{"product_id":"explore-scientific-01-14300","title":"Explore Scientific U-Mount with Tripod for Large Binoculars","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for large astronomy and terrestrial binoculars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eU-Mount head with adjustable friction on both axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty field tripod with steel and aluminum construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick-release plate with dual 1\/4-inch screw connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory tray doubles as a stabilizer for tripod legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExplore Scientific U-Mount with Tripod for Large Binoculars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Explore Scientific U-Mount with Tripod delivers the stability required for high-power viewing with large binoculars, providing a vibration-free platform with a versatile 1\/4-inch photo thread connection. This system is engineered to eliminate the frustrating vibrations and insufficient capacity of standard photo tripods, ensuring your views of the sky or landscape are steady and clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eU-Mount Head: Vibration-Free Tracking with Adjustable Friction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core of this system is the massively constructed U-Mount, which enables smooth, fluid movements on both axes. A fine-grained mechanism with adjustable friction allows you to precisely dial in the resistance, letting you track objects smoothly or lock the binoculars securely in place. The large adjustment knobs are easy to operate, even with gloves on during cold nights, ensuring you never lose your target.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Field Tripod: A Solid Base of Steel and Aluminum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple photo tripod is quickly overwhelmed by the weight and leverage of giant binoculars. This purpose-built field tripod uses a combination of stainless steel legs and a solid aluminum head plate to create an exceptionally stable base that suppresses vibrations. An included accessory tray not only holds your eyepieces but also braces the tripod legs, further increasing rigidity for the steadiest possible views.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBinocular Mounting: Secure Quick-Release System for Field Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for mobile use, the U-Mount features a quick-change adapter plate for rapid setup and breakdown. The connection between your binoculars and the plate uses two 1\/4-inch threaded bolts in an elongated hole, offering universal compatibility and an exceptionally secure fit. This double-screw connection guarantees your valuable optics will not shift or wobble, even when pointed near the zenith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat makes the Explore Scientific U-mount better than a photo tripod for large binoculars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard photo tripods lack the load-bearing capacity and vibration damping needed for large binoculars. The Explore Scientific U-mount and its heavy-duty tripod are specifically designed to handle the weight and leverage of these instruments, providing a stable, vibration-free view with smooth, controlled movements that a ball head or video head cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Explore Scientific U-mount compatible with binoculars other than the BT series?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While it is designed for the Explore Scientific BT-series, the mount is universally compatible with most large binoculars that feature a standard 1\/4-inch photo thread connection on their underside. The quick-release plate uses two screws for a secure, non-twist fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the adjustable friction on the U-mount improve observing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adjustable friction allows you to perfectly balance the tension for your specific binocular setup. You can set it for light resistance to smoothly pan across the Milky Way or a landscape, or tighten it to hold the binoculars firmly on a specific celestial object like Jupiter or the Moon without drift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Explore Scientific U-mount for landscape viewing as well as astronomy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The mount's stability and smooth panning capabilities make it an excellent choice for high-magnification terrestrial observation, such as bird watching, nature viewing, or monitoring distant objects. The system provides the same vibration-free views for daytime use as it does for astronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this U-mount provide a stable view of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) with my 100mm binoculars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This is precisely the kind of task the U-mount is built for. Its robust construction will easily support 100mm binoculars and dampen vibrations, allowing you to resolve fine details in the dust lanes of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) and spot its companion galaxies, M32 and M110, without frustrating image shake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the U-mount handle tracking a moving target like the International Space Station (ISS)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe U-mount is ideal for manually tracking bright satellites. By setting the friction on both axes to be light but firm, you can move the binoculars smoothly and intuitively to follow the path of the ISS or other satellites across the sky, keeping the target centered without the jerky movements common with less-stable mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTIN\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e811803033931\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eU-Mount Head\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eField Tripod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eQuick-Change Adapter Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eAccessory Tray \/ Spreader\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/explore-scientific-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore Scientific Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Explore Scientific","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52909241467165,"sku":"ES-01-14300","price":749.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/ExploreScientific-U-mount-with-tripod-for-large-binoculars-1_a294c5cf-d461-46b7-a34a-ef5c21889d9b.jpg?v=1789060883","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/explore-scientific-01-14300","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}