Page 1 of 2 - Twilight II mount. Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano Mount - FL-TWINANOT1-00. In fact, "Echolight"'s refractor looks very much like the C102-HD that I now have in every way. 6 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Explore Scientific / Losmandy G-11 Polar Scope. This would cost me about $200. Posted 04 October 2023 - 09:27 PM. 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. Petrol Mars Ambassador Articles: 0 Posts: 182 Joined: Sun Jan 22, 2023 11:40 pm Location: UKPage 1 of 2 - Anatomy of an ES "Twilight Nano" Alt-Azimuth - posted in Mounts: I had been looking at this mount online, for quite some time, as a standalone acquisition, and as an even quicker grab-and-go for my smaller telescopes. 25" 25mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal, Universal Smartphone Adapter, Twilight Nano Manual Alt. 2) Upgraded mount and tripod – The original mount on its wood tripod was undersized for the long OTA and shaky. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. Twilight Nano Mount and Tripod. I use an Explore Scientific Twilight 1, the Vixen Porta II is very similar. Sold out $ 199. 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. we can meet and willing some distance Telescope OTA Not included. jrkirkham Orion Spur Ambassador Articles: 0 Posts: 821 Joined: Fri Jun 07, 2019 12:37 am 4 Location: Illinois United States TSS Awards Badges. 25" 25mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal, Universal Smartphone Adapter, Twilight Nano Manual Alt-Az Mount, Control Handle for Easy Movement, 1. Either : -Explore scientific twilight i -stellarvue M2c Twilight is cheaper and has slo-mo controls but the M2C has. Twilight I Adjustable Angle Alt-Azimuth Mount - MAZ01-00. There may be a wait time after ordering. I have the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 which is very similar. Zenith also not ergonomic. With this I would pick a celestron heavy duty alt-az mount (same as meade infinity) or a explore scientific. However the solid mounting arm on the Porta is more stable than the Twilight mounting arm. Page 1 of 2 - Explore Scientific Twilight II Mount - First Light - posted in Mounts: Hi Folks. I use it visually with 102-120 mm Refractors. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Internal Focusing Mechanism, 1. Tech Details. Explore Scientific. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. 95 (Save 24%) $119. Here's the mount I would suggest for an alt-az mount for bigger scopes like this and for future proofing while stilling having a light. Pair this with a fully manual alt-az mount and a good star chart or smartphone app, and you'll be spending hours starhopping from one galaxy or star cluster to another!. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt/Az Mount Bresser Nano Alt/Az Mount. B&H # IO8903 MFR # 8903. I was looking at the Astrotech Voyager, but thats not in stock anywhere. I think this would be ideal — for a c6 at higher magnifications you’d probably want a vixen porta or explore scientific twilight mount. im thinking about buying the explore scientific. 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. Top Rated Gear: Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Adjustable Head Mount and Tripod for Small-to-Medium Size Telescopes MFR: MAZ01-00. 5 pounds C8? What about Omegon AZ Deluxe?. Both come with only one eye piece, which is fine, I can get. I do use counterweights when using just one scope AND I did install a $8 needle bearing under the top post. Compare Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount vs Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with TripodCart. - posted in Mounts: I have totally modded my Twilight I mount. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/6. TSS Awards Badges. alt-az mount w/fine controls for 20+ lbs scope? - posted in Mounts: Folks,I have a 120 mm Orion EON apochromatic telescope. The fit and finish are good. Save $ 125. I think Explore Scientific had a similar design a while back. The mount is made of powder-coated aluminum, with worm gears on both axes and a Vixen. A 4” high-quality refractor can be a lifetime companion – good luck. My first choice and purchase was a Explore Scientific Twilight 1, in order to make this mount. Min Height: 38. The AT Voyager 2 looks like a bargain. 7), I had the following eyepieces:. 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. The mount seems stable with the legs (tubular) fully extended and the spreader in place. Re: Show us your planetary eyepieces! Post by DeanD » Wed Oct 20, 2021 1:36 am. Equipment Links. $349. I use it with an 80 mm refractor, 100 mm reflector, 127 mm Mak and soon to add a 102 mm refractor. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 152mm f/12. $349. Compare Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod. It goes right on. Page 1 of 3 - Skywatcher AZ4 or Explore Scientific Twilight 1 for SW BK102 OTA f9. This particular package contains an AR80 f/8 White Tube Refractor with 640 mm focal length with a solid Twilight Nano alt-az mount, 25 mm Plossl eyepiece, and red dot finder. Discover the advantages and limitations of alt-az mounts for astronomy and astrophotography and find out if it's the right option for you. As far. My criteria for the mount is: 1) universal - atleast as. Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor With Twilight 1 Alt-Azimuth Mount. 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,. Compare Levenhuk Ra ATZ Alt-Azimuth Mount vs Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Vixen Optics Mobile Porta AZ Mount with TripodWith Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. The DSV-1 I was promised to have by late November is still nowhere to be seen, and I am running out of patience. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera adapter. 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 Finderscope, Smartphone Eyepiece Adapter, Adjustable-Height Steel Tripod. FirstLight MAK100mm White Tube Maksutov-Cassegrain with 1400mm focal length f/14 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 1. 99. TELEVUE GIBRALTAR HD4 MOUNT $994. John Baars Co-Administrator Articles: 5 Posts: 2588 Joined: Sat May 11, 2019 9:00 am 4 Location: Schiedam, Netherlands TSS Awards Badges TSS Photo of the Day. Read honest and unbiased. Lots of people are familiar with the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 mount. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and. Explore Scientific FirstLight Maksutov-Cassegrain - posted in Major & Minor Planetary Imaging: I really like the Explore Scientific/Bresser Maksutov-Cassegrain OTAs, especially in the white color for daytime Solar observing. Explore Scientific Twilight-II mount. 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. I'm aware the Sabre is currently under production for a new batch and it looks like the Starwave is out. $99 for the mount isnt. 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. Here are a few alt-az mounts in the $350-$450 price range . It definitely looks better than the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 and doesn't cost a whole lot more. The weight of the mount is noticeably less than my old C-8 tripod with EQ wedge. It's lightweight and at the same time sturdy enough to carry your 4. 25" 25mm Eyepiece, 2" 90° Diagonal with Reducer Adapter, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter, OTA Only—Mount and Tripod Required. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera adapter. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. The Twilight I has a heavy-duty steel tripod and a fine adjustment cable for pointing. . Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount: 2x Barlow lens: Buy Separately - Highly Recommended: Finder. I like what I have read about the explore scientific twilight 1 mount, and would LOVE slow motion controls, but maybe it is time I get an eq mount. of transverse counterweight. 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. Refractors. I currently have a Losmandy GM-8 mount that the TV-102 goes on with the Losmandy 7". service@explorescientific. Porta II -- I'd give that a look. It looks like a combination of the Vixen Porta mount head and the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount head. Recommended Accessories: Astrozap 4” Dew Heater Strap. Uses Vixen style dovetail bracket. Ron Millard started working at Twilight in 1986 and. Page 1 of 3 - ASTRO-TECH VOYAGER 2 ALTAZIMUTH MOUNT Vs. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 40mm Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 1. The opportunity of a test after some tests. The most basic alt-azimuth mount is often found in most homes today: the camera tripod! Any mount that moves a camera, spotting scope, telescope, binoculars, etc. 5 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only) featuring 152mm Catadioptric OTA, 1900mm Focal Length, f/12. The Alt/Az locks are adjustable for just the right amount of tension. Skywatcher az-gti is pretty small and it has goto, but that’s not everyone’s forté. Altitude is the movement along the vertical axis and azimuth is the movement along the horizontal axis. It points intuitively and tracking with the slow motion is easy - peasy. But at the. It is extremely solid. The FirstLight MAK 127mm White Tube Maksutov-Cassegrain boasts a generous 127mm aperture, a substantial 1900mm focal length, and a f/15 Focal Ratio. Explore Scientific Twilight Nano Mount and Tripod. Why is mounting a telescope so complicated? - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): Hi,I called OPT about the Explore Scientific Twilight II Alt-Az mount yesterday. 5. 5" in length). 64 $ 233. Holds my AR 152 as steady as a rock, with no vibration. With FirstLight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. We have recently bought a couple telescopes to do some visual observing and one came with an Explore Scientific Twilight I alt/az mount. With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. 09/14/2023 05:35PM. The Twilight. The Twilight 1 works very well for a short tube 4" but gets a little shaky for a long tube. The opportunity of a test after some tests. ZWO mini. 5". I purchased this from Agena Astro last year and it is in excellent+ condition without any paint chips/scratches and the foam handle has no tears. 3 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Does anyone have instructions on how to align both sides so they are pointing. How to align both saddles of an ES Twilight II Alt-Az Mount - posted in Mounts: Im the proud new owner of an Explore Scientific Twilight II mount. ). 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. 00 $1,299. The Explore Scientific Twilight I ordered directly from ES Germany. However, the CG-4 is a GEM, not an Alt-Az like the Twilight, but it is a good mount and not horribly expensive. 00. I mean, its workable but even M42 at 40x (10 mm) is a pain to track (cant imagine a planet). Recommended Accessories: Astrozap 4” Dew. 1. Explore Scientific FirstLight 114MM Newtonian w/ Twilight Nano Mount. It appeals a lot more to me, though it costs more, too. 47 telescope with fully multi-coated glass; Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. I have the 6" and a 120ST and AT72ED and four alt-az mounts. Do you all have recommendations for an Alt/az mount that is easy to grab and go? Yup, I'll probably want the Vixen Porta II for this purpose. Explore Scientific AR152 & Twilight II Mini Review - posted in Refractors : I recently purchased an Explore Scientific AR152 and Twilight II with a pier extension in a kit from High Point Scientific. Victoria Hiking Trail Map. The Porta Mount II has really great features that make a difference. . I always wanted a refractor which I not have yet. Address ☛ 3340 Oak St - Twilight Hot Tubs Home Leisure Centre in Victoria, British Columbia. First a grab and go to me is being able to pick up my rig with two hands and take it in the back yard for a quick. Twilight I Alt-Az Mount. A reasonable replacement mount might be the Explore Scientific Twilight 1, about $350. Apertura Universal Tripod Case. Description The Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano is a light-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small scopes,. Payload capacity of 15 lbs. 4 Alt-Az Refractor Telescope offers a simple yet powerful observation rig for viewing the Moon, planets, meteor showers, and bright deep-sky objects. Next I tried mounting it to an FTX ver. 5 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. FirstLight N130mm White Tube Newtonian with 600mm focal length f/4. Get it Jun 22 - 23. Explore FirstLight 127mm Mak-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-MC1271900MAZ01. Buy: Explore Scientific FirstLight MAK100mm. Explore Scientific Twilight II. "Keep Exploring" and get equipped with Explore Scientific for high-quality eyepieces, telescopes, astrophotography gear, binoculars, and microscopes backed by a warranty and service you can trust. 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. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 40mm Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 1. 5 Achro Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount featuring 102mm Achromatic Refractor, 660mm Focal Length, f/6. 6 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 1. 99). Wondering if the Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano tripod is a worthwhile upgrade, considering. 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. FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor with 1200mm focal length f/9. 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. The Explore Scientific FirstLight 152mm f/12. With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. Min Height: 38. 5 Truss tube Dobsonian; Celestron PowerSeeker 70AZ Telescope ($10 Scope) Orion EQ-26 Mount Review; Review of Explore Scientific First Light 8; Rebuilding my. com. As an Amazon Associate I earn. Print Email. Explore Scientific Twilight I - posted in Mounts: Just one quick burning question before CN goes down for awhile. 102mm aperture is ideal for getting excellent views of deep sky favorites. Am I missing anything else? Thanks for your help. A Alt/Az mount will be easier to move around than an EQ one from a. A simple 30-second training procedure allows the scope to track for 10 minutes or more. Some have ask what mounts I was considering. I asked if the old Universal dovetail plate on my TV-102 would work to mount it to the Explore Scientific mount. Re: Lunar images SvBony 305. com. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4. Short, fast Newtonians are also suitable for the Explore Scientific Twilight Nano. Occasionally, you see one used here on CN, I am satisfied with the one I own. Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 80mm f/8 Alt-Az Refractor Telescope featuring 80mm Refractor OTA, 640mm Focal Length, f/8 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 40mm Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 1. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 152mm f/12. cart. Features 50mm Lens Diameter 360mm Focal length 18x and 28. 5 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. BARCODE 8122570180240. 4 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. The AZ8 represents a very good value at its $799 list price. As long as your teleExplore FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope with Twilight I Mount - FL-AR1021000MAZ01. 25. What would be some good alt-az mounts that could handle a 130mm Newtonian? I own an Explore Scientific Twilight II mount that works quite well with my Comet Hunter 6" Mak-Newt (after I fixed the stiff bushing, that is), but it is now discontinued. These mounts are easy to set up, rugged, and very sturdy, and they're best suited for large aperture telescopes. Maybe the Explore Scientific Twilight Nano or the Celestron Heavy Duty Alt-Az Mount. 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. Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor with Twilight Nano Mount - FL-AR102600TN. 8 telescope with fully multi-coated lenses on a Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. Whether you enjoy exploring the planets or prefer to capture deep sky objects, the Explore Scientific AR127mm will show you the way. ⚡ Found 3 phones, address, photos, reviews, opening times,. Sale price $156 CAD. FirstLight MAK127mm White Tube Maksutov-Cassegrain with 1900mm focal length f/15 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 1. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod. Best mod I did to the scope so far. The mount looks like a very nice robust alt-az mount. Key Features. The Twilight Nano is an alt-azimuth mount that combines a long panhandle control with a large surface bushing design to make it easier for users to track celestial objects as they move through the night sky. 99). Very similar to the OneSky is the Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm which comes on their Twilight Alt Az mount. 5 so it will have less chromatic aberration. 00. Explore Scientific Twilight I Mount & Tripod. Largest scope id like to go on this mount is a C8 sct(or similiar). 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. 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. I don't use the Twilight 1 tripod very much. It appears to be very much like the Porta II but $80 to $100 less. philiprm likes this. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. At first blush this might seem high for a manual alt-az mount but compared to the Explore Scientific Twilight II, which is the least expensive dual-scope capable alt-az mount with remotely similar capabilities, the AZ8 offers:. Load Capacity: 15 lb; Max. 25 inch diagonal. They say I needed a Vixen style dovetail to mount it. The pier extension replaces the arm for height clearance. While this setup was workable, the OTA proved to be too much for the mount. Today it will take an 80 mm F5 refractor, 100 mm F4 Newtonian and. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm f/6. Explore Scientific FirstLight 127 mm Maksutov-Cassegrain on Twilight I Mount - FL-MC1271900MAZ01 - Explore Scientific FirstLight MAK127 w/Twilight I Mount The 127mm FirstLight Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope by Explore Scientific has everything to get you exploring the celestial marvels. Twilight I Adjustable Angle Alt-Azimuth Mount - MAZ01-00 Explore Scientific Description The Twilight I is a light-to-medium-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to. 6 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. 3 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. The picture below is an AZ scale I added to my Explore Scientific Twilight 1 mount. The Twilight I has a standard vixen type dovetail that will fit most standard scopes from Explore Scientific, Orion, Celestron etc. Explore Scientific Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount Head and Tripod for FirstLight™ series telescopes. - handles the C 9. explore scientific Twilight II from hayneedle - posted in Mounts: Hey Folks,I just received an Explore Scientific Twilight II alt-az mount. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90-deg Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot. When I had one of these (and, by the way, it's really a 121mm f/12. These telescope packages are great for anyone getting started in amateur. Option 3) I currently own a Vixen Super Polaris mount with a ADM dovetail saddle. Well, I want to star-hop so I didn't consider goto eq mounts or alt-az mounts. The only thing missing from my visual setup is an alt-az mount. Add to Cart. 64 Schmidt-Newtonian on alt-az mountOk Bro-fessors, for your consideration is a nice Explore Scientific Twilight 1 mount in lightly used condition. - posted in Mounts: Forgive my ignorance but my wife and I are looking to get into astrophotography as a hobby together. Perhaps others with more experience with the AZ-5 can chime in. 25" 90-deg Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. 5". Manual alt/az mount for 80mm f7 ED refractor - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): Hi all I am trying to design a travel scope consisting of a 80mm ED doublet refractor mounted on a manual alt/az mount purely for visual observation. This scope features a straightforward manual alt-azimuth mount, perfect for beginners or for quick observation sessions. 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. Any alt-az where you can balance the scope just right, should be smooth enough to not have to engage clutches. FirstLight MAK100mm White Tube Maksutov-Cassegrain with 1400mm focal length f/14 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 1. For manual aiming, the mount’s clutches can be unlocked,. 99 4. 25" Stainless. I typically use with a Konusky 500 8" reflector. Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or. What about Explore Scientific Twilight 1 or Sky-Watcher AZ5? They are both 15 pound. 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. . Comparing Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with. Whether you prefer observing the Moon's desolate surface features or enjoy the hunt for deep-sky celestial objects, this scope comes packed with everything you need. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. This mount can be made to run in alt-az by pointing the. 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. FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor with 1200mm focal length f/9. FirstLight AR80mm White Tube Refractor with 640mm focal length f/8 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. Full size tripod includes accessory tray to keep eyepieces handy and provide additional stability. again on either side of the mount. This scope features a straightforward manual alt-azimuth mount, perfect for beginners or for quick observation sessions. The mount seems stable with the legs (tubular) fully extended and the spreader in place. Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor With Twilight 1 Alt-Azimuth Mount. Close. - posted in Mounts: So I purchased a new ES Twilight 2 mount with extension to use with my ES 127 apo. I would look for a used Explore Scientific Twilight 2 or save my pennies and get a Stellarvue. Thanks. A quick review of the iStar Phantom FCL 140-6. Sounds like the DSV-2 is still in the lead, since it can handle two scopes! My SV70 has never been above 100X. The Explore Scientific 640/80 achromatic refractor should have a more manageable chromatic aberration, but at the expense of a slower focal ratio. You might want to consider a Losmandy AZ8 or a Desert Sky Astro DSV-2 or the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount as they all have slow motion controls – have a look to see if they meet your camping weight requirements. iOptron HAZ-46 Alt Azi Mount Review; Brandon Vernonscope 94mmF7 APO first impressions. Celestron Comet Catcher 140mm f/3. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Internal Focusing Mechanism, 1. 25" Sturdy Steel ST1 Tripod with legs that extend from 25. Here are the options I was looking at. Compare Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Vixen Optics Porta II Alt-Azimuth Mount vs Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi GoTo AZ MountExplore Scientific Twilight I mount. 95) Orion VersaGo III Alt/Az Mount (discontinued - was $349. Page 1 of 2 - Manual Alt-Az mount for Celestron C8 - posted in Mounts: I consider upgrading my 102/660 achromat to Celestron C8 - as it is most compact thing I can get with aperture of 200mm. Back to top #4 SeymoreStars SeymoreStars. Show More. Yes, you read right, $65. Thinking about getting an EQ since I'm so used to setting circles if the weight and. Explore Scientific FirstLight 152mm f/12. 25" Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 25mm Plossl Eyepiece, Twilight 1 Manual Alt-Az Mount, Dual-Axis Slow Motion Cables, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone. Relatively small and light, 2” eyepiece. So if you already have one or the other, you can order just the mount head by itself to switch back and forth between. My one issue is that I need a good mount, I had decided on the Vixen Porta 2 but everyone else said. Figure 13 pounds with a big 2" eyepiece. Unfortunately I have yet to find an affordable (~$1000) alt-az mount that can reliably support the ~15lb (after finder, diagonal, and eyepiece) SW120ED with smooth action or slo-mo controls. It appears that the following scopes might fit my needs: 1). EQ3 Twilight Nano. 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). FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. These include the Explore Scientific Twilight I, the Vixen Porta II, and the Sky-Watcher AZ5. 1. I dont notice much vibration at all, even at high power (like 240X the few times I could push it that high), and what tiny bit. That might be a future upgrade once I know what optics I’ll be using. 5 to 55. 3 Reflector Telescope featuring 114mm Newtonian Reflector OTA, 500mm Focal Length, f/4. We have recently bought a couple telescopes to do some visual observing and one came with an Explore Scientific Twilight I alt/az mount. 3 Reflector Telescope featuring 114mm Newtonian Reflector OTA, 500mm Focal Length, f/4. The Twilight I has a heavy-duty steel tripod and a fine adjustment cable for pointing. Another good tripod and better than the VersaGo II is the Explore Scientific Twilight II mount and tripod. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 100mm f/14 Alt-Az Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount featuring 100mm Catadioptric OTA, 1400mm Focal Length, f/14 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi. Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4. Simply tightening these helped a lot. Explore Scientific. Dealers. 25" 90deg. I put the mount on my AVX tripod. I already have some alt-az heads and tripods to put them on, but I'm not really satisfied with any of them for the EdgeHD 8". Takahashi PM-1 AltAz Mount. And, I especially need help on selecting a mount and tripod. FirstLight N114mm White Tube Newtonian with 500mm focal length f/4. It comprises both a tripod and an alt-azimuth mount head. The AR102 is a 102mm scope with a 663mm focal length and an f-ratio of f6. Load Capacity: 15 lb. AT6RC (12lbs plus diagonal, finder, eyepiece, etc. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm f/4. JayTee Co-Administrator Articles: 2 Posts: 5412 Joined: Thu Apr 25, 2019 3:23 am 4 Location: Hayden, ID. I own an Explore Scientific Twilight II mount that works quite well with my Comet Hunter 6" Mak. Please remember this is an entry level telescope and I am reviewing it as such.