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The M7 is a solid and smooth Isostatic mount providing a substantial improvement over the smaller, lighter alt az mounts. The ergonomics, bearings, load capacity and smoothness of the M7 is unsurpassed. The new M7 now has a 35 pound capacity and improved locking ability in both azimuth and altitude for changing loads and handling different sized telescopes simultaneously. Do not compare this mount with smaller, lighter units. This massive alt azimuth mount has a 5" azimuth bearing surface, oversized Teflon and stainless roller bearings on each axis. Adjust tension on both axis and you simply glide through the sky smoothly and stop completely when you arrive at the object. This mount must be experienced to be appreciated. No more pushing a mount that sticks or shoots past the object. Glide effortlessly from one object to the next. This latest version has independent adjustment locks allowing you to vary the degree of tension even better. This mount is so smooth that slow motion controls are redundant. The Stableglide "disappears" when you use it. Counterweights and precise balancing is not necessary unless you are using a single, heavy telescope. They are available separately.

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Stellarvue M7 Heavy Duty Alt Az Mount
Stellarvue M7 Alt Az Mount.  New heavy duty mount will hold telescopes up to 35 pounds. Mount Head Only. This head is designed to work with the Stellarvue pier/tripod (TSL5) which provides the most stable platform.  It can also be mounted to a heavy duty surveyor's tripod using a 3/8-16 bolt or we can make the mount to accommodate the larger 5/8-11 bolt which is used on most surveyor's tripods (specify when ordering). Includes two arms with 1/4-20 attachment holes that are 1.5" apart for our TP6, TP-19 or Losmandy plates. Mount our TD2, TD3 or TD7 spring loaded dovetail bases for quick release. Black hard anodized cnc finish. Head weighs 14 pounds. Tripod and telescope available separately. This item is waitlisted. #M7

$895
M7 Mount with built in encoders

Same as the M7 mount at top but with this one is made for use with various digital setting circle computers. With one of these computers, you simply dial in the object you want to view and two rows of numbers appear. Move the mount until both rows of numbers read zero and you are there! This is our silent and blissful version of "go to." This item is waitlisted. Tripod, TD3 and telescope available separately. #M7E

 $1195
Sky Commander Computer

Sky Commander digital setting circle computer for use with the M7E above. Easy to use.  Comes with computer patch cord. Requires ADSSC cable to attach to M7E mount. (Please note, we have other computers in stock including the Televue, NGC Max and Argo Navis - please call for details and price). #ADSC

$300
Standard Encoder Cable

Hook up the Sky Commander and other digital setting circle computers using this cable. Allows hand held use up to six feet away from mount. #ADDSC

 

 $15
Stellarvue TSL6 Pier Tripod for M7

This is the most beautiful and stable tripod we have ever made. The legs are solid walnut with a beautiful spar finish. Two aluminum adjustment knobs are used with each leg to increase rigidity. Legs are attached to a 4" diameter aluminum column with heavy duty cnc attachments. The column adds 10" of height allowing the use of longer telescopes. This mount is made specifically for the M7 but it also works great with other mounts like the venerable Discmounts. It may be modified for use with other mounts. This latest version features three aluminum channels that fold up when the mount is stored and attach to the bottom of the column with a single knob when setting the tripod up for use. This makes getting ready a breeze. The entire combination is absolutely rock solid. 3/8-16 attachment bolt on top (but other bolts can be specified). The M7 attaches directly to the top of this pier/tripod. Tripod weight 27 pounds. Height to top of base 38 1/2" - 50".  #TSL6.

$695
Dovetail Attachments for M7 Mounts - Provide "quick release: of telescope
Large Losmandy Style Spring Loaded  Dovetail Base

This dovetail base is 7" long and has two large knurled aluminum knobs for spring loaded adjustment. Available this summer. TD7

 $99
Large Losmandy Style Mounting Rail

Wide dovetail plate mounts directly to either arm of the M7 mount. You can mount any Stellarvue ring system to the plate for direct attachment. This plate also works with the large TD7 Dovetail Base sold directly above for quick attachment and removal of the telescope. This combination is highly recommended for all our telescopes, especially for those 115mm and larger. #TP-6

$65

TP-19   Losmandy Style Super Rail

 A 19" dovetail plate designed for the Stellarvue 160, 165, and 190 telescopes. 3" Wide dovetail fits the TD7 dovetail base above as well as Losmandy and Mountain Instruments mounts.  Mount rings with a center hole for variable spacing up to 16" apart. Use a dual screw attachment (1.5" apart) for either 5" or 16" spacing. #TP19

$99
Counterweight shaft and adapter. Mount adapter attaches to either side of the M7 mount and has a threaded receptacle for the counterweight shaft. 20mm stainless shaft with washer and safety screw with T nut. Counterweight not included. A counterweight is only required on the M7 when you are using a heavy telescope and no other telescope on the other side.

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 $49
Heavy Counterweight for M7

12 lb machined, solid steel counterweight with a 13/16 inch or 20mm hole. Large knob with floating pin.  Black powder-coated finish. For use with the M7 mount, the counterweight also requires shaft and adapter (M7CWS) above #M7C12

$99
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Spring loaded Dovetail Base
This includes the TD2 spring loaded dovetail shoe and the M7 adapter plate. It attaches to either arm of the M7 for use with Vixen style dovetail rails (used on CG5, GP, EQ4, EQ5 and various clone mounts), and our TP-5 dovetail rail below. This is what you would use when attaching one of our 80 mm - 102 mm telescopes to the M7. For larger telescopes, we recommend the TD3 system above used with our TP6 rail. Also holds many of the standard dovetails like the   #TD2

$79
Vixen style dovetail rail for dual rings

Mount a telescope with dual rings to this rail and you can quickly mount it to the M1 or M3 mount. This rail may also be used on GP, EQ5, CG5 and other similar mounts. It has a center 1/4-20 screw so it may be used to attach small telescopes with two rings to a heavy duty camera tripod. Rail has side grooves for the safety screw used on GP type mounts. Only 5.4" long.  #TP5  

 $39 

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Above: Milling mount components on the CNC Mill. Right: Bar feed mill and parts machining center 

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The Stellarvue TD2 is a spring loaded dovetail base that holds standard dovetails (including the Stellarvue TP5, Vixen GP, Celestron CG5, Chinese Clone EQ5, and Meade LXD-55. The TD2 bolts directly to one of the M6 Arms and other mounts using two 1/4-20 screws that are between 35mm and 1.5" apart.   Recommended for our 80mm telescopes.

3" DOVETAIL SYSTEM: Use the TD3 in combination with the TP-6 or TP19 as a quick release dovetail system for the M6 on all telescopes. This is particularly recommended for telescopes 102mm and larger. The TD3 also accepts Losmandy DUP and DUPS plates. The TD3 bolts using two 1/4-20 screws that are between 35mm and 1.5" apart.

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