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Vixen AP-Z azimuthal Mount with Slip Clutch

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Product information "Vixen AP-Z azimuthal Mount with Slip Clutch"

Simple force of friction keeps the telescope in place.
Easily direct the telescope to your desired celestial object without loosening a screw.
The friction automatically holds the telescope in position.
The AP mount provides a secure, stable support for your telescope.
Thanks to the slip clutch mechanism, the mount can be quickly adjusted to the target object.
There is a wide range of optional accessories.

FEATURES
  • Azimuthal telescope mount with manual fine adjustment
  • Easy to use and quick to install
  • Designed for telescopes up to 8 kg

WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • Mount
  • Wheel for fine adjustment

Batteries required: false
Colour: silver/white
Load capacity (kg): 8
Material: Aluminium, Metal, Steel
Mount Type [Telescopes]: Azimutal
Mount type: Azimuthally
Net weight (without access.) (g): 8000
Total height (mm): 104
Total length (mm): 178
Total width (mm): 258
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Accessories

Vixen R.A Motor Module with Star Book One Controller
The set consists of the R.A. motor module and the STAR BOOK ONE control. It allows you to equip your manual AP mount with motor-controlled RA tracking.The STARBOOK ONE control features different speeds and is suitable for both the northern and southern hemispheres.Objects are tracked precisely with a motor, meaning there is no need for manual adjustments.The controller has an autoguider port with an ST 4 interface for photography.The R.A. motor module and the STAR BOOK ONE controller are only sold together and are not available separately.FEATURES Gear drive: 73.5 mm Ø, 140 teeth Worm: 11.0 mm Ø brass worm Number of ball bearings: 2 Rotation axis: 45 mm Ø, aluminium Motor: Stepper motor Controller connection: D-SUB 9-pin male Power supply: USB Micro-B (4.4 - 5.26 V)Delivery contentSTARBOOK ONE controllerConnection cableMotor moduleMounting screwsMounting tool

€599.00*
Vixen DEC Motor Module
The DEC motor module from Vixen allows the declination axis to be controlled by a motor in conjunction with the RA motor module #25804. This makes it possible to make fine adjustments without touching the mount. This is essential for astrophotography with longer exposure times and focal lengths.FEATURESMotorised fine adjustments of the DC axis Ideal for astrophotography For retrofitting an AP mountDELIVERY CONTENTMotor moduleHex keyScrews

€319.00*
Vixen APP-TL130 Tripod for AP, GPD & SX Mounts
The APP-TL130 tripod is a lightweight, portable tripod for all standard Vixen mounts with a 45 mm support. Compatible tripods include the Vixen HF2, SX, AP and AXJ mounts. The tripod is adjustable in 3 sections and can be retracted to a very small size. Weighing just 3 kg, it is ideal for astronomy trips. FEATURES Leg section: 3x extendable Maximum extended height: 1296 mm Minimum retracted height: 598.4 mm Material: Aluminium Weight: 3.0 kg Maximum height: 1159 mm (height above the ground) Minimum height: 526 mm (height above the ground) WHAT’S INCLUDED Aluminium tripod Adjustment pins for GP2, GPD2, AP and SX mounts

€209.00*
Vixen AP Clamp Lever
AP clamping lever for the AP mount axesThe friction control mechanism (slip clutch) can be secured in place with the AP clamping lever. FEATURES Clamping lever for use in combination with Vixen AP modules Dimensions: 23 mm x 33 mm x 31 mm Weight: 10 g DELIVERY CONTENT 1x clamping lever

€12.90*
Vixen ASG-CB90 Carbon Tripod
Despite being developed for heavy mounts, the Vixen ASG CB90 carbon tripod is one of the lightest tripods on the market. The ASG CB90 tripod was originally designed for the new AXJ mount. However, it is also ideally suited to the tried-and-tested SX, HF2, AP, GPD2 and GP2 mounts. The hand nuts can be loosened to extend the tripod by one section. The legs of the ASG CB90 tripod can be secured by a reliable screw cap and are equipped with a 2.5 cm interval scale marking. FEATURES 2-section carbon tripodLightweight and portable Stable design with minimal vibrationsDimensions: 545 mm to 900 mm length Connections: 45 mm pin hole Weight: 3.4 kg WHAT’S INCLUDED Carbon tripod

€535.00*
Vixen SXG-HAL130 Aluminum Tripod for GP, SX & AP Mounts
High-quality, stable aluminium tripod for a variety of mounts with 45 mm connections. The aluminium profile ensures firm positioning with a minimum amount of vibration. Suitable for GP2, GPD2, AP, SX, SXP, SXP2 and AXJ mounts or similar with 45 mm connections. FEATURES Robust aluminium tripod without mount Suitable for: GP-, SX- & AP mounts Height-adjustable: 81 - 130 cm Weight: 5.5 kg WHAT’S INCLUDED Aluminium tripod Adjustment pins for GP2, GPD2, AP and SX mounts

€276.00*
Vixen Dovetail Slide Bar M
The Vixen dovetail bar M is designed to balance an optical telescope tube. This is achieved by securing the bar to the tube clamps.FEATURES Dimensions: 211 mm x 50 mm x 21 mm Weight: 270 g / 9.52 ozDELIVERY CONTENTVixen dovetail bar MToolMounting screws

€49.00*
Vixen AP Conterweight Bar
Counterweight bar, which is delivered with the AP-mount and AP-SM mount. It is designed for balancing an optical tube after being secured with a counterweight and installed on the declination body. It can used with the APZ Alt-Az mount.FEATURES Diameter of bar: Diameter: Dia. 20 mm Dimensions: 78×328 mm Effective bar length: 269 mm Weight: 820 g Compatible counterweights: 1 kg, 1.9 kg, 2.8 kg, 3.7 kg

€55.00*
Vixen adjustment shaft, 300 mm, flexible
300 mm adjustment shaft with flexible design for comfortable observations with the Porta II and the Mini Porta.The large adjustment knobs allow you to make smooth, fine adjustments to the axles.Also compatible with a wide range of other mounts from other manufacturers.FEATURESComfortable tracking by handLarge adjustment knobs for fine tuningDesigned for wide range of mountsLength: 300 mmDELIVERY CONTENT300 mm adjustment shaft

€25.00*
Vixen Fine Adjustment Knob for AP, GP2 and GPD2 Mounts
The control knob is used together with the manual AP fine adjustment module for making fine adjustments to the R.A. and DEC.The control knob is simply attached to the worm shaft and stays in place automatically.Can be used on the GP, GPDX, GP2, GPD, Porta II, Mobile Porta and AP mount system. FEATURESCompatible with AP, GP, Porta and GPD mountsDimensions: Diameter: 40x51 mmWeight: 18 gDELIVERY CONTENTVixen fine adjustment knob

€12.90*
Vixen Counterweight 1.9kg
With the 1.9 kg counterweight, heavier optical tubes can be balanced on many Vixen mounts. COMPATIBLE WITH THE FOLLOWING VIXEN MOUNTS SX SX2 SXD SXD2 SXP GP2 GPD2 SCOPE OF DELIVERY 1x 1.9 kg counterweight

€52.00*
Vixen counterweight 2.8 kg
2.8-kg counterweight for mount counterweight barsUse counterweights to balance your mount. Multiple counterweights may be required depending on the telescope.FEATURESSuitable for SX, SXD, GP2 and GPD2 mountsWeight: 2,800 gPACKAGE CONTENTS2.8-kg counterweight

€62.00*
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Vixen counterweight 3.7 kg
The 3.7-kg counterweight can be attached to the counterweight bar to balance your mount. Depending on the telescope, multiple weights may be required. The counterweight is suitable for Vixen SX, SXD, SXP2, GP2, GPD2 and AP mounts.FEATURESSuitable for SX, SXD, SXP2, GP2, GPD2 and AP mountsWeight: 3,700 gPACKAGE CONTENTS3.7-kg counterweight

€49.00* €73.00* (32.88% saved)
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Vixen ASG-CB90 Carbon Tripod
Despite being developed for heavy mounts, the Vixen ASG CB90 carbon tripod is one of the lightest tripods on the market. The ASG CB90 tripod was originally designed for the new AXJ mount. However, it is also ideally suited to the tried-and-tested SX, HF2, AP, GPD2 and GP2 mounts. The hand nuts can be loosened to extend the tripod by one section. The legs of the ASG CB90 tripod can be secured by a reliable screw cap and are equipped with a 2.5 cm interval scale marking. FEATURES 2-section carbon tripodLightweight and portable Stable design with minimal vibrationsDimensions: 545 mm to 900 mm length Connections: 45 mm pin hole Weight: 3.4 kg WHAT’S INCLUDED Carbon tripod

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Vixen AP Clamp Lever
AP clamping lever for the AP mount axesThe friction control mechanism (slip clutch) can be secured in place with the AP clamping lever. FEATURES Clamping lever for use in combination with Vixen AP modules Dimensions: 23 mm x 33 mm x 31 mm Weight: 10 g DELIVERY CONTENT 1x clamping lever

€12.90*
Vixen adjustment shaft, 300 mm, flexible
300 mm adjustment shaft with flexible design for comfortable observations with the Porta II and the Mini Porta.The large adjustment knobs allow you to make smooth, fine adjustments to the axles.Also compatible with a wide range of other mounts from other manufacturers.FEATURESComfortable tracking by handLarge adjustment knobs for fine tuningDesigned for wide range of mountsLength: 300 mmDELIVERY CONTENT300 mm adjustment shaft

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Vixen APP-TL130 Tripod for AP, GPD & SX Mounts
The APP-TL130 tripod is a lightweight, portable tripod for all standard Vixen mounts with a 45 mm support. Compatible tripods include the Vixen HF2, SX, AP and AXJ mounts. The tripod is adjustable in 3 sections and can be retracted to a very small size. Weighing just 3 kg, it is ideal for astronomy trips. FEATURES Leg section: 3x extendable Maximum extended height: 1296 mm Minimum retracted height: 598.4 mm Material: Aluminium Weight: 3.0 kg Maximum height: 1159 mm (height above the ground) Minimum height: 526 mm (height above the ground) WHAT’S INCLUDED Aluminium tripod Adjustment pins for GP2, GPD2, AP and SX mounts

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