Vendor Explore Scientific Regular price $ 239. It has all the smoothness and versatility of its dual head cousin. 25" 25mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal, Twilight Nano Manual Alt-Az Mount, Dual-Axis Slow Motion Cables, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone Eyepiece Adapter, 1. I was looking at the Orion Astroview or similar Celestron Omni/CG-4 series mounts. The sweet thing about this scope is the wide FOV for big deep sky objects. Please remember this is an entry level telescope and I am reviewing it as such. A manual alt-azimuth mount, the Explore Scientific Twilight I is a nifty, elegant unit capable of supporting a small telescope no heavier than about 15 pounds. 64. Your scope is lighter and shorter and would no doubt do great. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. 25" 90-deg Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. But weight of mount itself is important . I eliminated the Vixen Porta II and the Explore Scientific Twilight II as being not sturdy enough, and then the Desert Sky DSV-3, Losmandy AZ8, and Rowan AZ100 for. - 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. 5; Explore Scientific, 16 inch / F 4. Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or. Currently, I am leaning towards a small refractor (90 to 102mm) and the leading contender is the Skywatcher 100 ED. The Explore Scientific 640/80 achromatic refractor should have a more manageable chromatic aberration, but at the expense of a slower focal ratio. Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera adapter. 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. 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. 25" 25mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal, Universal Smartphone Adapter, Twilight Nano Manual Alt-Az Mount, Control Handle for Easy Movement, 1. 6 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. The sweet thing about this scope is the wide FOV for big deep sky objects. FirstLight AR80mm Refractor with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount (FL-AR80640TN) Explore Scientific. 6 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. It features a 2. A. For Sale. 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 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. 8 that need a stable mount. All pricing in USD. B&H # EXMAZ0100 MFR # MAZ01-00. messier 111 Universal Ambassador Articles: 0 Posts: 8200 Joined: Mon Nov 09, 2020 2:49 am 2. 25" Sturdy Steel ST1 Tripod with legs that extend from 25. This year I want to get a new Alt/Az mount and a couple of new eyepieces. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Internal Focusing Mechanism, 1. 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. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. I have had mine for 1 year and it has performed absolutely flawlessly. com. 25. I've had a number of medium-capacity manual Alt-Az mounts that would certainly handle an AT80ED. For visual use I want a nice portable sturdy alt/az mount for this setup. I think Explore Scientific had a similar design a while back. 95 $79. 6 Newtonian Reflector with Twilight I Mount - FL-N130600MAZ01. 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 Explore Scientific Twilight II will handle the NP101 with ease. 75 for you. Dauzat- Sky-Watcher Evostar 100mm doublet APO - Explore Scientific Twilight I - Explore Scientific 68° 28MM eyepiece - William Optics 1. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. These include the Explore Scientific Twilight I, the Vixen Porta II, and the Sky-Watcher AZ5. 25" diameter legs with a minimum height of 25. 5 Achro Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount featuring 102mm Achromatic Refractor, 660mm Focal Length, f/6. im thinking about buying the explore scientific. If you want something lighter, Altair do a smaller unit, the Starwave mini AZ. Explore Scientific Twilight, Astro-Tech Voyager, and Orion Versa GO III. There's the Skywatcher AZ Pronto, or my personal favourite the Vixen Mini-Porta - I think the AZ Pronto uses 3/8, but the Mini-Porta uses 1/4. 6 Edmund Scientific 4. Im considering the Astro-Tech Voyager, Versa Go III, Vixen Porta II Mount, and the Explore Scientific Twilight. Unfortunately it is defective out of the box. I think this would be ideal — for a c6 at higher magnifications you’d probably want a vixen porta or explore scientific twilight mount. 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. Simply tightening these helped a lot. They say I needed a Vixen style dovetail to mount it. Press ↵ Enter for Accessibility for blind people who use screen readers; Press ↵ Enter for Keyboard Navigation; Press . Twilight I Alt-Az Mount. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor Telescope with Twilight I Mount featuring 102mm Refractor OTA, 1000mm Focal Length, f/9. These include the Explore Scientific Twilight I, the Vixen Porta II, and the Sky-Watcher AZ5. The weight of the mount is noticeably less than my old C-8 tripod with EQ wedge. James, I have a C9. Best small alt-az mount I've ever tried, but c'est la vie. This item: Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount . I use an Explore Scientific Twilight 1, the Vixen Porta II is very similar. 25" Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 25mm Plossl Eyepiece, Twilight 1 Manual Alt-Az Mount, Dual-Axis Slow Motion Cables, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone. If you want something lighter, Altair do a smaller unit, the Starwave mini AZ. The Twilight I has a standard vixen type dovetail that will fit most standard scopes from Explore Scientific, Orion, Celestron etc. If you want to keep it light and handy, then an Explore Scientific Twilight I alt/az should do the trick for not a lot of dough. And, I especially need help on selecting a mount and tripod. FirstLight AR80mm White Tube Refractor with 640mm focal length f/8 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. I ended up buying an Explore Scientific Twilight 1 mount used from a friend who bought a Porta 2 mount. I put mine on an Explore Scientific Twilight 1 mount all the time. 5. iOptron Mini Tower Pro Mount. I got a little time out of the backyard a couple of nights ago and. 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. "Since its inception in 1984, Twilight Hot Tubs has been a respected Victoria company. Giro's big alt/az is claimed to handle the C14, but. Mirrorgirl Milky Way Ambassador Articles: 0 Posts: 1512 Joined: Tue May 14, 2019 8:44 pm 4 Location: England. 9mma and 6. But $99 is a somewhat expensive price to pay for a few more inches of height & you might consider investigating a more robust tripod. I loved the handle design so much on my AR127 that I modified my mak-cass by adding a huge handle. Be first to review this item and help others. Check this out: Explore Scientific Twilight I Mount & Tripod . Like the AZ-EQ6i, it’s a great mount for both heavy visual use and imaging with lighter payloads. The Alt/Az locks are adjustable for just the right amount of tension. The Meade 114mm f/4 eclipse view comes with a standard Vixen dovetail so it will attach directly to these types of setups. Extras. 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. Buy: Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm f/4. The Losmandy AZ8, a manual mount based on the. I have practiced with that, after having used a Vixen Porta II Tall Alt-Az Mount for over a year, and recently an Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Az mount, which I modified for ease of set-up and use (see related CN thread). Newbie mount question. My first scopes on this were an 80 mm refractor and a 127 mm F15 Mak. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera adapter. The Nano could serve as an RFT mount, with or without modification. We have recently bought a couple telescopes to do some visual observing and one came with an Explore Scientific Twilight I alt/az mount. 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. Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Az Mount with Tripod. 00 $1,299. Page 1 of 2 - Affordable and sturdy alt-az mount for WO 66mm - posted in Mounts: I would like to get a grab and go mount for my WO 66mm, mainly for low power observing from my dark backyard. Relatively small and light, 2” eyepiece. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera adapter. of transverse counterweight. 5 Alt-Az Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope is ideal for users who want a portable yet powerful observation platform that is able to achieve high magnifications and has the ability to make detailed. So I am considering a simple DIY mount. $ 299. My initial intention is to do visual only - mainly double stars, globular clusters and some brighter galaxies -, but in the future I'll try to take pictures of some close objects (for DSO I know. The slow motions controls work great. Option 2) Purchase a used Vixen Porta II mount (they are pretty easy to find and quite cheaply), transfer my upgrades from the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 (handle and dovetail). As of 2022 I have the following astronomical equipment: Astro-Tech AT102ED 102 mm x 714 mm, f/7, ED Refractor Telescope (2/. Figure 13 pounds with a big 2" eyepiece. Max Height: 55. 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". A reasonable replacement mount might be the Explore Scientific Twilight 1, about $350. 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. Included handle enables smooth movements. Please remember this is an entry level telescope and I am reviewing it as such. iOptron HAZ-46 Alt Azi Mount Review; Brandon Vernonscope 94mmF7 APO first impressions. 102mm aperture is ideal for getting excellent views of deep sky favorites. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt/Az Mount Bresser Nano Alt/Az Mount. 5" to 45"; Handle included for smooth movements. Ron Millard started working at Twilight in 1986 and. Tech Details. Best mod I did to the scope so far. latitude up to 90 degrees (a bit kludegy) Alt-az mounts that can hold a 100mm refractor are expensive. Im not interested in a GEM due to the heavy counter weights needed. They worked fine. Bob. 25" stainless steel legs that extend from 25. Page 1 of 2 - Need recommendation for alt-az mount for an AT72ED scope - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): What would be a good mount (including tripod) for AT72ED scope? I am looking for a manual alt-az mount with slow motion controls (unless there is one without thats easy to use and controls nicely). Re: Explore Scientific Twilight II Alt-Az mount Post by Bigzmey » Tue Jan 28, 2020 12:10 am pakarinen wrote: ↑ Mon Jan 27, 2020 2:04 pm Hanging a rich field scope on one side and a higher power scope for details on the other could be interesting, assuming you could line 'em up with each other. Can this mount be converted to use with a star. 3 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount: Item Number: FL-N114500TN: Comes With • Smartphone Adapter • One 25 mm Plössl Eyepiece • Red Dot. The accessories and mount are great for what they are however, in order to get the best performance out of the FirstLight, I’ve found that using a Two speed 10:1 fine focus knob will add to the crispness of your views and getting an eyepiece in the sub 10mm would be worth purchasing too (check out. $849. These telescope packages are great for anyone getting started in amateur. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod. Does anyone have instructions on how to align both sides so they are pointing. Top. Aperture: 127mm. thanks,don. Posts: 8,114;I couldn't find any videos or reviews on the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount so I created this video to show the parts included with the mount and how to. ). 0 | Sign InCompare Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Sky-Watcher AZ-GTe GoTo AZ Mount vs Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount Press ↵ Enter for Accessibility for blind. Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor With Twilight 1 Alt-Azimuth Mount. 99 Twilight Medium Duty Tripod (White) Explore Scientific Explore Scientific Twilight are portable AZ mounts designed to be easy to use, set up and transport. 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. The Twilight is heavier, and shorter than the Porta Mount. Equipment Links. Another option would be the Explore Scientific Twilight I, but it's a fair bit heavier courtesy of steel tripod. Currently using a Twilight 1 alt-az for GnG with an ST120. Victoria Hiking Trail Map. $1,599. Explore Scientific Twilight I Mount & Tripod The Twilight I Alt Azimuth mount from Explore Scientific is an incredibly portable mount that has. Compare Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod. I am not sure what eye piece(s) or finder scope would go well with the AT80ED. Top. . 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. 0 | Sign InOpen menu Open navigation Go to Reddit Home. Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 127mm f/15 Alt-Az Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount featuring 127mm Catadioptric OTA, 1900mm Focal Length, f/15 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Internal Focusing Mechanism, 1. A simple 30-second training procedure allows the scope to track for 10 minutes or more. ES AR102 will meet your posted goals and compliment an 8" SCT well. Wyatt, the S-B mount uses a 3/8" thread to mate with a tripod, but it can't hurt to ask Sergio if he could tap it to M12x 1. I've had a number of medium-capacity manual Alt-Az mounts that would certainly handle an AT80ED. 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. Wanted. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Twilight I Adjustable Angle Alt-Azimuth Telescope Mount at Amazon. Browse our website and give us a call at (289) 428-1334 with any questions!. I have the 6" and a 120ST and AT72ED and four alt-az mounts. 8 1000mm - posted in Refractors : Hi, Im a newbie here and Im getting my first scope (Skywatcher BK102/1000mm f9. 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. 8x Magnification 20mm Eyepiece 12. Yes, you read right, $65. 5". Close. 5 Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope (OTA Only) featuring 152mm Catadioptric OTA, 1900mm Focal Length, f/12. 1 alt-az mount which handled the load quite well, but the Berlebach UNI 14 Astro wood tripod. Any comments on those as to whether they. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 40mm Rack-and-Pinion Focuser, 1. 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. Twilight Hot Tubs Home Leisure Centre. 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. 3 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter Buy Explore Scientific FirstLight 114mm f/4. Explore Scientific FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor With Twilight 1 Alt-Azimuth Mount. 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-Coated Optics, Internal Focusing Mechanism, 1. They all retail for about $300, give. Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano Altazimuth Head Mount and Tripod; 1. $ 399. cart. I currently have a Losmandy GM-8 mount that the TV-102 goes. The Twilight I has manual slow motion controls on both axis. The Porta Mount II has really great features that make a difference. TSS Awards Badges. Explore Scientific Twilight I Mount; Vixen Porta Mount, Porta II Mount. Explore Scientific Twilight I Adjustable Angle Alt-Azimuth Mount (MAZ01-00) $499. 200x gets a good case of the focus wobbles. The Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with. Explore Scientific Twilight are portable AZ mounts designed to be easy to use, set up and transport. Explore Scientific Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount Head and Tripod for FirstLight™ series telescopes. counter weights on the LEFT could handle a C11 on the RIGHT as along as the ES TW II pier has the NEEDLE BEARING modification. FirstLight 102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. Explore Scientific Twilight II, Explore Scientific Twilight I E: WO BV, ES 100 9mm, ES 100 20mm, ES 68 40mm C: ZWO ASI174MM, ASI224Astrotech Voyager v. This mount can be made to run in alt-az by pointing the. With an altitude-azimuth (alt-az) mount (see definition of Alt-Az. 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. darrylspence, I find the Explore Scientific Twilight II ALT-AZ mount works well with my 25lbs AT 130mm triplet refractor (37. 5 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, Cradle Ring Assembly with Vixen Dovetail, 1. 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. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Lightweight, fast Newtonians will also match up nicely with the Explore Scientific Twilight I mount. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. DeanD Orion Spur Ambassador Articles: 0 Posts: 595 Joined: Fri May 17, 2019 7:27 am 4 Location: Adelaide South Australia TSS Awards Badges. FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor with 1200mm focal length f/9. 5 inch focuser and 2 inch diagonal, as opposed to the same telescope with the lesser mount seen here () and 1. Explore Scientific / Losmandy G-11 Polar Scope. Back to top #4 vtornado vtornado. Very similar to the OneSky is the Explore Scientific FirstLight 130mm which comes on their Twilight Alt Az mount. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 600mm focal length f/6. Any alt-az where you can balance the scope just right, should be smooth enough to not have to engage clutches. It's been awhile since the WO though. 95 (Save 24%) $119. Would the Stellarvue M002CS Complete Mount System be adequate for a 130mm Newt? With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. 99. 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. I want something big enough to hold up to a 120mmx700-900ish refractor. The alt-az slewing movements are smooth as are slo-mo. Compare Explore Scientific First Light Twilight Nano Alt-Az Mount vs Sky-Watcher AZ5 Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with Tripod vs Celestron Heavy-Duty Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount with TripodIt would be better to also get a proper alt-az mount (like the Explore Scientific Twilight or Vixen Porta) as opposed to an ordinary photo style tripod/mount. It's lightweight and at the same time sturdy enough to carry your 4. by Explore Scientific. 866-252-3811. 6 N130mm Newtonian Telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az Mount, 600mm Focal Length, White MFR: FL-N130600MAZ01. It definitely looks better than the Explore Scientific Twilight 1 and doesn't cost a whole lot more. There are similar Alt-Az mounts from others they would all be fine. I have a AWB Onesky scope, love it, portability and power mixed into one scope, except for the tabletop mount, I dont like having to worry about taking a table. 6 Focal Ratio, Fully Multi-Coated Optics, 1. The key is balance. "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. 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. Telescope Mount Designs. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 80/640 AZ Nano Refractor Telescope D=80 / F=640mm Refractor Telescope with Twilight Nano Mount. 4 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; 2. I wanted the ease of an Alt-Az mount, so I secured the Optical Tube Assembly onto a Vixen Porta II mount+tripod that I have. 99. Alt-azimuth mounts allow you to move your telescope in up-down (alt) or left-right (azimuth) movements. Explore Scientific FirstLight telescopes are designed to be easy to use and affordable making them a perfect choice for STEM, astronomy outreach and beginner astronomers. Explore Scientific FirstLight 102mm Doublet Refractor With Twilight 1 Alt-Azimuth Mount. The Skywatcher alt-az mount is really a terrestrial mount, it's problematic viewing the night sky because the scope sits on top of the mount and so it wants to fall back on itself at higher elevations. This mount is identical to the Explore Scientific, Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano Mount, only black and gray in color. Introducing the Explore Scientific FirstLight 127mm f/9. My first choice and purchase was a Explore Scientific Twilight 1, in order to make this mount. We have recently bought a couple telescopes to do some visual observing and one came with an Explore Scientific Twilight I alt/az mount. I'm aware the Sabre is currently under production for a new batch and it looks like the Starwave is out. I’ll look into the Explore Scientific Twilight mount. Posted 04 October 2023 - 09:27 PM. Option 3) I currently own a Vixen Super Polaris mount with a ADM dovetail saddle. 47 telescope with fully multi-coated glass; Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. 5-inch) Newtonian with 500mm focal length f/4. I think Explore Scientific had a similar design a while back. 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. Description The Explore FirstLight Twilight Nano is a light-duty alt-azimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small scopes,. Since purchasing a CPC925 two-and-a-half years ago, Ive been an avid imager, but have only observed the sky a handful of times. - Technical characteristics: Alt-azimuthal mount with fine movements on both axes, stainless steel tripod, 8kg load capacity, Vixen type dovetail attachment, total height 1400mm and total net weight of all with accessories included. 5, so it is a fast, wide field scope. With a finder scope, red-dot finder, diagonal, eyepiece, etc. , it weigh in about ~19-20 lbs. 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. I use an Explore Scientific Twilight 1, the Vixen Porta II is very similar. Manual alt-az: Skywatcher AZ5, Explore Scientific Twilight . It appears that the following scopes might fit my needs: 1). Adjustable angle head. View full details Original price $ 109. ES Twilight I and Vixen Porta II are good, but a little overkill for a 60mm refractor for portable travel. Turns out each side of the dual head seems to be pointing at a different altitude by more than a few degrees. The Twilight I has a heavy-duty steel tripod and a fine adjustment cable for pointing. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; and Smartphone Camera. 2) The other main. I have my ST80 on a Bogen 3001 with 3-way pan head 3029. Manual Alt-Az Mount? - posted in Beginners Forum (No Astrophotography): To respond to Echolight about setting the Latitude to 90 degrees: I did try it with the Latitude Setting set to 90 degrees on this old Celestron CG-4. 6 telescope with Twilight 1 Alt/Az mount; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. 3 Reflector Telescope featuring 114mm Newtonian Reflector OTA, 500mm Focal Length, f/4. The Twilight I alt-azimuth mount head is made of powder-coated aluminum and there are worm gears on both axes. Figure 13 pounds with a big 2" eyepiece. Sold out $ 199. But it has a minimum height of 38". FirstLight MAK127mm White Tube Maksutov-Cassegrain with 1900mm focal length f/15 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 1. arm version like the Twilight?. Page 1 of 2 - Manual Alt-Az Mount for a Small Refractor - posted in Mounts: Hello, I am putting together a grab and go scope/mount combo. 00. 25" Sturdy Steel ST1 Tripod with legs that extend from 25. Cart. Buy: Explore Scientific FirstLight MAK100mm. An extra little something I decided to pick up to make using my 90mm Mak Cass spotting scope a little easier. With the. Im really looking to get a G&G Alt-Az mount, for scopes like a C6 SCT, 4" F9 ED refractor, 70mm F6 ED refractor, etc. The AR102 is a 102mm scope with a 663mm focal length and an f-ratio of f6. A c5 would allow for a more lightweight setup as you could use a sturdy photo tripod with a lightweight alt-as mount like a stellarvue M1v or universal astronomics dwarfstar. Features Description Specs Warranty Extras 102mm aperture is ideal for getting excellent views of deep sky favorites. - posted in Mounts: I have totally modded my Twilight I mount. Easily handle payload completely manual with hand screw clutches. 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. 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 typically use with a Konusky 500 8" reflector. The Twilight I AZ mount: This telescope mount can be used to mount small to medium-sized scopes and align them with a celestial object - ideal for rapid, direct observation. Thanks for looking. 5. FirstLight AR102mm White Tube Refractor with 1000mm focal length f/9. 99. Lightweight. 25" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. Twilight Nano alt-azimuth mount has a panhandle control that makes it easy to position the telescope. 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. Description Whether you’re looking to delve. 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 would look for a used Explore Scientific Twilight 2 or save my pennies and get a Stellarvue. 25" 25mm Eyepiece and 90° Diagonal, Twilight Nano Manual Alt-Az Mount, Dual-Axis Slow Motion Cables, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone. Instead of using a tripod, he took a Lazy Susan style base that swivels left and right. Explore Scientific FirstLight 90mm Doublet Refractor Telescope with AZ Mount - FL-AR90500AZ Explore Scientific Features Large 90mm aperture packs enough light-gathering power for revealing looks at galaxies, nebulae and clusters as. 25" diameter legs with a minimum height of 25. 47 telescope with Twilight Nano Alt/Az mount; 40mm draw tube focuser; 1. Top. 25" 25mm Eyepiece, 2" 90° Diagonal with Reducer Adapter, Red-Dot Finderscope, Smartphone Digiscoping. Some have ask what mounts I was considering. The Twilight 1 works very well for a short tube 4" but gets a little shaky for a long tube. $233. FirstLight N130mm White Tube Newtonian with 600mm focal length f/4. ZWO mini. explore scientific Twilight II from hayneedle - posted in Mounts: Hey Folks,I just received an Explore Scientific Twilight II alt-az mount. Wondering if the Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano tripod is a worthwhile upgrade, considering. Explore Scientific 1 item; iOptron 27 items; Pegasus Astro 2 items; Sky Watcher 8 items; Tele. 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. Compare Sky-Watcher AZ-GTi GoTo AZ Mount vs Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount with TripodCart. Give Us A Call. While I usually prefer a manual clock driven GEM due to better ergonomics, if want an alt/az mount fit for a 100/900 I strongly suggest the t-sky or skytee mount, a rough but effective contraption sold at. 2. The Explore Scientific Twilight I is a solid and low-vibration light-to-medium-duty altazimuth mount and tripod designed to quickly and easily accept small to medium sized refractors in the 80mm to 127mm. 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. Description Whether you’re looking to delve into the details of our solar system or. A lightweight alt-azimuth mount and tripod, the Twilight Nano is designed to conveniently accept modest scopes, such as small Mak-Cassegrains, small refractors, small solar scopes, and, naturally, the ED80. 0 out of 5 stars The best manual Alt/Az. 5" scope. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90-deg Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot. Mounts - Alt Az Show. Skywatcher az-gti is pretty small and it has goto, but that’s not everyone’s forté. 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. Top. Recommended Accessories: Astrozap 4” Dew. Explore Scientific FirstLight Twilight Nano Altazimuth Head Mount and Tripod; 1. A quick review of the iStar Phantom FCL 140-6. You place alt-az fork mounts in an inclined plane to tilt the azimuth axis so it's parallel with the. FirstLight AR127mm White Tube Refractor with 1200mm focal length f/9. With Firstlight, the only thing you need to provide is a desire to discover. Attached Thumbnails. (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). Posted 04 October 2023 - 09:27 PM. 9 kg: Tube dimensionI have in excellent condition a explore scientific twilight I mount. From what Ive read, the CG-4 (eq preffered over az so I. The mount seems stable with the legs (tubular) fully extended and the spreader in place. Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope. 5" Hexagonal Focuser; 2" 90° Diagonal; Plossl 25mm eyepiece; and HD132 Red-dot Finder; Smartphone Camera adapter. While it lacks any electronic features, it. Re: Lunar images SvBony 305. The mount seems stable with the legs (tubular) fully extended and the spreader in place. All components are accounted for. 7), I had the following eyepieces:. Am I missing anything else? Thanks for your help. Uses Vixen style dovetail bracket. Explore Scientific. 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. 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. 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.