Tripods are used to keep the mount heads in the field, both on terrain and on concrete base. Piers are used to install mounts on concrete bases, for example under domes in astronomical observatories.
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When you want to install a telescope under a dome, the pier is preferable since not only it provides very good stability but it also needs for less space and it prevents the telescope installed on the mount touches the tripod. Using the pier, you can safely use your instrument!
This pier can be used with optional adapters for EQ6 / EQ6-R / AZ-EQ6 / CGEM...
C120 pier is the perfect solution to install even a large telescope in an astronomical observatory. The C120 pier has a high load capacity (150 kg) and, compared to a standard tripod, it provides high stability and needs for less space. A pier also prevent the telescope to touch the tripod legs during movements! This pier is available also with different...
The blank adapter for C120 pier comes with just 4 holes to connect C120 pier and no pre-made holes to connect it to mount: this way if you want to connect to C120 pier a mount that has no pre-made adapter, you can order this adapter and make your own holes to connect your mount. This adapter is made in aluminum, diameter 300mm.