STELLARVUE M2 Mount

We did it again. We have beefed up the M2 mount even more using a larger base axis and a new MEC2 column that is 3” in diameter. Mount the column to our TA or TW tripods and the M2 mount drops into the column. Secure the mount head to the column with three set screws and you have an impressive, heavy duty, ultra smooth alt azimuth mount.

M2 Alt Azimuth Mount with Vixen Shoe

This is our new medium duty alt azimuth mount. Mount head will attach to any heavy duty camera tripod (Bogen, Manfrotto) using a 3/8-16 bolt and having an elevator extension. In order to use the M2 mount with our  tripods, the MEC2 column below is required. The M2 uses a smooth bearings on each axis. The tension  is adjusted on both axis with oversized knurled knobs. Once the tension is set, it is easy to glide from object to object without the need for slow motion  controls. The mount will hold our  80 mm - 115 mm telescopes and other scopes up to 20 pounds. Mount head weighs 4 pounds. Comes standard with our TD2 Vixen sized dovetail shoe. Our smoothest medium duty mount yet!
#M2 - $249

M2D Mount with Large Losmandy Shoe

Same as M2 above but this one uses the TD7 Losmandy sized dovetail shoe in place of the TD2 Vixen shoe. If your telescope mounts to your EQ mount with a Losmandy sized plate, this version of the M2 mount allows for a rapid quick change.
#M2D - $279

Heavy Duty MEC2 Column

To use the M2 mount with a standard or surveyor’s tripod, our heavy duty MEC2 column is required. Like the M2, this column is made in the USA of 6061-t6 aluminum. The M2 mount head bolts to the top of the column with three side screws. This eliminates rotation between the mount and column.

Add the extension column only to the mount head purchase. Mounts to surveyor tripods using a 5/8-11 bolt. All our tripods use this larger 5/8” bolt so you can tighten the column securely to our tripods. If you tripod uses a different sized mounting bolt, contact us. We can make an adapter to fit your tripod.

Note: This column is made only for the M2 mount head. The head attaches to three holes at the top of the column. So the M1 mount will not work with this column.

#MEC2 - $79

Heavy Duty MEC10 Column

Same as MEC2 above but this one has a 10 mm threaded hole. For use with Vixen and Celestron CG5 type tripods

MEC10 - $79

Heavy Duty MEC12 Column

Same as MEC2 above but this one has a 12 mm threaded hole. For use with Celestron CGEM/CGE type tripods

MEC10 - $79

Mount Handle

Round aluminum mount handle with cushioned grip. This straight handle mounts directly to either the TD2 or TD7 spring loaded dovetail. Navigate around the sky without grabbing the telescope. Attaches with a single 1/4-20 stainless screw which is included.
MH2 - $ 24

Aluminum Tripod

Stellarvue heavy duty Surveyor's tripod with adjustable Appleply tray. Tray inserts directly into machined bases - no tools required. Hand knobs adjust leg spreader. Tray has numerous holes for 1.25” and 2” eyepieces, diagonals, barlows, etc.
#TA - $249

Travel Tripod

Stellarvue heavy duty Travel Tripod may be carried on a plane. It is made of three sections of stainless tubing and is only 20”€� long when in travel mode. This tripod has a 59 mm recess at top and a 5/8€�-11 mounting bolt. Attaches directly to the M2 Mount when it is attached to the MEC2 column. Tripod is 20”€� - 36”€� in height when in use. With the M2 mount and column, the telescope height is 4 1/2€� feet above the ground. Tripod weighs about 11 pounds. Tripod with column and M2 mount weighs about 15 pounds.

#TT - $249

Solid Maple Tripod

Stellarvue heavy duty maple tripod with 5/8-11 bolt, solid one piece cnc machined top and adjustable Appleply Tray. Tray inserts directly into machined bases - no tools required. Hand knobs adjust leg spreader. Tray has numerous holes for 1.25” and 2” eyepieces, diagonals, barlows, etc. Made entirely in the USA.

#TW - $499