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IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.
IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.

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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Sky-Watcher SynScan GPS Module

SW-S30104

Automatically inputs GPS data: time, date, and location Compatible with all Sky-Watcher SynScan hand controllers Accelerates mount alignment...

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Sky-Watcher SynScan Wifi Adapter

SW-S30103

Enables full wireless control of all Sky-Watcher GoTo mounts Operated via the free SynScan Pro app for iOS and Android Replaces the traditional ha...

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Sky-Watcher V5 Synscan Handbox Controller

SW-S30106
2 in stock

42,000 object data base Built-in USB-B 2.0 port for easy control via PC or firmware updates Only compatible with Sky-Watcher SynScan mounts Includ...

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Sky-Watcher Wave 100i Pro Mount with Carbon Fiber Tripod & Pier Extension

SW-S40013

Wave 100i GoTo strainwave head EQ and AZ modes Weighs 9.5 pounds (4.3kg) 22-pound (10kg) payload capacity without optional counterweight 33-pound ...

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Sky-Watcher Wave 100i Pro Mount with Steel Tripod & Pier Extension

SW-S40014

Supports a 22 lb imaging payload on a mount head that weighs only 9.5 lbs Includes a heavy-duty 2-inch adjustable steel tripod and extension tube ...

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Sky-Watcher Wave 100i Strainwave Mount

SW-S30900
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Supports a 22-pound payload without counterweights Ultra-portable 9.3-pound mount head weight Dual AZ/EQ modes for visual and astrophotography Hig...

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Sky-Watcher Wave 150i Pro Mount Kit w/ Carbon Fiber Tripod and Pier Extension Tube

SW-S40015

Wave 150i GoTo strainwave head EQ and AZ modes Built-in cable management Weighs 12.8 pounds (5.8kg) 33-pound (10kg) payload capacity without optio...

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Sky-Watcher Wave 150i Pro Mount Kit w/ Steel Tripod and Pier Extension Tube

SW-S40016
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Supports 33 lbs without counterweights, expandable to 55 lbs Ultra-portable 12.8 lb mount head weight Dual AZ and EQ tracking modes for visual and...

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Sky-Watcher Wave 150i Strainwave Mount

SW-S30905
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Supports imaging payloads up to 33 pounds without counterweights, or 55 pounds with the optional counterweight kit Ultra-portable 12.8-pound mount...

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Sky-Watcher Wave Counterweight Kit

SW-S30914

Stainless steel counterweight kit for Wave mount heads  Counterweight bar: 0.79-inch (20mm) diameter x 12.4-inch (314mm) length, 1.6-ppound (.72kg...

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Sky-Watcher Wave to EQ6 Tripod Adapter / Pier Extension

SW-S30916
2 in stock

Securely adapts Sky-Watcher Wave mounts to EQ6 tripods Functions as a pier extension for added height Improves stability by utilizing the heavy-du...

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Sky-Watcher Wave Tripod Extension Tube

SW-S30912
1 in stock

Extension tube for Wave carbon fiber tripod  7-inch (180mm) length  3.9-inch (100mm) radius  Weighs 2.4 pounds (1.1kg)

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount ME/ME II Counterweight Shaft

SB10235

The Standard Counterweight Shaft that is included with all original Paramount ME mounts.Specifications Length: 46 cm (18 in.) Diameter: 3.8 cm (1.5...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MX+/MYT Counterweight Shaft Extension

SB10102

Extends counterweight shaft by 12 inches Adds capacity for up to 2 additional counterweights Designed for 1.5" diameter Paramount shafts Compatibl...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount MX/MX+ Counterweight Shaft

SB10270

Official Replacement for Paramount MX and MX+ Mounts 1.5-inch Standard Diameter Weighs 9 lbs Ensures Secure Balancing of Heavy Payloads Descrip...

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Software Bisque 1.875" Paramount ME II Counterweight Shaft Extension

SB10256

Extends the Paramount ME II's 1.875" counterweight shaft Adds 12 inches of usable length for additional counterweights Weighs 7 lbs, contributing ...

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Software Bisque C11 OTA Mounting Rings

SB10327

Engineered for Celestron C11 and RASA 11-inch optical tubes Pre-drilled for direct attachment to Paramount ME II, MX/MX+, and MYT Versa-Plates Tot...

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Software Bisque C14 OTA Mounting Rings

SB10324

Designed for Celestron C14 and RASA 14-inch OTAs Direct-fit for Paramount ME II, MX/MX+, and Taurus 400 mounts Total Weight: 15 lbs Supports top-m...

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Software Bisque MEADE 14" OTA Mounting Rings

SB10333

Engineered specifically for Meade 14-inch optical tube assemblies Provides a direct, secure fit to Paramount mounting systems Total set weight of ...

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Software Bisque MEADE 16" OTA Mounting Rings

SB10323

Designed specifically for Meade 16" Optical Tubes Total Weight: 16 lbs Direct fit for Paramount ME II Versa-Plate Direct fit for Paramount Taurus ...

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Software Bisque Mounting Ring Dovetail Accessory Plate

SB10328

Interfaces Truss-Tube Telescopes to Paramount Taurus Fork Arms Functions as a Dovetail Saddle for a Secure Connection Designed Specifically for So...

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Software Bisque Paramount and MKS 5000 Hand Paddle/Joystick

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Replacement joystick for Paramount mounts Native compatibility with MKS 5000 and MKS 6000 controllers Backward compatible with MKS 4000 systems wi...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II 1.875" Bore 30 lb Counterweight

SB10255

Nominal Weight: 30 lbs Bore Diameter: 1.875 inches Compatibility: Paramount ME II Counterweight Shaft Material: Solid Stainless Steel Descripti...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II 1.875" Bore 40 lb Counterweight

SB10293

43 lbs Counterweight 12 × 12 × 6 inch Dimensions Optimized for Paramount ME II Mounts Minimizes Number of Required Weights Description FAQ Spec...

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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.