Masterpiece Losmandy Az8 Alt-az Dual Telescope Mount New Style [n09Lrb3t]

Losmandy AZ8 Alt-Az Dual Head Mount

The Losmandy AZ8 Alt-Az Dual Head Mount is a testament to Scott Losmandy's commitment to precision in mount design and fabrication. Crafted from black anodized aluminum and equipped with stainless steel hardware, this mount is built to last. Its core features include fine needle bearings and high-quality 7075 aluminum worm gears, ensuring smooth, concise, and controlled movement. With 360-degree rotation on both axes controlled by two slow-motion knobs, setting up and tracking are a breeze.

• 360-degree dual axes rotation
• 3.5-inch laser engraved setting circles

Advanced Specifications and Technical Details

The Losmandy AZ8 is a powerhouse of precision, boasting 2-inch and 2.1-inch diameter needle thrust bearings, and two 1.5-inch diameter needle bearings for stability. Its 2.812-inch diameter 7075 aluminum worm gear, with 180 teeth, and high-precision brass worm provide the smoothest movement. The mount is also equipped with a variable slip clutch on both axes, ensuring precise control. Other features include 1.25-inch diameter aluminum shafts, dual saddles for D or V series dovetails, and a head weight of 13-pounds.

• 2-inch and 2.1-inch diameter needle thrust bearings
• High precision brass worm

Practical Applications and Versatility

The Losmandy AZ8 Alt-Az Dual Head Mount is highly versatile and perfect for various applications. Its motor-less design and dual heads make it ideal for outreach and educational opportunities. Whether you're setting up an H-alpha scope on one side and a white light filter on the other for comparison or a small refractor with a camera on one head and a larger refractor or small Cassegrain on the other for imaging, the AZ8 has you covered. Its lightweight and compact design, with a folding tripod that adjusts from 29 to 46 inches, make it extremely portable.

• Mount two telescopes at once
• Max capacity of 70-pounds