{"product_id":"vixen-porta-ii-alt-azimuth-mount","title":"Vixen Porta II Alt-Azimuth Mount","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Vixen Porta II mount is an azimuthal mount in award-winning Vixen quality. It is ideal for beginners or experienced astronomers looking for a Grab-and-Go setup thanks to its simplicity, versatility and reliability. It has been specially developed to make fast and precise observations in vertical and horizontal orientation with your telescope without having to operate a complicated GEM setup.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe mount includes fine adjustments with handles for a fine tracking of celestial objects and the dovetail mounting system (Vixen Standard) ensures maximum compatibility of a wide range of telescopes. The mount head can be quickly removed from the tripod via an M10 screw, making the system very transportable\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Vixen Porta II mount in detail:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEasy handling:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Porta II does not require clamping, it has a slip clutch, which makes it easy to adjust the mount to an object. It automatically holds your position and is therefore very easy to use for everyone. The Porta II mount head can be disassembled by removing a single screw, making it also very portable.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEasy to use:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Porta II adjustment system provides slow motion movements in full circle. Grip positions as well as height and azimuth slow motion controls can be changed in 45° increments. This allows the user to use the handles for a comfortable position, whichever sized optical tube used. The accessory holder is provided with cut-outs for your eyepieces.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt can also be used to hold smaller photo accessories. The holder is mounted via a centrally mounted screw. A convenient built-in tool key is installed under the rubber mat and can be used to adjust the friction of the slip clutch.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e360° fine movement through worm gears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo axle clamping required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlip clutch friction system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDovetail system (compatible with GP and Sphinx mount)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustment by up to 45° possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting of tubes up to 155mm aperture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal net weight: 5.7kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePayload Capacity: 9kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhats included:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVixen Porta II Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 handles for fine adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorage plate for accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Vixen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40959601606851,"sku":"X002518","price":338.27,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/1924\/6275\/products\/VixenPortaAlt-AzimuthMount_1.jpg?v=1634289534","url":"https:\/\/www.horizonastronomy.ie\/en-it\/products\/vixen-porta-ii-alt-azimuth-mount","provider":"Horizon Astronomy • Telescope Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}