Explore FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00

Introducing the FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 Description Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano German Equatorial Head Mount and Tripod; 1.25" Sturdy Steel ST1 Tripod with legs that extend from 25.5" to 45". The EXOS Nano is a light-duty German Equatorial 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. Lightweight. Short, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore FirstLight EXOS Nano mount. As long as your telescope does not exceed 15 pounds and has a Vixen-Style Universal Dovetail bar for mounting the telescope to the mount head, you are good to go.The mount (without counterweight) weighs 10 pounds. Specs Item Number FL-EXOSNANOT1–00 Tripod fully collapsed no mount head 25.5" Tripod fully collapsed with head 42" Tripod open, retracted legs no mount head 25" Tripod open, retracted legs with the mount head 38.5" at highest point, 36" to the center of the mounting bracket Tripod open, legs fully extended no mount head 42" Tripod open, legs fully extended with the mount head 45" at highest point Warranty Limited USA One Year Warranty. The FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 is a compact and versatile mount specially designed for astronomers who are always on the go. It is one of the most portable mounts available today and is perfect for those who like to travel to darker skies or have limited space in their observatories. The FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 features a versatile and adjustable mount head that can accommodate various telescope sizes. It also has a sturdy and stable build, thanks to its stainless-steel tripod legs and a center leg brace. It can hold up to 7 kg of equipment, making it perfect for visual observation and astrophotography. The mount also comes with an equatorial tracking system, which helps you keep objects in the field of view while observing. It has a sidereal tracking rate and can accurately track objects for extended periods, making it easier to observe faint objects and take long-exposure astrophotos. In addition to its impressive features, the FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 also comes with a polar alignment scope, which enables you to accurately align your mount with the celestial north pole. This is an essential feature for astrophotography, which requires precise tracking to avoid blurry images. Overall, the FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 is a must-have for astronomers who value portability, versatility, and reliability in their observing equipment. If you're looking for a compact and capable mount that can keep up with your astronomical adventures, the FirstLight EXOS Nano Mount - FL-EXOSNANOT1-00 is an excellent choice.