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Mounts and Tripods

The mount is the part of a telescope system that decides what is possible. It sets how long you can expose before stars trail, how much optic you can carry, and how much of a night you spend imaging rather than troubleshooting. David Astro stocks mounts and tripods in Canada — equatorial, alt-azimuth, harmonic drive and star tracker — with piers, wedges and counterweights to match, shipped domestically.

We help customers size mounts to real payloads rather than optimistic ones, and we are candid about where a mount's rated capacity stops being realistic for imaging. If you tell us your optic and your intended use, we will tell you what it actually needs.

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PrimaLuceLab Side by side Vixen plate 240mm PLUS
CA$273.00 - CA$273.00
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PrimaLuceLab Side by side Vixen plate 240mm PLUS

PLL-PLLPDVIX240P

Mount two telescopes in parallel on a single mount 240mm total length Vixen-style main bar 202mm center-to-center saddle spacing Dual saddles acce...

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PrimaLuceLab Side by side Vixen plate 350mm PLUS
CA$301.00 - CA$301.00
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CA$301.00

PrimaLuceLab Side by side Vixen plate 350mm PLUS

PLL-PLLPDVIX350P

350mm total length for mounting two optical tubes Mounts to any Vixen-style saddle plate Dual clamps accept both Vixen and Losmandy dovetails 310m...

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CA$55.00 - CA$55.00
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PrimaLuceLab Vixen Plate 140mm PLUS

PLL-PLLVIX140P
2 in stock

140mm Vixen-style dovetail plate Compatible with both Vixen and Arca-Swiss style clamps Integrates with the modular PrimaLuceLab PLUS system CNC-m...

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PrimaLuceLab Vixen Plate 240mm PLUS

PLL-PLLVIX240P
2 in stock

240mm Vixen-style Dovetail Plate Compatible with Arca-Swiss style clamps CNC Machined from a solid block of aluminum Part of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS...

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PrimaLuceLab Vixen Plate 350mm PLUS

PLL-PLLVIX350P
2 in stock

350mm Vixen-Style Dovetail Plate PLUS (Prima Luce Universal System) Integration Compatible with Arca-Swiss Clamps CNC-Machined Aluminum Constructi...

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CA$48.00 - CA$48.00
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PrimaLuceLab Vixen Plate 90mm PLUS

PLL-PLLVIX90P
1 in stock

90mm Vixen-style dovetail plate Dual-profile for Vixen and Arca-Swiss style clamps Part of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS modular system CNC machined from ...

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QHYCCD Adapter for PoleMaster - Paramount MX (Not MYT/MX+)
CA$63.00 - CA$63.00
CA$63.00
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CA$63.00

QHYCCD Adapter for PoleMaster - Paramount MX (Not MYT/MX+)

QHY-020045

Securely mounts the QHY PoleMaster to your mount Designed specifically for the Software Bisque Paramount MX Provides a rigid, non-flexing connecti...

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CA$377.00 - CA$377.00
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QHYCCD PoleMaster

QHY-100061

Achieves polar alignment accuracy of up to 30 arc seconds Wide 11° x 8° field of view makes finding Polaris simple High-sensitivity sensor detects...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter

Options available

Enables secure mounting of the QHYCCD PoleMaster to your equatorial mount Custom-designed for specific mount models from Celestron, Sky-Watcher, i...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Takahashi NJP Mount

QHY-020048

Custom-designed for the Takahashi NJP mount Enables use of the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Scope Provides a secure, stable connection for accu...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen GP-N Mount

QHY-020041

Connects QHYCCD PoleMaster to Vixen GP-N Mounts Enables Polar Alignment to 30 Arc Second Accuracy Wide 11° x 8° Field of View Simplifies Finding P...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx SX4/SXD/SXW/SX2/SXD2 Mounts
CA$42.00 - CA$42.00
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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx SX4/SXD/SXW/SX2/SXD2 Mounts

QHY-020040

Adapts QHY PoleMaster to select Vixen Sphinx mounts Compatible with SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, and SXD2 models Enables high-precision electronic polar al...

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QHYCCD Tripod Adapter for Cooled Cameras

QHY-020084

Tripod adapter for QHYCCD cooled cameras

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QHYCCD Tripod Adapter for Cooled Cameras
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QHYCCD Tripod Adapter for Cooled Cameras

QHY-020083

Adds a Tripod Mounting Point to Cooled Cameras Enables Secure Mounting of Camera and Lens Combinations Essential for Wide-Field Imaging with Star ...

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RB Focus Mount Tripod Leg Hooks (Pair)
CA$25.00 - CA$25.00
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CA$25.00

RB Focus Mount Tripod Leg Hooks (Pair)

Options available

Fits 1.75" and 2" diameter tripod legs Includes a pair of 2 hooks Keeps controllers and cables organized and off the ground Description FAQ Spe...

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SBIG Tripod mount for STT, STX and STXL Cameras

DL-TRIPOD-MOUNT

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 rac...

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Seestar TC20 Carbon Fiber Tripod for Seestar Smart Telescopes

SS-TC20
5 in stock

Carbon fiber construction 30 kg load capacity 590 g weight 235 mm to 365 mm adjustable height Standard 3/8" mounting screw Description FAQ Spec...

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CA$14.00 - CA$14.00
CA$14.00
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CA$14.00

Seestar TH10 3/8" Screw Quick Release Plate

SS-QRP6038
20 in stock

Designed for Seestar S50 Pro and TH10 Tripod Head Mounts with a 3/8" screw Improves imaging stability for a more reliable EQ mode experience 60 mm...

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Seestar TH10 Tripod Head for EQ Mode

ZWO-SS-TH10
7 in stock

Enables Equatorial (EQ) Mode for Seestar S30 & S50 models 5 kg Load Capacity 411 g Lightweight Aluminum Construction Hydraulic Damping for Smo...

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CA$70.00

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Counterweight

SW-S30201
1 in stock

Adds 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) of balancing capacity Fits the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 and EQ6 mounts Fits the standard 18 mm diameter counterweight shaft Locks o...

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Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 GoTo Mount

SW-S30200

German equatorial / alt-azimuth dual mode mount 15 kg (33 lb) payload capacity for astrophotography 135:1 worm drive plus 72:12 timing belt transm...

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CA$120.00

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Pier Extension

SW-S30202

Adds 6.3 inches of height to the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 mount Prevents long optical tubes from colliding with tripod legs Improves observing comfort f...

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CA$150.00

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Polar Scope

SW-S30203

Designed for the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 (GT) Mount Northern Hemisphere Reticle with Circles for 2012, 2020, and 2032 Southern Hemisphere Reticle with ...

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CA$80.00 - CA$80.00
CA$80.00
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CA$80.00

Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 Counterweight

SW-S30301

11 lb (5 kg) Counterweight Designed for the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 Mount Enables Balancing of Heavier Telescope Payloads Durable, High-Quality Finish ...

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CA$80.00

Mount Types and What Each One Is For

Choose by what you do, not by capacity alone. A mount that is excellent for visual observing can be poor for long-exposure imaging, and vice versa.

  • German equatorial mounts: The standard for deep-sky imaging. One motor tracks the sky once polar aligned, and periodic error correction plus autoguiding delivers minutes-long sub-exposures.
  • Harmonic drive mounts: Strain-wave gearing carries heavy payloads with little or no counterweight, making a capable imaging mount portable enough to carry in one hand.
  • Alt-azimuth mounts: Intuitive up-down, left-right motion, ideal for visual observing and grab-and-go use; field rotation limits unguided imaging without a wedge.
  • Star trackers: Compact tracking platforms for a camera and lens, the lightest practical route into wide-field astrophotography.
  • Tripods and piers: Rigidity below the mount matters as much as the mount head; a pier removes tripod flex and settles vibration faster.
  • Counterweights and shafts: Correct balance reduces motor load and improves guiding, and extension bars help balance short, heavy optics.

Why Choose David Astro for Mounts and Tripods

Mounts are heavy, expensive and awkward to return. Getting the specification right the first time is worth more than a discount.

  • Realistic payload sizing: We recommend loading an imaging mount to roughly 50 to 60% of its visual rating, and we will say so even when it points you to a larger mount.
  • Pier and tripod height planning: We calculate the height you need to clear your tube at the meridian without striking the tripod legs, which is a common and frustrating surprise.
  • Authorized dealer: Full manufacturer warranty, handled domestically in Canada rather than through international shipping.
  • Canadian inventory: Heavy items shipped from within Canada, avoiding duties, brokerage fees and cross-border freight damage risk.
  • In-house service: Diagnostics and repair for mount electronics and drives, so downtime is measured in days rather than months.

Mounts and Tripods in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions

How much payload capacity do I really need?
For imaging, plan on using no more than 50 to 60% of the manufacturer's visual rating. A 20 kg mount is comfortable with a 10 to 12 kg imaging payload including camera, guider, cables and dovetail.
Are harmonic drive mounts good for long exposures?
Yes, with guiding. They have higher periodic error than a well-made worm-gear mount but it is smooth and correctable, and their portability and payload-to-weight ratio are unmatched.
Do I need a pier instead of a tripod?
Only if you have a permanent site or you are seeing vibration settle slowly. A pier improves rigidity and repeatability of polar alignment but sacrifices portability entirely.
How is a heavy mount shipped?
From our Canadian warehouse, with no customs handling for domestic orders. We advise on freight for the largest mounts and piers before you place the order.

Sizing a mount for your optic?

Send us your telescope, camera and site. We will recommend the right mount and tripod combination. In stock and shipping from Canada.