{"product_id":"ioptron-8039a-cgx","title":"iOptron Pier Adapter for Celestron CGX (150mm Pier Tube)","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts Celestron CGX mounts to permanent piers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for pier tubes with a 150mm outside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a rigid, stable foundation for astrophotography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates tripod-related vibrations and flexure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for backyard observatories or semi-permanent setups\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\u003ePier Adapter for Celestron CGX (150mm Pier Tube)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Celestron TP360A Pier Adapter provides the critical mechanical link between a Celestron CGX mount and a permanent pier with a 150mm diameter, creating an ultra-stable imaging platform free from the vibrations and flexure of a field tripod.\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\u003ePermanent Pier Stability for Your Celestron CGX Mount\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eFor serious astrophotography, a permanent pier is the ultimate upgrade in stability. This adapter allows you to securely attach your Celestron CGX mount to a pier, eliminating the most common sources of tracking errors and lost frames, such as tripod leg flexure or accidental bumps in the dark. Once installed, your setup becomes a rock-solid instrument, ready for precise polar alignment that only needs to be done once.\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\u003ePrecision Fit for 150mm Diameter Pier Tubes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis adapter is engineered specifically to mate with pier tubes that have an outer diameter of 150mm, a common size for both commercial and custom-built observatory piers. A precise, purpose-built fit ensures the mount is perfectly centered and rigidly coupled to the pier, preventing any slippage or alignment shift during long imaging sessions. This removes the guesswork and potential instability of a DIY solution.\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 is the purpose of the Pier Adapter for CGX (150mm Pier Tube)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis adapter's primary function is to allow you to mount a \u003cstrong\u003eCelestron CGX equatorial mount\u003c\/strong\u003e onto a permanent or semi-permanent pier with a \u003cstrong\u003e150mm diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e. It replaces the standard field tripod, offering significantly improved stability for astrophotography and observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does using this Pier Adapter improve my astrophotography with a CGX?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA pier provides a much more rigid and vibration-resistant platform than a tripod. By using this adapter, you minimize periodic error and tracking deviations caused by wind, ground vibrations, or cable drag. This leads to sharper stars, allows for longer sub-exposures, and increases the number of usable frames you capture during a session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI'm building a backyard observatory with a custom 150mm steel pier. Is this the Celestron part I need for my CGX?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, this is the correct adapter for your project. It is designed to connect the base of the Celestron CGX mount head directly to the top of a pier tube with a 150mm outer diameter, ensuring a secure and stable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this adapter fit a Celestron CGX-L mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis adapter is specified for the Celestron \u003cstrong\u003eCGX mount\u003c\/strong\u003e. The CGX-L has a different base and requires a different adapter. You should source the adapter made specifically for the CGX-L to ensure proper fit and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the CGX Pier Adapter come with mounting hardware?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIncluded hardware is not specified. Typically, the bolts required to attach the adapter to the top plate of your pier must be sourced separately, as the thickness and material of pier top plates can vary. The hardware to attach the CGX mount head to the adapter is part of the mount itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main disadvantage of a pier setup for my CGX mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe primary trade-off is portability. A pier is a fixed installation. This adapter is designed for a permanent or semi-permanent observatory setup and eliminates the ability to easily transport your telescope to different dark-sky locations, which is the main advantage of the standard tripod.\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\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTP360A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCelestron CGX Equatorial Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePier Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePier tubes with 150mm outer diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePermanent or semi-permanent pier installation\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\"\u003ePier Adapter for CGX\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\nCelestron 2-Year Warranty\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917296136477,"sku":"IOP-8039A-CGX","price":221.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-Pier-Adapter-for-CGX-150mm-Pier-Tube-1_4d103328-e554-46f4-aad4-fe680e887f8f.jpg?v=1789142224","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/ioptron-8039a-cgx","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}