Alt-Azimuth Telescope Mounts

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Alt-Azimuth: An Overview

Telescopes Canada is proud to present an overview of the alt-azimuth mount, a type of mount for telescopes that is popular among amateur astronomers. Also known as an altitude-azimuth mount, this type of mount differs from the more traditional German equatorial mount in a few key ways.

How to Use Alt-Azimuth Mount?

Alt-azimuth (alt-az) mounts are one of the most popular telescope mount types for amateur astronomers. An alt-az mount is a type of telescope mount that allows the telescope to move freely in two directions—altitude and azimuth. Altitude is the movement along the vertical axis and azimuth is the movement along the horizontal axis.

The advantage of an alt-az mount is that it’s incredibly simple and easy to use. To move your telescope, you just turn the two knobs to adjust the altitude and azimuth angles. This makes it perfect for viewing objects in the night sky without needing a complicated goto mount.

When buying an alt-az mount, there are several factors to consider. First, you’ll want to make sure that the mount can support the weight of your telescope. Second, you’ll want to look for a mount that has smooth tracking and accurate positioning for precise star gazing. Lastly, make sure to purchase a mount from a reliable source such as Telescopes Canada.

By following these simple tips, you can find the perfect alt-azimuth mount for your telescope and enjoy stargazing without any hassle.

Shop Alt-Azimuth Mounts online at Telescopes Canada

When it comes to finding the right telescope mount for your telescope, you can’t go wrong with an alt-azimuth mount from Telescopes Canada. An alt-azimuth mount is a type of mount that allows the telescope to move in two directions: up and down (altitude) and left and right (azimuth). These mounts are especially great for beginner astronomers who want to learn how to orient their telescopes and explore the night sky.

At Telescopes Canada, we have a wide selection of alt-azimuth mounts to choose from, including goto mounts and harmonic drive mounts. Goto mounts have built-in computer controls that allow you to find objects in the night sky quickly and accurately. Both kinds of mounts are great for tracking celestial objects as they move across the night sky, offering maximum stability and making them ideal for any type of telescope they are weight-rated to carry.

No matter what type of telescope mount you’re looking for, Telescopes Canada has what you need. We carry a variety of alt-azimuth mounts to fit any budget and telescope type. Browse our selection today and find the perfect telescope mount for your telescope.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an Alt-Azimuth Mount?

Alt-azimuth mounts are the most common type of telescope mount and are characterised by having two axes of motion, altitude (up and down) and azimuth (left and right). This type of mount was initially designed for small, lightweight telescopes, but has since become popular for larger and heavier telescopes as well.

What Is the Difference Between Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial Mounts?

While alt-azimuth mounts are a great choice for smaller instruments, equatorial mounts are typically the go-to choice for larger or heavy instruments. Unlike alt-azimuth mounts which move in up/down and left/right directions only, equatorial mounts track celestial bodies with movements in both RA and DEC coordinates.

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