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. It extends from 38.5 to 55.5" high, weighs 16.7 pounds, and folds down to 42" for transport.
The mount is made of powder-coated aluminum, with worm gears on both axes and a Vixen-style dovetail saddle. The head can be tilted back-to-front to a 45° angle, and can also be set to point straight up for viewing at the zenith.
Large knobs on the vertical and horizontal slow-motion control cables make adjustments easy, even with gloves on. An included wrench for adjusting the mount is easily stored in the fork arm and held in place with a magnet.
The tripod is chrome-plated steel, has a 42" footprint, and has individually adjustable legs that are secured via thumbscrews. For further strength and vibration reduction, a spreader bar locks against the inside of the legs.
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Key Features
- Load Capacity: 15 lb
- Max Height: 55.5"
- Min Height: 38.5"
- Folded Length: 42"
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. It extends from 38.5 to 55.5" high, weighs 16.7 pounds, and folds down to 42" for transport.
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Explore Scientific MAZ01-00 Overview
UPC: 812257010622
Explore Scientific MAZ01-00 Specs
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Explore Scientific MAZ01-00 Reviews
Sturdy alt-az mount
By Robert
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-11
This alt-az mount is sturdy and well-constructed. The two thumb screws on each leg extension increase the rigidity when the legs are extended. I would have preferred the mount to be a bit taller, because the eyepiece height is rather low when using a refractor pointed near the zenith. The slow motion controls work well. My biggest suggestion for improvement is for the accessory tray to be removable without removing the mount from the tripod. I'm happy with the mount, and would recommend it.
Very Stable
By Yves
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-11-07
Very stable tripod. I don't like the plastic 'wheels' to move the telescope, nor the fact that the movement is not smooth. Very good value though.
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Can this mount be used with the optical tube of ...
Can this mount be used with the optical tube of the Celestron Nexstar 8SE (8" SCT)? - I am looking for a mount for this tube that will allow me to shift it by holding the tube and also by slow-motion controls
Yes, it should work
Date published: 2021-10-23
Can a step motor be added to this mount to ...
Can a step motor be added to this mount to motorize it...???
None can be added to this mount.
Date published: 2021-04-24
The slow motion cables are in the way of the ...
The slow motion cables are in the way of the locking levers! Any suggestion to fix that problem? Other, shorter and compatible lever locks?
I do not show any other motion cables available for this unit. You may want to contact Explore Scientific Tel: (866)252.3811
Website http://explorescientificusa.com/
Date published: 2021-11-30
Where is this mount made?
Where is this mount made?
The COUNTRY OF ORIGIN for the Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod
BH #EXMAZ0100 • MFR #MAZ01-00 is China.
Date published: 2021-12-20
Are the slow motion controls continuous, or do ...
Are the slow motion controls continuous, or do they have limited travel?
The Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod do not have a limit until they reach the end points which is quite far. However, since you would be using your wrists to turn the controls your wrists will reach a limit long before the Twilight 1 does.
Date published: 2024-10-10
Does this mount come fully assembled out of the ...
Does this mount come fully assembled out of the box...?? If not, what needs to be put together...??
The kit comes almost fully assembled.
All you need to do is attach the T-rod and screw the head into the tripod.
Date published: 2020-10-13
question
How do you connect a telescope to this mount? Do you need dovetail plates or another kind of separate connector?
the mount requires a telescope with dovetail plat.
Date published: 2018-08-25