{"product_id":"svbony-sv225-alt-azimuth-telescope-mount","title":"SVBONY SV225 Alt-Azimuth Telescope Mount","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePayload Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10kg (22 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3kg (6.6 lbs)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrive System:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120-Tooth Worm Gear on Both Axes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSaddle Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vixen-Style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotion Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360° Azimuth, -60° to +60° Altitude\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\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\u003eSVBONY SV225 Alt-Azimuth Telescope Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV225 Alt-Azimuth Telescope Mount delivers a robust platform for visual astronomy, supporting a 10kg payload on a frame that weighs only 3kg. Its dual-axis 120-tooth worm gears provide the fine control necessary for manual tracking, while the full 360° of azimuth rotation and -60° to +60° altitude range give you complete freedom to point anywhere in the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003e10kg Payload Capacity from a 3kg CNC Aluminum Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eConstructed from CNC-machined Aluminum 6061T, the SV225 mount head provides exceptional stability for its 3kg weight. This high strength-to-weight ratio allows it to carry up to a 10kg optical tube assembly, making it suitable for a wide range of refractors, Maksutov-Cassegrains, and short-tube Newtonians without introducing excessive vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eManual Tracking with a 120-Tooth Worm Gear Drive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the SV225 are its 120-tooth worm gears on both the altitude and azimuth axes. Paired with the included flexible slow-motion control cables, this system allows for smooth, precise manual tracking of celestial objects. As a planet drifts across the field of view, small, deliberate adjustments keep it centered, a level of control that simpler friction-based mounts cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eVixen-Style Saddle and Universal 3\/8\"-16 Tripod Thread\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe SV225 is designed for broad compatibility. It features a standard Vixen-style saddle, allowing you to attach most astronomical telescopes without needing extra hardware. The base of the mount includes a female UNC 3\/8\"-16 thread, making it compatible with the majority of photographic and astronomical tripods on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of telescopes can the SVBONY SV225 mount handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV225 can support a wide variety of optical tubes up to \u003cstrong\u003e10kg (22 lbs)\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is an excellent match for short-tube refractors, Maksutov-Cassegrain telescopes, and smaller Schmidt-Cassegrains. Its Vixen-style saddle is a standard in the industry, fitting most telescopes directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the SVBONY SV225's 120-tooth worm gear improve visual observing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e120-tooth worm gear\u003c\/strong\u003e system provides a significant mechanical advantage, translating large movements of the slow-motion knobs into very fine, smooth movements of the telescope. This is critical for keeping planets like Jupiter or Saturn centered in the eyepiece at high magnification, eliminating the jerky motions common with less precise mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the SVBONY SV225 mount for terrestrial viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the SVBONY SV225 is also well-suited for terrestrial observation. Its intuitive up-down, left-right alt-azimuth motion makes it easy to follow moving targets like birds or ships. The slow-motion controls allow for precise framing of distant landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat tripod do I need for the SVBONY SV225 mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV225 mount features a standard \u003cstrong\u003eUNC 3\/8\"-16 female thread\u003c\/strong\u003e in its base. This allows it to connect to most sturdy photographic tripods and nearly all dedicated astronomy tripods without an adapter. Ensure your tripod is rated to carry the combined weight of the mount (3kg) and your telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the SVBONY SV225 stable enough for a 102mm f\/7 refractor when observing Jupiter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. A typical 102mm f\/7 refractor weighs well under the \u003cstrong\u003e10kg capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e of the SVBONY SV225. This combination provides a very stable platform for planetary viewing. The fine adjustment from the slow-motion controls will be essential for tracking Jupiter's moons and cloud bands smoothly at high power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I track the Moon across the sky with the SVBONY SV225?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTo track the Moon with the SVBONY SV225, first use the metal handle to quickly point your telescope at it. Then, use the two flexible slow-motion control cables to make fine adjustments. You will need to turn both the altitude and azimuth knobs simultaneously to follow the Moon's diagonal path across the sky, keeping it centered in your eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSVBONY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax. Load Capacity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Saddle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen-Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120-Tooth Worm Gear\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual with Slow-Motion Controls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAzimuth Rotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e360° (Continuous)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAltitude Rotation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-60° to +60° (Continuous)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Mounting Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUNC 3\/8\"-16 Female\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum 6061T\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePackage Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e340 x 285 x 145mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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\"\u003eSV225 Alt-Azimuth Mount\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\"\u003eMetal Handle\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\"\u003eAltitude Slow Motion Flexible Control Cable\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\"\u003eAzimuth Slow Motion Flexible Control Cable\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\"\u003eDovetail Lock Knob\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\"\u003eLocking screws\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\"\u003eAllen Wrench\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\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/svbony-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSVBONY Warranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SVBONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861257318685,"sku":"SV-W9181A","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/SVBONY-SV225-Alt-Azimuth-Telescope-Mount-Adjustable-for-Visual-Set-1_cb47cf1d-0279-43ef-9a94-229a2f80eb7b.jpg?v=1788883660","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/svbony-sv225-alt-azimuth-telescope-mount","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}