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SkyHunter Extention Pier

SkyHunter Extention Pier

by iOptron
SKU IOP-8041
CA$95.00 - CA$95.00
CA$95.00
CA$95.00 - CA$95.00
CA$95.00
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  • Increases mount head height for improved clearance
  • Prevents longer telescopes from striking tripod legs
  • Raises eyepiece to a more comfortable viewing height
  • Designed specifically for the iOptron SkyHunter mount
  • Improves ergonomics for taller observers
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  • SkyHunter Extension Pier

    The iOptron SkyHunter Extension Pier is the essential accessory for observers using longer optical tubes, such as refractors, on the SkyHunter mount. It elevates the mount head to provide critical clearance, preventing your telescope from striking the tripod legs when aimed at or near the zenith. This simple addition also raises the eyepiece to a more comfortable height, reducing strain during long observing sessions.

    Prevent OTA Collisions with the iOptron SkyHunter Mount

    The primary benefit of the SkyHunter Extension Pier is creating physical space between a longer telescope and the tripod. When you slew a refractor towards objects high overhead, the tube's length can cause it to collide with a tripod leg, limiting your viewing window. By installing the pier, you gain the necessary clearance to track objects smoothly across the meridian without interruption.

    Beyond preventing collisions, the added height significantly improves observing ergonomics, especially for taller users. Instead of crouching or kneeling to look through the eyepiece at zenith, the pier brings the telescope to a more natural viewing position. While adding any extension can introduce a small amount of flexure, this pier is engineered by iOptron to maintain a solid foundation for visual use and wide-field imaging.

  • What is the main purpose of the iOptron SkyHunter Extension Pier?

    The SkyHunter Extension Pier is designed to raise the height of the SkyHunter mount head. This serves two key purposes: it prevents longer telescopes, like refractors, from hitting the tripod legs when pointing at high altitudes, and it raises the eyepiece to a more comfortable viewing height for the observer.

    Will the SkyHunter Extension Pier prevent my 80mm refractor from hitting the tripod?

    Yes, this is precisely the scenario the pier is designed to solve. It provides the necessary clearance for longer optical tubes, such as 80mm or 100mm refractors, to track objects high in the sky without the risk of the tube striking the tripod legs.

    Is the SkyHunter Extension Pier compatible with other iOptron mounts like the SkyGuider Pro?

    No. This extension pier is specifically machined to fit the mechanical interface of the iOptron SkyHunter mount. It is not compatible with other models like the SkyGuider Pro or SkyTracker series, which have different base dimensions.

    Does adding the SkyHunter Extension Pier affect the mount's stability?

    Any extension between a tripod and a mount can potentially introduce a small amount of flexure. However, this pier is designed by iOptron to integrate securely with the SkyHunter mount, minimizing any impact on stability for visual observation and portable, wide-field imaging setups.

    How is the SkyHunter Extension Pier installed?

    Installation is straightforward. The pier is designed to be placed directly between the top of the SkyHunter tripod and the base of the SkyHunter mount head, typically using the existing mounting hardware.

    As a taller observer, will the SkyHunter Extension Pier make viewing the Orion Nebula (M42) easier?

    Absolutely. When a target like the Orion Nebula (M42) is near the meridian and high in the sky, observing can be uncomfortable. By raising the eyepiece height, the extension pier reduces the need to bend or crouch, allowing for more comfortable and sustainable viewing sessions.

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