{"product_id":"ioptron-8283acc","title":"iOptron LiteRoc Tripod for CEM26 \/ GEM28 \/ HEM27 \/ HAE29","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for iOptron CEM26, GEM28, HEM27, and HAE29 mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.75-inch diameter stainless steel legs for maximum rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable height range from 30 inches to 47 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs 15 lbs, balancing stability with portability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a metal accessory tray that doubles as a leg spreader\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\u003eLiteRoc Tripod for CEM26 \/ GEM28 \/ HEM27 \/ HAE29\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iOptron LiteRoc Tripod provides a rigid, portable foundation for CEM26, GEM28, HEM27, and HAE29 mounts, featuring a wide Ø4\" (Ø100 mm) die-cast aluminum top plate for secure attachment. Its 1.75\" diameter stainless steel legs deliver critical vibration damping, supporting your imaging setup across an adjustable height range of 30\" (765 mm) to 47\" (1168 mm). Weighing just 15 lbs (6.8 kg), it strikes an optimal balance between rock-solid stability and field portability.\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\u003eA 4\" Platform with 1.75\" Stainless Steel Legs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stable tripod is the bedrock of any successful imaging or observing session, and the LiteRoc is built to eliminate flexure and vibration. The oversized Ø4\" (Ø100 mm) die-cast aluminum head creates a solid, non-flexing connection point for the mount. The real stability, however, comes from the robust 1.75\" diameter stainless steel legs, which effectively dampen vibrations from wind gusts or accidental bumps—a critical factor for sharp, long-exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fully extended, the legs create an expansive ~Ø60\" (Ø1520 mm) footprint. This wide stance lowers the system's center of gravity, dramatically increasing stability, especially when tracking objects near the zenith. At 15 lbs (6.8 kg), this tripod is a significant upgrade over lighter-duty alternatives, providing the rigidity needed for serious imaging without being too burdensome to transport to a dark sky site.\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\u003eAdjustable from 30\" to 47\" with a Metal Accessory Tray\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LiteRoc tripod adapts to your observing style and equipment. Its 2-section legs offer a versatile height range from 30\" (765 mm) to 47\" (1168 mm), allowing you to set a comfortable eyepiece height whether you're using a refractor, Newtonian, or SCT. This adjustability helps reduce physical strain during long nights at the telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included metal accessory tray serves a dual purpose. It offers a convenient and sturdy platform for your eyepieces, filters, and controllers while also functioning as a leg spreader. By locking the legs into their widest, most stable position, the tray adds significant tension and rigidity to the entire structure, ensuring your mount has the unyielding support it requires.\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\"\u003eWhich iOptron mounts are compatible with the LiteRoc tripod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LiteRoc Tripod is specifically designed for use with the \u003cstrong\u003eiOptron CEM26, GEM28, HEM27, and HAE29\u003c\/strong\u003e equatorial mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the 1.75\" stainless steel legs on the LiteRoc tripod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1.75\" diameter stainless steel legs\u003c\/strong\u003e provide superior rigidity and vibration damping compared to smaller aluminum legs. This is critical for astrophotography, as a stable platform prevents star trailing and ensures sharp images during long exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the LiteRoc tripod's weight of 15 lbs affect its use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e15 lbs (6.8 kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the LiteRoc tripod represents a carefully engineered balance between heavy-duty stability and practical portability. It is solid enough for demanding imaging applications yet remains manageable for one person to carry and set up at a remote dark-sky location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI use a GEM28 mount with an 8\" SCT for planetary imaging. Is the LiteRoc tripod's 47\" max height sufficient?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the \u003cstrong\u003e47\" (1168 mm) maximum height\u003c\/strong\u003e is ideal for bringing the eyepiece of a Schmidt-Cassegrain or refractor to a comfortable viewing height for most observers, whether standing or seated. This helps reduce neck and back strain during extended planetary or deep-sky observing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the LiteRoc tripod be stable enough for my CEM26 and a wide-field refractor when imaging the North American Nebula (NGC 7000)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The LiteRoc tripod's wide \u003cstrong\u003e~Ø60\" leg spread\u003c\/strong\u003e and rigid 1.75\" steel legs provide the unwavering stability required for long-exposure deep-sky imaging. This foundation minimizes vibrations and ensures your mount can track accurately, resulting in sharp stars on targets like the North American Nebula (NGC 7000).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the metal accessory tray on the LiteRoc tripod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe metal tray serves two key functions. First, it provides a secure, convenient place to store eyepieces and accessories. Second, it acts as a \u003cstrong\u003eleg spreader\u003c\/strong\u003e, locking the legs at their widest angle to maximize the tripod's rigidity and overall stability.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiOptron CEM26, GEM28, HEM27, HAE29\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Head Platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eØ4\" (100 mm) Die-Cast Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripod Legs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.75\" Stainless Steel (2-Section)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30\" to 47\" (765 mm to 1168 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Leg Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 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