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Orion Min-EQ Tabletop Equatorial Telescope Mount
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  • Small but sturdy equatorial telescope mount that's perfect for traveling or campouts and capable of supporting small telescopes up to 7 lbs.
  • Features a rugged metal EQ-1 equatorial mount head perched on a petite tabletop tripod with three thread-on legs
  • Makes a terrific portable tracking platform for wide-field astrophotography with a 35mm DSLR or SLR camera
  • Includes 4.8 lb. counterweight, dual slow-motion control cables for manual tracking, latitude adjustment, and threaded 1/4"-20 adapter
  • Height approximately 14", weighs 10 lbs., 5 oz.


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Here's a nifty little equatorial mount for small telescopes that makes a perfect stargazing companion for campouts and trips. It's Orion's all-metal EQ-1 equatorial head perched on three thread-on legs, complete with counterweight, dual slow-motion cables, latitude adjustment, and 1/4"-20 adapter. Set it on a park bench or large rock, or even on your car's hood for an impromptu scan of the heavens. Also makes a terrific tracking platform for wide-field astrophotography with a 35mm camera! Height approx.14", weighs 10 lbs., 5 oz.

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Limited Warranty against defects in materials or workmanship for one year from date of purchase. This warranty is for the benefit of the original retail purchaser only. For complete warranty details contact us at 800-676-1343.

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  • Astro-imaging capability
    Lunar & planetary
  • Weight rating
    7 lbs.
  • Dovetail bar system
    No
  • Motor drive compatibility
    Clock drive sold separately
  • Bearing material
    Friction bearings
  • Latitude range
    9-72
  • Setting circles
    Yes
  • Polar-axis scope
    Not available
  • Counterweights
    One 4.8 lb.
  • Counterweight bar length
    8 in.
  • Diameter of counterweight shaft
    12mm
  • Weight, fully assembled
    5.2 lbs.
  • Warranty
    One year
In the Box
Tripod legs
Orion Equatorial tabletop mount
1-1/4" - 20 adapter
5.25 lb counterweight
Counterweight shaft
Slow-motion control cables
Small crescent wrench
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