Celestron AVX Mount
Celestron Advance VX Mount
Computerized German equatorial mount Advanced VX is smallest of Celestron’s German equatorial mounts. Computerized GoTo capability automatically tracks objects as they move across the night sky. Advanced VX mount includes ports for a hand control, an autoguider, and 2 AUX ports for optional accessories. NexStar+ hand control gives you instant access to all the functions your mount has to offer. With automatic slewing and menu descriptions, any level of astronomer can master this mount in just few observing sessions. Advanced VX also has an impressive tripod for its class with a 2” diameter steel tripod legs providing an extra-wide stance for improved stability.
Payload capacity
Payload capacity for the Advanced VX is 30 lb. It offers sturdy platform for any of Advanced VX optical tubes
Dual saddle plate
As of early 2019, Advanced VX mounts include a dual saddle plate that accommodates both CG-5 and CGE-style dovetail. Switching between the two saddle plates is as simple as moving the hand knobs into a separate set of holes. You can use an Advanced VX mount with virtually any optical tube within its weight limit. Compatible with Vixen format dovetails 100mm or longer, not compatible with Losmandy D format plates (regardless of plate manufacturer).
Specifications
- 30lbs Instrument Capacity (13.6Kg)
- Dual CG-5 And CGE Saddle
- Celestron Nexstar Hand Controller With 40,000+ Object Database
- 7-77 Degree Latitude Support
- 1 Star, 2 Star, Solar System Align, Last Alignment, Quick Align
- 12v 3.5A Power Requirement
- 21.31Kg Total Weight
- 2'' Stainless Steel Tripod
- 21mm Counterweight Shaft
- DC Servo Motor
Included Items
- Celestron AVX Equatorial Mount
- 12lbs Counterweight x 1
- 2'' Stainless Steel Tripod
- Accessories Tray
- Nexstar Hand Controller
- Starry Night Astronomical Software
- Cigar Port Power Cable
- 2 Years Warranty