{"product_id":"vixen-apz-mount-telescope-mount","title":"Vixen APZ Mount Telescope Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Vixen APZ Mount is a highly versatile and user-friendly alt-azimuth telescope mount designed to deliver smooth and stable tracking for your astronomical observations. Built with a modular design, it can easily be upgraded or transformed into a highly portable equatorial mount to suit your evolving stargazing needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSimple and easy-to-use alt-azimuth design featuring manual friction control for quick targeting and dual-axis slow-motion knobs for precise tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRobust build with a generous loading capacity of up to 8kg, making it suitable for larger optical tubes such as a 200mm aperture VMC telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEquipped with six sealed ball bearings in the movable parts to prevent dust ingress and ensure exceptionally smooth rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModular construction allows seamless integration with Vixen Advanced Polaris components, offering an easy upgrade path to an equatorial setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeatures high-quality aluminium alloy altitude and azimuth axes with durable brass worm shaft gears for long-lasting reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its lightweight design and included counterweight, this mount provides the perfect balance of portability and rigid stability for astronomers on the move. Whether you are conducting quick terrestrial viewing or detailed celestial tracking, the APZ mount offers an exceptional and reliable observing experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlow motion control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Worm and wheel gears with 144-tooth whole circle micro movement (by hand), with slow motion control knob\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick motion control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Friction control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorm wheel gears:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58.4mm in diameter, 144-tooth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorm shaft gears:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.8mm in diameter, made of brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude\/Azimuth axes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59mm in diameter, made of aluminum alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of bearings:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoading weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 8kg (6kg if used with the DEC motor module)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 178mm x 258mm x 104mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8kg (incl. AZ counterweight)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/strong\u003e AZ couterweight 1.65kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vixen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54819581165852,"sku":"VX25841","price":998.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.magnumsports.com.au\/products\/vixen-apz-mount-telescope-mount","provider":"Magnum Sports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}