Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount & Tripod (MAZ01-00)

The Explore Scientific Twilight I Alt-Azimuth Mount & Tripod (MAZ01-00) is a versatile, manually operated star-viewing setup — perfect for small to medium telescopes. Its adjustable tripod and smooth pan-and-tilt mount head make aiming easy and fluid, whether you’re scanning the Milky Way, observing planets, or doing quick solar or lunar views. The mount accepts Vixen-style dovetail plates and supports telescopes up to 15 lb (≈ 6.8 kg), giving you broad scope compatibility. Oversized knurled knobs on the slow-motion control cables enable easy fine adjustments even when wearing gloves at night. The tripod’s wide 42″ footprint, adjustable legs, and spreader bar ensure stable and vibration-minimized support, making the Twilight I an ideal “grab-and-go” mount for backyard observing or travel setups.

Features & Benefits

• Manual Alt-Azimuth mount — intuitive pan/tilt for quick target acquisition

• Supports telescopes up to 15 lb, suitable for small-to-medium refractors, compact reflectors, solar scopes

• Vixen-style universal dovetail saddle — compatible with a wide range of telescope tubes

• Oversized knurled knobs on both altitude and azimuth cables — easy adjustment even with gloves

• Adjustable stainless-steel tripod with a wide 42″ footprint — stable, vibration-resistant base

• Tripod height and posture adjustable to match user height and viewing angle

• Simple, no-power design — no batteries or motors needed, ideal for simplicity and portability

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