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Model: omegon_mount_az_babyPart Number: 49753
The Omegon AZ-Baby Mount is a compact, easy-to-use Alt-Az mount for small telescopes.
Features
Compact size
Few mounts are as small and compact as this one! It is so compact that it fits in the palm of your hand, and when you rotate it on its axes, you will be delighted with the smooth, precise movements.
Capacity
Any suitably sized telescope fitted with a Vixen-type mounting bar can be fitted quickly and easily. Maximum payload capacity is up to around 4kg.
Portability
For grab-and-go astronomy? On a trip to Namibia? Or to fly off to see the next solar eclipse? The Baby AZ mount is ideal for all this and fits neatly into a suitcase or bag.
Easy attachment
The mount can be fitted to any tripod with the usual 3/8" photo thread.
Specifications
Mount Capacity: 4kg
Tripod Connection: 3/8" Thread
Weight: 1kg
Colour: Black
Mount Type: Altazimuth
Let me say that I’m always impressed by the quick delivery of this mount from FLO to Northern California in 5 days!I was excited to receive this mount due to a number of reviews and recommendations for its small profile and weight. It's possible to mount the Omegon AZ-Baby on the Tele-Pod advanced aluminum tripod and fit it completely in the tripod bag — ready to be deployed for those quick, grab-and-go observing sessions.Payload capacity is listed at 4kg (9lbs) but I would estimate that 5kg (11lbs) would be the useful maximum payload before balancing issues arise. Mileage may vary due to payload and tripod of use.This mount is aimed for the visual observer wanting to deploy their setups immediately. So far I’ve used a Celestron C80ED, Orion ED66 CF, and the Takahashi TS-50 all with ease using a number of heavy accessories and eyepiece configurations. The bearings are especially impressive by how smooth they are. Once my telescope is balanced, motion can be moved by the slight push of my fingertip.I was very impressed given the convenience of it being assembled with my tripod, its size, and included clamp that I decided that it would permanently replace both my TeleVue Tele-Pod and Berlebach Castor II mounts altogether.One minor nitpick I have is the color of the installed clamp. While it wasn’t black as advertised, my delivered clamp was silver. However, this is purely cosmetic and doesn’t hinder the functionality of the mount.Overall, 5 stars all around! Thank you, FLO!