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SBIG Tripod mount for STT, STX and STXL Cameras

SBIG Tripod mount for STT, STX and STXL Cameras

by SBIG
SKU DL-TRIPOD-MOUNT
CA$267.00 - CA$267.00
CA$267.00
CA$267.00 - CA$267.00
CA$267.00
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  • Securely mounts SBIG STT, STX, and STXL cameras to standard tripods
  • Provides a standard 1/4-20 threaded hole
  • Replaces one of the camera's rear rack handles for a solid fit
  • Enables wide-field astrophotography using camera lenses
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  • SBIG Tripod mount for STT, STX and STXL Cameras

    The SBIG Tripod Mount adds a standard 1/4-20 threaded mounting point to high-performance SBIG STT, STX, and STXL series cameras, enabling direct attachment to photographic tripods and heads for stationary, wide-field imaging with camera lenses.

    A 1/4-20 Thread for Stationary Wide-Field Imaging

    This mount unlocks a new application for your large-format SBIG camera. By providing a universal 1/4-20 threaded hole, it allows you to mount the camera body directly onto a robust photo tripod or equatorial star tracker. This setup is ideal for capturing expansive, deep-sky vistas with camera lenses: targets like the North American Nebula (NGC 7000) or the full expanse of the Milky Way, which are too large for the narrow field of a telescope.

    Seamless Integration with STT, STX, and STXL Cameras

    Designed by Diffraction Limited specifically for the SBIG STT, STX, and STXL camera bodies, this mount attaches to the back of the camera, replacing one of the existing rack handles. It provides a strong mounting interface for stationary use with a camera lens.

  • What is the purpose of the SBIG Tripod Mount?

    The SBIG Tripod Mount is designed to attach an SBIG STT, STX, or STXL camera to a standard photographic tripod or mount that uses a 1/4-20 screw. This allows you to use the camera with standard camera lenses for wide-field astrophotography, independent of a telescope.

    Which SBIG cameras are compatible with this tripod mount?

    This mount is specifically designed for the following SBIG camera series made by Diffraction Limited:

    • SBIG STT Series
    • SBIG STX Series
    • SBIG STXL Series

    How do I install the SBIG Tripod Mount on my STX camera?

    Installation is straightforward. You remove one of the rack handles on the back of the STX camera body, and the SBIG Tripod Mount attaches in its place.

    Can I use the SBIG Tripod Mount for a wide-field mosaic of the Orion Nebula (M42) with a 135mm lens?

    Yes. The 1/4-20 thread lets you put an STT, STX or STXL camera with a camera lens on a tripod head or tracking mount that takes a 1/4-20 screw. The mount is intended for stationary use with a camera lens, so make sure your support can carry the camera and lens for the exposures your mosaic of the Orion Nebula (M42) needs.

    Is the SBIG Tripod Mount stable enough for long exposures of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) on a portable tracker?

    The mount provides a strong mounting interface with a 1/4-20 threaded hole. Whether the setup stays steady for long exposures of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) depends on the tripod and tracking mount you use and on the combined weight of the camera and lens.

    What kind of tripod head should I use with the SBIG Tripod Mount?

    You should use a high-capacity tripod head, such as a robust ball head or, ideally, an equatorial tracking mount. Given the weight of an STX or STXL camera plus a lens, a standard lightweight photo tripod is not sufficient. The 1/4-20 thread is standard, but the load requires a heavy-duty support system to prevent vibration and ensure sharp stars.

  • Fits cameras SBIG STT, SBIG STX, SBIG STXL
    Holes / threads 1/4-20 threaded hole
    Warranty 1 year
    Fits (mount / scope) SBIG STT, STX, STXL cameras

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  • Diffraction Limited 1-Year Warranty