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Montures et trépieds

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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Farpoint Série V - Barre à queue d'aronde - Celestron 9.25" SCT

FAP-FVC9.25S
1 restant!

Fixez en toute sécurité les tubes optiques et les accessoires du télescope avec la plaque à queue d'aronde Farpoint Vixen - Celestron 9,25 pouces ...

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iOptron tripod
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Trépied iOptron 1,25" pour iPANO/SkyGuider Pro/SkyTracker

IOP-3221
4 en stock

Trépied en acier inoxydable de 1,25" compatible avec iOptron SkyGuider Pro, iPANO, SkyTracker/SkyTracker Pro.

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Contrepoids iOptron 1.35kg

IOP-8605
2 en stock

Ce nouveau contrepoids de 1,35 kg (3 lb) est conçu pour les ensembles de contrepoids SkyTracker Pro et SkyGuider pro (#3324), ainsi que d'autres s...

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Contrepoids iOptron 10kg pour CEM120

IOP-7326

Contrepoids supplémentaire de 10 kg pour le support CEM120.

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iOptron 10kg Counterweight for CEM120 (Low Latitude)
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iOptron 10kg Counterweight for CEM120 (Low Latitude)

IOP-7326LL

10kg Counterweight Designed for iOptron CEM120 Mounts Optimized for use at latitudes below 10° Prevents collision with tripod or pier legs OEM iOp...

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iOptron 1kg Counterweight for SmartEQ
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iOptron 1kg Counterweight for SmartEQ

IOP-3106-02

Weight: ~1 kg (2 lbs) Inner Diameter: 16.1 mm for SmartEQ shafts Outer Diameter: 78.6 mm Compatibility: iOptron SmartEQ & SmartEQ-Pro Mounts ...

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Contrepoids iOptron 2,5 kg pour iEQ45, CEM40, GEM45, CEM60 et CEM70

IOP-8027-05

Ce contrepoids de 2,5 kg (5,5 lb) est conçu pour les montures iOptron suivantes : CEM70/CEM70EC/CEM70G CEM60/CEM60EC GEM45/GEM45EC/GEM40G CEM4...

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Contrepoids iOptron 2kg pour monture CEM26, GEM28 et AZ Pro

IOP-3006-05

Ce contrepoids de 2 kg (4,5 lb) est conçu pour les montures iOptron suivantes : CEM26/CEM26EC GEM28/GEM28EC Monture AZ Pro iEQ30/iEQ30 Pro CE...

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Contrepoids iOptron 4.5kg pour iEQ30, ZEQ25, CEM25 et CEM40

IOP-3006-10

Ce contrepoids de 4,5 kg (~10 lbs) peut être utilisé pour la monture iOptron suivante : CEM40/CEM40EC* (première version avec arbre CW de 20 mm)...

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Contrepoids iOptron 5kg pour iEQ45, CEM40, GEM45, CEM60 et CEM70

IOP-8027

Contrepoids de 5 kg pour monture iOptron. Ce CW est conçu pour les montures iOptron suivantes : CEM70/CEM70EC/CEM70G CEM60/CEM60EC GEM45/GEM45...

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Contrepoids iOptron 9.5kg pour iEQ45, CEM60 et CEM70

IOP-7226
2 en stock

Contrepoids supplémentaire de 10 kg pour le support CEM120. Ce contrepoids s'adaptera aux supports suivants : CEM70/CEM70G GEM45/GEM45G/GEM45EC*...

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iOptron Viseur polaire illuminé à champ sombre AccuAlign pour SkyGuider Pro (3330-SGP)

IOP-3330-SGP

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iOptron AccuAlign TM Polar Scope for CEM/SkyGuider/SkyTracker Series
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iOptron AccuAlign TM Polar Scope for CEM/SkyGuider/SkyTracker Series

IOP-3330

Enables Fast and Accurate Polar Alignment Essential for Long-Exposure Astrophotography Reduces Field Rotation for Sharp Stars Designed for iOptron...

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iOptron AccuAlign TM Polar Scope for HST MiniTracker
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iOptron AccuAlign TM Polar Scope for HST MiniTracker

IOP-3330-HST
1 en stock

Enables Precise Polar Alignment Designed Specifically for the HST MiniTracker Features an Intuitive Etched Reticle Dramatically Speeds Up Field Se...

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iOptron Adjustable AZ/EQ Base
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iOptron Adjustable AZ/EQ Base

IOP-3327
1 en stock

Latitude Adjustment Range: -30º to 65º Azimuth Adjustment Range: ±5º Vixen-Type Dovetail Saddle Standard 3/8” Tripod Socket Weight: 1.5 lbs Des...

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iOptron Arca-Swiss quick release plate for PST
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iOptron Arca-Swiss quick release plate for PST

IOP-3683

Connects Coronado PST to Arca-Swiss compatible heads Enables rapid mounting and dismounting of the telescope Provides a secure, non-rotating conne...

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iOptron AZ Mount Pro - AZ Mount Pro w/ Tri-Pier
iOptron AZ Mount Pro - AZ Mount Pro w/ LiteRoc Tripod
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iOptron AZ Mount Pro

Options available

33 lb (15 kg) primary and 10 lb secondary payload capacity 13 lb (5.9 kg) mount head, including CW shaft and battery "Level and Go" alignment with...

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iOptron AZ Mount Pro Altitude Lock Lever
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iOptron AZ Mount Pro Altitude Lock Lever

IOP-8954

Official iOptron Replacement Part Designed for the AZ Mount Pro Secures the Altitude Axis Restores Original Locking Function Description FAQ Sp...

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iOptron AZMP LiteRoc 1.75-inch Tripod
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iOptron AZMP LiteRoc 1.75-inch Tripod

IOP-8923ACC

1.75-inch Stainless Steel Legs 30-inch to 48-inch Adjustable Height Range 15 lbs (6.8 kg) Total Weight 6-inch (Ø150 mm) Die-Cast Aluminum Top Plat...

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iOptron Ball Head Top Plate
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iOptron Ball Head Top Plate

IOP-3308

Adapts Vixen-Style Dovetail Bars to Photographic Ball Heads Enables Mounting of Small Telescopes or Lenses on Camera Tripods Creates a Lightweight...

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Trépied en fibre de carbone iOptron

IOP-8061A
1 en stock

Le trépied en fibre de carbone iOptron offre un support léger mais solide pour les montures iOptron. Il s'adapte à ces supports iOptron (peut néces...

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Monture iOptron CEM120

Options available

Caractéristiques Une nouvelle conception, une monture équatoriale à équilibrage central (CEM) pour une charge utile maximale avec une stabilité n...

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iOptron CEM120 Pier Top Adapter
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iOptron CEM120 Pier Top Adapter

IOP-8036-120

CEM120 Mount Compatibility: Designed specifically to adapt the iOptron CEM120 mount head. Flexible Pier Options: Enables mounting on an iOptron ...

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iOptron CEM26 CW Shaft Mounting House (Low Latitude)
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iOptron CEM26 CW Shaft Mounting House (Low Latitude)

IOP-C26-CWSML

Enables low-latitude operation of the iOptron CEM26 mount Prevents counterweight shaft collision with tripod or pier Replaces the standard counter...

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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.