 30-second training procedure allows the scope to track for 10 minutes or more. explore scientific Twilight II from hayneedle - posted in Mounts: Hey Folks,I just received an Explore Scientific Twilight II alt-az mount. Key Features. Features Alt-azimuth mount Beginner’s set with. The Twilight Nano alt/az mount is the least expensive package, although I knew it would be inadequate for the scope. Experience with a Giro III (sleeve bearings) lead me to feel that a weight balance (scope versus scope or scope versus counterweight) of better that 4lb (a couple of kilo!) gave best results. Save $ 125. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. . 5, so it is a fast, wide field scope. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/6. Add to cart. If you live in the NYC/NJ/CT Tristate area. Should I get another alt az mount, or take the plunge on an eq mount? Thanks! Edited by MonstroSean, 16 June 2017 - 01:03. Lastly the Explore Scientific Twilight II comes to mind. 80mm aperture will reveal impressive lunar details ranging from craters to rilles, planetary features like Saturn’s ring structure or Jupiter’s cloud belts; and bright deep sky treasures like galaxies, nebulae and clusters. I have the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 which is very similar. Add to Wish List Add to Compare. 0 out of 5 stars The best manual Alt/Az. These mounts are easy to set up, rugged, and very sturdy, and they're best suited for large aperture telescopes. The only thing missing from my visual setup is an alt-az mount. Cosmos. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. I have a wee equatorial, an EQ-1, hence a wee alt-azimuth to complement. The Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod from Explore Scientific is designed to hold a small- to medium-sized refractor or a lightweight Newtonian up to 15 pounds. Key Features. The Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi mount is an alt-azimuth mount design that pivots left to right and up/down. I think Explore Scientific had a similar design a while back. It points intuitively and tracking with the slow motion is easy - peasy. ASTRO-TECH VOYAGER 2 ALTAZIMUTH MOUNT. ⚡ Found 3 phones, address, photos, reviews, opening times,. Explore Scientific 1 item; iOptron 27 items; Pegasus Astro 2 items; Sky Watcher 8 items; Tele. Included handle enables smooth movements. TSS Awards Badges. Is there another option for a high-quality A/Z mount that can mount a 8 SCT? Manual slow motion controls preferred, motor drive not needed. B&H # EXMAZ0100 MFR # MAZ01-00. However, for 80mm refractors and smaller, my new favorite Grab-and-Go mount is this one, the Sky-Watcher. When comparing an 8" Dob to a sat 3 - 4 inch refractor on an alt az mount, it is essentially the same thing except you lose 4 inches of aperture. Any comments on those as to whether they. With the exceptionally long focal length though, especially if. An Explore Scientific Twilight 1 or the Astro-Tech Voyager 2 altazimuth mount would work well. A. 47 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. -Orion VersaGo III VersaGo III. . Explore Scientific Twilight Tripod. Read honest and unbiased. $349. However the solid mounting arm on the Porta is more stable than the Twilight mounting arm. Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor with Twilight Nano Mount - FL-AR102600TN. They worked fine. Twilight I Alt-Az Mount. This mount can be made to run in alt-az by pointing the. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 127mm f/15 Alt-Az Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight 1 Mount featuring 127mm Catadioptric OTA, 1900mm Focal Length, f/15 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Internal Focusing Mechanism, 1. These telescope packages are great for anyone getting started in amateur. Page 1 of 2 - Explore Scientific Twilight II Mount - First Light - posted in Mounts: Hi Folks. I've decided, that I want a new mount. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt/Az Mount Bresser Nano Alt/Az Mount. No tripod, just the Mount itself. 47 telescope with fully multi-coated glass; Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. Wondering if the Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano tripod is a worthwhile upgrade, considering. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. 95 $79. Aperture:. I currently have a Losmandy GM-8 mount that the TV-102 goes on with the Losmandy 7". 5" scope. The sweet thing about this scope is the wide FOV for big deep sky objects. Features Description Specs Warranty Extras 102mm aperture is ideal for getting excellent views of deep sky favorites. The Twilight tubular steel legs, and leg hub are more robust than the Porta. Explore the universe with the Explore Scientific's FIRSTLIGHT 102MM DOUBLET REFRACTOR WITH TWILIGHT NANO MOUNT | Order today from Ontario Telescope and Accessories. I don't use the Twilight 1 tripod very much. I have had mine for 1 year and it has performed absolutely flawlessly. The Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano is a light-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small scopes, such as a small Mak-Cassegrain, small Refractor or small Solar Scope and of course, the ED80mm. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod. I. Designed with convenience in mind, it readily accommodates small to medium-sized refractor telescopes, including models such as the AR102 , AR127 , ED102 , and the ED80 . If you decide on new setup, For kids, I would get an alt-az mount with slow motion controls. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 40mm Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 1. 25" diameter legs with a minimum height of 25. FirstLight MAK100mm White Tube Maksutov-Cassegrain with 1400mm focal length f/14 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 1. I've ordered Explore Scientific Twilight I Adjustable Angle Alt-Azimuth Mount . 1. FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor with 1200mm focal length f/9. So I bought some tube rings and mounted the OTA on a used Stellarvue M4 /GSO mount that bolted directly (no modifications needed) onto the stainless-steel tripod that came with my Explore Scientific Twilight Alt-az mount. Page 1 of 3 - Alt Az Mounts for Grab and GO - Way too many Options - posted in Mounts: Im trying to decide on an AltAz Mount for a Quick Deploy Backyard Grab and Go. Big in the sense that it's long for its overall size. So I'm looking for a good alt-az non-goto mount for my EdgeHD 8". 99) Astro-Tech Voyager 2 Alt/Az mount ($199. 25" draw tube focuser; 1. 5-inch) Newtonian with 500mm focal length f/4. Posts:. I also made several refractors ranging from 80mm/F11 to 152mm/F7. While it lacks any electronic features, it. Short, fast Newtonians are also suitable for the Explore Scientific Twilight Nano. What about Explore Scientific Twilight 1 or Sky-Watcher AZ5? They are both 15 pound. Largest scope id like to go on this mount is a C8 sct(or similiar). Edited by MarkMittlesteadt, 19 October 2023 -. Explore Scientific Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount & Tripod This Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano Alt-Azimuth Mount includes a sturdy steel ST1 tripod with 1. I have for sale a Kokusai Kohki guide handle made for the Vixen Porta Mount and also works on the Explore Scientific Twilight I/II Mounts. My Oberwerk wooden tripod has an LC of 35 lbs. Help me decide? Equipment: Primary: 114mm F/4 Newtonian (currently have), Skywatcher 100ED F/9 (Possible purchase 2017) *looking also at the 80ED but for the. A quick review of the iStar Phantom FCL 140-6. I use it visually with 102-120 mm Refractors. This scope features a straightforward manual alt-azimuth mount, perfect for beginners or for quick observation sessions. . Explore Scientific Twilight I Mount & Tripod The Twilight I Alt Azimuth mount from Explore Scientific is an incredibly portable mount that has a ton of great features. Peter, I find the S-B to be a sturdier mount than that last EZTouch mount, at least going by memory. I had read and watched videos about the common issue of a loose center bolt that causes slop in either the altitude or azimuth axes, and was prepared to quickly disassemble the things and tighten that nut if my unit arrived with that. Product Description. This Explore Scientific Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount & Tripod is Used and in Excellent Condition. Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or. My first scopes on this were an 80 mm refractor and a 127 mm F15 Mak. Attached Thumbnails. Add to cart. I typically use with a Konusky 500 8" reflector. I recently took my classic f/10. Zenith also not ergonomic. In the 1960s amateur astronomer John Dobson created a new version of the alt-az mount. Page 1 of 2 - New Orion Alt-Az Mounts - posted in Mounts: Just noticed Orion has added two new alt-az mounts: AZ-4 ($150) & the VersaGo III ($330). I reeeeeeeeeeeally want tracking but unfortunately the DSV-3 with tracking (and slo-mo!) costs $2200 and that is simply too expensive for an alt-az mount. I find this one an even better travel scope and it works perfectly on my small Bresser Alt/Az mount. iOptron HAZ-46 Alt Azi Mount Review; Brandon Vernonscope 94mmF7 APO first impressions. This mount is identical to the Explore Scientific, Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano Mount, only black and gray in color. EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC FIRSTLIGHT AR90MM Review - posted in Refractors : I have not been able to find much info out there on this scope, so I wanted to share a quick review. 5 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. Explore FirstLight 100mm Mak-Cassegrain Telescope with EQ3 Mount - FL-MC1001400EQ3. They are the little black screws in the first photo. ZWO mini. I am currently looking at the explore scientific twilight II mount and the explore scientific twilight I mount. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 152mm f/12. 25 with 15 lbs counterweights on the opposite side. Compare Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount vs Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with TripodCart. A simple 30-second training procedure allows the scope to track for 10 minutes or more. Motorized Computer-Controlled AZ Mount; Compact Design, 33+10 lb Payload. The mount and tripod are mechanically sound. Introducing the Explore Scientific FirstLight 127mm f/9. Page 1 of 2 - What Mount Should I Use For The Explore Scientific ED102 Apochromatic Refractor Telescope - posted in Mounts: So, this is a continuation from a topic that I posted about this refractor, the Explore Scientific ED102 APO. I reeeeeeeeeeeally want tracking but unfortunately the DSV-3 with tracking (and slo-mo!) costs $2200 and that is simply too expensive for an alt-az mount. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt/Az Mount Bresser Nano Alt/Az Mount. The AR102 is a 102mm scope with a 663mm focal length and an f-ratio of f6. $ 329. View full details Original price $ 109. DIY "universal" Alt-Az mount - posted in ATM, Optics and DIY Forum: Recently, I acquired a Zhumell Z8 Dobsonian, but it came without a base. I have a Zhumell Z130 and I know everyone seems to love dobs, but it isnt for me or my situation. I need something easier to transport and plop down. CA Residents: Prop 65 WARNING (S) Explore FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount - FL-AR102600TN. They say I needed a Vixen style dovetail to mount it. Short, fast Newtonians are also suitable for the Explore Scientific Twilight Nano. If it were me, I would go with the Explore Scientific. John Baars Co-Administrator Articles: 5 Posts: 2587 Joined: Sat May 11, 2019 9:00 am 4 Location: Schiedam, NetherlandsI just added a Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Az Mount with Tripod and was surprised that it handles my 100mm APO pretty nicely. Compare Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod. 99 - Original price $ 109. Another option would be the Explore Scientific Twilight I, but it's a fair bit heavier courtesy of steel tripod. The Televue weighs eight pounds, and less than two feet long, and is easy to remove from the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 alt-az mount. Stuck between two mount due to supply shortages. Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano Altazimuth Head Mount and Tripod; 1. com. The internal 'why-fi' has never worked correctly. This mount is sold with the Explore Scientific AR102 F10 refractor, so it's not unthinkable, but it's probably not a match made in heaven because of the long moment arm of 1 meter long refractors. EXOS Nano is a light-duty German equatorial mount that has slow-motion controls for smooth manual tracking of objects as they move across the night sky. Hi all, I have an Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Az Mount that I just received from High Point Scientific. Re: Astronomy Report - 11/20/22 and 11/21/22 - Copper Breaks State Park, Texas,. Compare Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Vixen Optics Porta II Tall+ Alt-Azimuth Mount1) The collar set screws (alt and az pairs) were loose and this allowed much slop in both dimensions. Others on this site have made good comments on the similar-looking Vixen. Get it Jun 22 - 23. 2) The other main. The Meade 114mm f/4 eclipse view comes with a standard Vixen dovetail so it will attach directly to these types of setups. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope with Twilight I Mount featuring 102mm Refractor OTA, 1000mm Focal Length, f/9. No argument but what I think is equally fair is if one wants a lighter duty alt/az mount still adequate for the short 4 incher, it may well not be up to mounting the 8 inch. Re: Show us your planetary eyepieces! Post by DeanD » Wed Oct 20, 2021 1:36 am. This scope features a straightforward manual alt-azimuth mount, perfect for beginners or for quick observation sessions. Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera adapter. Buy: Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4. If you have an equatorial mount and are looking at a star chart, you'd know you needed to move. Included handle enables smooth movements. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. The scope itself ways close to 10 lbs, but It could come closer to 15 lbs with the finder, rings/dovetail, and heavy tele vue eyepieces. I called OPT about the Explore Scientific Twilight II Alt-Az mount yesterday. A little aberration is fine on something that’s never. Now I will say that I am a huge ES fan. Min Height: 38. I need. Tech Details. Right now I. Description The Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano is a light-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small scopes,. 5" and a maximum. Explore Scientific Twilight I Adjustable Altazimuth Head Mount and Tripod. The best alt-az mount I have used to date is the Altiar Sabre mount, it's just superbly engineered simplicity. Page 1 of 3 - Skywatcher AZ4 or Explore Scientific Twilight 1 for SW BK102 OTA f9. 8 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Hexagonal Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 2" 90° Diagonal, 25mm Eyepiece, Twilight 1 Manual Alt-Az Mount, Dual-Axis Slow Motion Cables, Red-Dot. its about 15 lbs, what would be a good altazimuth mount say under $250 if there is such a thing with out having to take out a loan for the high dollar ones. Twilight I Mount and Tripod. It's popular for a reason and I have one that fills a particular need very well, as many others do. Short, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight Nano mount. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera. The lightweight mount is highly portable but can still hold up to 15lbs of equipment. - posted in Mounts: Hi All, Any experiences with the above mount? planning to get one used and use it with the 120mm refactor and the 150 reflector Thanks Jump to content. FirstLight 102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. It appears to be very much like the Porta II but $80 to $100 less. The best alt-az mount I have used to date is the Altiar Sabre mount, it's just superbly engineered simplicity. As. An Explore Scientific Twilight I is a decent alt-az mount. In this video, I show how I added a panhandle to my Explore Scientific Twilight I mount to make it easier to pan the telescope around the night sky. The Twilight I is a light-to-medium-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small to medium sized refractors, such as the AR102 or ED102mm, and of course, the ED80mm. 5. Whether you enjoy exploring the planets or prefer to capture deep sky objects, the Explore Scientific AR127mm will show you the way. How to attach the camera tripod adapter to the mount head on the Explore Scientific Twilight IWith Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. 5 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only) featuring 152mm Catadioptric OTA, 1900mm Focal Length, f/12. Instead of using a tripod, he took a Lazy Susan style base that swivels left and right. Top. I mean, its workable but even M42 at 40x (10 mm) is a pain to track (cant imagine a planet). A map of hiking trails in the Victoria, Saanich, Sooke, and southern Vancouver Island region of British Columbia, Canada. 1" (130mm), Eyepiece Diameter: 1. coupled with the Twilight I Alt/Az mount. With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. Figure 13 pounds with a big 2" eyepiece. Unfortunately it is defective out of the box. A quick review of the iStar Phantom FCL 140-6. The Twilight I is a light-to-medium-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small to medium sized refractors, such as the AR102 or ED102mm, and of course, the ED80mm. Hankster2019. I am looking for a solid, yet light alt-az mount. 99). $99. A/Z Mount for a 8 SCT? - posted in Mounts: Im interested in an AZ mount for my 8 SCT. Whether you enjoy exploring the planets or prefer to capture deep sky objects, the Explore Scientific AR127mm will show you the way. 99 4. Press ↵ Enter for Accessibility for blind people who use screen readers; Press ↵ Enter for Keyboard. 8 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. 8). Since several users have indicate the Twilight II mount is a little sticky or not smooth,. Press ↵ Enter for Accessibility for blind people who use screen readers; Press ↵ Enter for Keyboard Navigation; Press . This mount, with it's adjustable angle head, provides a lighter and more versatile alternative to our TwiLight II mount. EXOS Nano is a light-duty German equatorial mount that has slow-motion controls for smooth manual tracking of objects as they move across the night sky. twilight 1. That Omni Alt Az - the new adj. Takahashi PM-1 AltAz Mount. A Alt/Az mount will be easier to move around than an EQ one from a. Mount: EQ3. There may be a wait time after ordering. I put the mount on my AVX tripod. It could be that the better tripod on that system is worth the extra $20 or so but I'm unsure of the head on that one. Explore Scientific Twilight, Astro-Tech Voyager, and Orion Versa GO III. As far. 7), I had the following eyepieces:. With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. Extras. I have read that the 4" F9 Synta is a bit of stretch for the ES mount, and I tend to. Explore Scientific Twilight I Mount & Tripod The Twilight I Alt Azimuth mount from Explore Scientific is an incredibly portable mount that has. There are similar Alt-Az mounts from others they would all be fine. That might be a future upgrade once I know what optics I’ll be using. 25" diameter legs with a minimum height of 25. DeanD Orion Spur Ambassador Articles: 0 Posts: 595 Joined: Fri May 17, 2019 7:27 am 4 Location: Adelaide South Australia TSS Awards Badges. All components are accounted for. These are the mounts I am currently considering, but am open to others. I have a Celestron AVX and an Evolution, but both of those things are a bear to haul out for a quick look, so I’ve been searching for a simple altitude/ azimuth mount for my Explore Scientific 127CF. The Twilight I can be adjusted with slow-motion cables on both the altitude and azimuth axis as well as locked in place with clutches, and sits atop a robust steel tripod. BARCODE 8122570180240. Durable aluminum construction, adjustable angle head,. Alt-Azimuth Telescope Mount. Mount: Twilight Nano. 7 pounds, and folds down to 42" for transport. It is extremely solid. Explore Scientific FirstLight 152mm f/12. I want something big enough to hold up to a 120mmx700-900ish refractor. . 4 Alt-Az Refractor Telescope offers a simple yet powerful observation rig for viewing the Moon, planets, meteor showers, and bright deep-sky objects. (The Star Seeker IV is not available on the Orion website, but I assume this is temporary and will be back in stock since they do sell the mount bundled with a scope). All of the mounts I own today came with the scope in a package. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. I've had a number of medium-capacity manual Alt-Az mounts that would certainly handle an AT80ED. 5 pounds C8? What about Omegon AZ Deluxe?. 5" to 45"; Handle included for smooth movements. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. download orion's free solar eclipse viewer's guide. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. The Twilight I has a heavy-duty steel tripod and a fine adjustment cable for pointing. Explore Scientific Twilight I Adjustable Angle Alt-Azimuth Mount (MAZ01-00) $499. 5 so it will have less chromatic aberration. 25" 25mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal, Twilight Nano Manual Alt-Az Mount, Dual-Axis Slow Motion Knobs, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone Eyepiece Adapter, 1. Looking for a beginner's guide to alt-azimuth telescope mounts? Our article covers everything you need to know about this easy-to-use and affordable mount. FirstLight N130mm White Tube Newtonian with 600mm focal length f/4. Key Features. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/6. 5; Explore Scientific, 16 inch / F 4. I was looking at the Astrotech Voyager, but thats not in stock anywhere. Because I am 63, I need something. I got a little time out of the backyard a couple of nights ago and. I'm aware the Sabre is currently under production for a new batch and it looks like the Starwave is out. im thinking about buying the explore scientific. Lightweight. Manual alt-az: Skywatcher AZ5, Explore Scientific Twilight . Maybe the Explore Scientific Twilight Nano or the Celestron Heavy Duty Alt-Az Mount. The only thing holding my scope back is the mount it's on. Top. Full review below. I have seen 20" Dobs where this had been done. 3 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 25mm Eyepiece, Red-Dot Finder, Manual Alt-Az Twilight Nano Mount, Single Control Handle Reduces Vibration, Smartphone Eyepiece Adapter, 1. 25" 25mm Eyepiece, 2" 90° Diagonal with Reducer Adapter, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone Digiscoping. The Twilight I is a light-to-medium-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small to medium sized refractors, such as the AR102 or ED102mm,. I use an Explore Scientific Twilight 1, the Vixen Porta II is very similar. 5mm Eyepiece AZ Panhandle Mount Aluminum tripod. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. with an alt-az mount you might have to move, "two fields of view down and to the right" and start scanning that area. "Since its inception in 1984, Twilight Hot Tubs has been a respected Victoria company. 0 | Sign InOpen menu Open navigation Go to Reddit Home. 99. If you want something lighter, Altair do a smaller unit, the Starwave mini AZ. The Twilight.