| The Orion Atlas mount extension provides increased observing comfort for observing at the zenith through long focal length refractors, as it raises the eyepiece at the bottom of the optical tube to a more comfortable observing height. In addition, for visual observing and astrophotography from low latitudes close to the equator, the mount extension will help prevent the counterweight shaft from colliding with the tripod legs. The steel mount extension bolts between the top of the tripod and the bottom of the mount head and adds 8.4” in height to the telescope system. It has an outside diameter of 102mm (4”) and weighs 3 lbs. It includes a connecting plate and all necessary hardware, and is painted to match the color of the Orion Atlas mount. |
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