{"product_id":"pegasus-astro-half-pier-assembly-of-nyx88-for-eq6-steel-tripod","title":"Pegasus Astro Half Pier Assembly of NYX88 for EQ6 Steel Tripod","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds 18 cm (7 inches) of height to your NYX-88 mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents optical tube collision with tripod legs during slewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for the Pegasus Astro NYX-88 mount and EQ6 steel tripod\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 3 standoff rods for rigid assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpandable to 6 standoff rods for maximum stability\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\u003eDownloads\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\u003ePegasus Astro Half Pier Assembly of NYX88 for EQ6 Steel Tripod\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pegasus Astro Half Pier Assembly for the NYX-88 mount provides a crucial 18 cm (7 inches) of clearance when used with a standard EQ6 steel tripod. This extension includes 3 standoff rods for a rigid connection and is essential for preventing long optical tubes from striking the tripod legs when slewing near the meridian, a common issue with refractor and SCT setups.\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\u003e18 cm (7\") Pier Extension for Collision-Free Slewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary function of this half pier is to elevate your NYX-88 mount by 18 cm. This added height creates the physical space needed for your telescope to slew from horizon to horizon without the rear of the optical tube or your camera train colliding with a tripod leg. For observers with refractors or other long instruments, this clearance is not a luxury, it's a necessity for uninterrupted imaging and safe, automated operation.\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\u003eSturdy 3-Rod Assembly for NYX-88 and EQ6 Tripods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for a precise fit, the assembly connects the NYX-88 mount directly to the classic EQ6 steel tripod. The design utilizes a robust system of 3 included standoff rods that ensure a stiff, flexure-free connection between the mount and the tripod. For users with heavier payloads or those seeking maximum rigidity, the system can be expanded to accommodate up to 6 standoff rods.\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\"\u003eWhy do I need the Half Pier Assembly for my NYX-88 mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you use a telescope with a longer optical tube, such as a refractor, the Half Pier Assembly is essential to prevent the telescope or attached camera from hitting the tripod legs as it tracks or slews past the meridian. The \u003cstrong\u003e18 cm (7\")\u003c\/strong\u003e of added height provides the necessary clearance for safe operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this Half Pier Assembly compatible with other mounts or tripods?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis assembly is specifically designed and machined to create a secure connection between the \u003cstrong\u003ePegasus Astro NYX-88 mount\u003c\/strong\u003e and a standard \u003cstrong\u003eEQ6-style steel tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not intended for use with other mount or tripod combinations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the NYX-88 Half Pier Assembly attach to the EQ6 tripod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe assembly includes all necessary adapters to connect to the top of the EQ6 tripod. The pier is secured using the 3 included standoff rods, which create a rigid, triangular support structure between the pier's base and the mount adapter plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eMy imaging setup is heavy. Is the 3-rod system stable enough?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3-rod configuration is engineered to be very stable for typical payloads. However, for maximum rigidity, especially with very heavy or long optical tubes, the design allows for expansion. You can install up to \u003cstrong\u003e6 standoff rods\u003c\/strong\u003e to further increase the stability of the entire system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill adding the NYX-88 Half Pier Assembly affect my polar alignment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pier extension is a rigid mechanical adapter and does not directly affect the polar alignment process of the NYX-88 mount. You will perform your polar alignment routine as usual after the mount and pier are fully assembled on the tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I leave the Half Pier Assembly attached to my EQ6 tripod for transport?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the pier can remain attached to the tripod for convenience. However, it will increase the overall height and change the balance of the tripod when folded. Always remove the mount and telescope before moving the setup.\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\u003eProduct\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHalf Pier Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePegasus Astro NYX-88 Mount and EQ6 Steel Tripod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtension Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 cm (7 inches)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Standoff Rods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Standoff Rods\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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\"\u003eHalf Pier Extension (18 cm)\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\"\u003eStandoff Rods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 3\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\"\u003eMounting Adapters for NYX-88 and EQ6 Tripod\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1 set\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pegasusastro.com\/download\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 640 512\" class=\"DAV-img-box\"\u003e\u003cpath fill=\"#0047a7\" d=\"M128 32C92.7 32 64 60.7 64 96l0 256 64 0 0-256 384 0 0 256 64 0 0-256c0-35.3-28.7-64-64-64L128 32zM19.2 384C8.6 384 0 392.6 0 403.2C0 445.6 34.4 480 76.8 480l486.4 0c42.4 0 76.8-34.4 76.8-76.8c0-10.6-8.6-19.2-19.2-19.2L19.2 384z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e \n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003eUnity Platform\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/pegasus-astro-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePegasus Astro 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pegasus Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52686361067805,"sku":"PEG-HP88-EQ6-TRPD","price":238.98,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/pegasus-astro-half-pier-assembly-of-nyx88-for-eq6-steel-tripod-1.png?v=1793649427","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/pegasus-astro-half-pier-assembly-of-nyx88-for-eq6-steel-tripod","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}