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Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest
Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest
Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest
Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest

Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest

by Starizona
SKU STZ-LBKT-SQ
$79.00 USD - $79.00 USD
$79.00 USD
$79.00 USD - $79.00 USD
$79.00 USD
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  • Corrects Sideways Telescope Mounting on SolarQuest
  • Allows Unobstructed Sun Tracker Operation
  • Adjustable for Height and Distance to Balance
  • Durable Anodized Aluminum Construction
  • Captive 1/4-20 Mounting Screw with D-Ring
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  • Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest

    The Starizona L-Bracket Mount for SolarQuest provides an essential orientation correction for the Sky-Watcher SolarQuest mount, allowing telescopes like the Coronado PST to be attached via a captive 1/4-20 screw in an upright position for comfortable viewing without obstructing the sun tracking sensor.

    Mount Your Solar Scope Upright on the SolarQuest

    The Sky-Watcher SolarQuest is a simple and effective sun-tracking mount, but its saddle design can place some solar telescopes, like the popular Coronado PST, in a sideways orientation. This makes accessing the eyepiece awkward and uncomfortable. While generic L-brackets exist, they typically require the saddle to be perpendicular to the optical axis, which interferes with the SolarQuest's critical sun sensor.

    This Starizona L-Bracket is purpose-built to solve this exact problem. It allows the mount's saddle to remain pointed along the telescope's optical axis, giving the sun tracker a clear line of sight while positioning your telescope "right side up" for intuitive and comfortable solar observing sessions.

    Adjustable Design with a Captive 1/4-20 Screw

    Crafted from durable anodized aluminum, the bracket is engineered for both stability and flexibility. It features slotted adjustments for both height and distance from the mount, allowing you to achieve proper balance and position the telescope for easy access to its focuser and eyepiece.

    Mounting your telescope is straightforward thanks to the captive 1/4-20 screw, which includes a D-ring for easy, tool-free tightening and loosening. This thoughtful design ensures the screw never gets lost and that you can set up or break down your solar rig quickly in the field.

  • Why do I need the Starizona L-Bracket for my SolarQuest mount?

    You need the Starizona L-Bracket if you have a solar telescope, such as a Coronado PST, that mounts sideways on the standard SolarQuest saddle. This bracket corrects the orientation to be "right side up," making the eyepiece much more comfortable to use while ensuring the mount's sun tracking sensor can function correctly.

    Will this bracket work with my Coronado PST on a SolarQuest mount?

    Yes, this L-bracket was specifically designed to solve the mounting problem associated with using the Coronado PST on the Sky-Watcher SolarQuest mount. It allows the PST to be mounted upright for comfortable viewing.

    How does the Starizona L-Bracket avoid blocking the SolarQuest's sun sensor?

    Unlike other L-brackets that force the mount's saddle to be perpendicular to the telescope, the Starizona bracket is designed to keep the saddle pointing along the optical axis. This configuration provides a clear, unobstructed view for the SolarQuest's sun tracking sensor, allowing it to function as intended.

    Is the Starizona L-Bracket adjustable for balance?

    Yes. The bracket is adjustable in both height and distance from the mount. This allows you to slide the telescope to find the optimal center of balance, ensuring smooth tracking and stability for your setup.

    What tools are needed to attach a scope to the Starizona L-Bracket?

    No tools are required. The bracket features a captive 1/4-20 screw with an integrated D-ring. This allows you to tighten or loosen the screw by hand, making field setup and takedown fast and convenient.

    I have a small Lunt solar scope; will this bracket help me mount it on the SolarQuest?

    This bracket is designed for any telescope with a standard 1/4-20 mounting block that orients inconveniently on the SolarQuest mount. If your Lunt solar scope faces this issue, the Starizona L-Bracket should provide the correct upright orientation for more comfortable observing.

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