Name: Used Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Equatorial Head Mount with Steel ST1 Tripod, 45" Max Tripod Height undefined
Brand: Explore Scientific
SKU: US1840464
Price: 75.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Equatorial Head Mount with Steel ST1 Tripod, 45" Max Tripod Height

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Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Equatorial Head Mount with ST1 Tripod

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Under the banner of Explore Scientific, the FirstLight EXOS Nano German Equatorial Head Mount and Steel ST1 Tripod stands as a robust and reliable platform for your stargazing adventures. This versatile mount and tripod combo is designed to accommodate a wide range of small scopes, including Mak-Cassegrain, Refractor, Solar Scope, and the ED80mm, making it an ideal choice for both amateur and seasoned astronomers.The EXOS Nano German Equatorial Head Mount is a light-duty mount, engineered for swift and effortless setup. Its compatibility with Vixen-Style Universal Dovetail bars ensures a secure and stable connection for your telescope, provided it does not exceed a weight of 15 pounds. This feature makes it a perfect match for short, fast Newtonians, enhancing your celestial viewing experience.The accompanying Steel ST1 Tripod boasts a sturdy 1.25" steel construction, promising durability and stability. Its adjustable legs can extend from a compact 25.5" to a maximum height of 45", offering flexibility and convenience for users of different heights or when setting up on uneven terrain.Together, the FirstLight EXOS Nano German Equatorial Head Mount and Steel ST1 Tripod provide a lightweight yet sturdy platform, designed to elevate your astronomical exploration. Whether you're capturing the cosmos through a small refractor or tracking celestial bodies with a compact Mak-Cassegrain, this mount and tripod combo is your reliable partner under the stars.

Used Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Equatorial Head Mount with Steel ST1 Tripod, 45" Max Tripod Height undefined

Works well, made of steel,  but.... while rated for 20 lbs, my 6" reflector (Meade LX 85) is a little heavy for it at 12 lbs.  The RA gearing has a bit of play for the purist but totally usable. The counterweight isnt heavy enough, I had to use a big C clamp attached to the weight to get it closer to balance on the RA axis. I hung a 5 lb exercise weight from the legs to increase stability and reduce vibration.  The Az release screw handle gets caught up with the RA control when scope turned for viewing the ecliptic, that has to get replaced with a longer screw. It looks like you could attach the Celestron motor drive for CG3 mount, I am going to try it out. Overall vibrationally sensitive, but any tripod is, I presume until you spend $3000.  Good enough to view the Orion Nebula the other night. Way good enough for the moon, especially the craters and mountains along the terminator. Probably better suited for a smaller refractor telescope. I am pushing it: if it breaks, I will get a bigger tripod, not the same one.

Used Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Equatorial Head Mount with Steel ST1 Tripod, 45" Max Tripod Height

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Explore Scientific FirstLight EXOS Nano Equatorial Head Mount with ST1 Tripod