Description: The high-performing and artfully crafted Vixen APZ is revolutionary in its modular design and is entirely made in Japan. Estimated date of manufacture of the listed unit, circa 2015 (see imprint by product label in photos) The APZ can serve as easy-to-use and simple-to-handle manual altazimuth, carrying scopes as large as a 200-mm catadioptric. And with the separate purchase of various additional modules (not included in this listing), the APZ can be, in effect, converted to a manual AP Equatorial Mount, a motorized AP Photo Guider for R.A.-only tracking, or a motorized AP mount with both R.A. and DECL axis tracking. APZ features include:Sturdy but lightweight aluminum alloy construction, with 6 sealed bearings for smooth movement and durability 144-tooth worm and wheel gears for whole-circle movement, with clutchless friction-stop system for easy manual slewing Weight, 3.8 kg (including 1.65 kg counterweight); recommended loading capacity, 8 kgListing includes only the following components of the AP modular system: AP Mounting Base Post AP Manual Slow Motion Control Module AP Declination Body Unit (with battery compartment; holds 4 AA batteries) AZ Counterweight AP Clamp Mount Unit Slow Motion Control Handles (2) 4mm and 5mm Allen wrenchesThis item will be shipped with factory packaging materials and instruction manual (in Japanese) in original box shown in photos. **Please note: adult signature required on delivery.** Thanks for visiting Nippon Rare Optics!Premium optics sourced from Japan ▪ Fast, free shipping from U.S.-based seller
Price: 595 USD
Location: Prospect, Kentucky
End Time: 2024-11-23T20:29:37.000Z
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Vixen
Type: Altazimuth Mount
Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan