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This is a Vixen SXD2 EQ mount in pristine, like new condition. Although this unit is about 10-15 years old, there isn't a mark anywhere on it. We have tested it, and of course it works perfectly with the included Starbook One controller.
This mount is from the estate of Thomas Shea, user name "teashea" on Cloudy Nights. Mr. Shea was known there for his extensive collection of more than a dozen Taks, all on Vixen mounts. We've received ten each of his scopes and mounts, all in equally brand new, perfect, pristine condition:
Here's his photo of his telescope room, showing most of them:
He explained his lack of use of all of his scopes there:
"I am much more a telescope collector than a telescope user. As with all my Takahashi telescopes, this system has been used for less than two hours - to test it when I first purchased it. Since then it has been sitting in my dedicated telescope room, with HEPA air filtration."
Everything we've seen and know about his scopes and mounts proves this to be absolutely true. This one is no different from a brand new mount. This is a nice savings off of the new one, so get it while it's still here!
Included Items:
- Vixen SXD2 EQ mount (a $1750 value) on a Vixen ASG-CB90 tripod (a $550 value)
- Starbook One controller (a $300 value)
- Counterweights: 1 8lbs. 2 ozs. + 1 4 lbs. 2 ozs. = 12 lbs. 6 ozs. total
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Original Vixen manuals for SXD2 mount head, Starbook One, polar scope, and ASG-CB90 tripod,
This is $2600 worth of gear for just $1200!
This mount is on display on our showroom floor. The mount/tripod will ship in a padded tripod bag; we have obtained suitable shipping boxes for this, and can ship it to you for a $99 shipping charge.
Vixen SXD2 mount
The SXD2 equatorial mount is a high precision, sturdy mount.
Vixen Telescope SXD2 Mount Description
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Pulse motors and micro-step motion control system.
The heart of the SXD2 is the precision pulse motors. These highly responsive motors use a micro-step motion control system to deliver powerful yet silky smooth drive controls in both fine motion and quick slewing.
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Smooth R.A and Dec motion.
Bearings are used in the R.A and Dec axies and the rotating shafts of the worm gears. This reduces the load on the motors and ensures smooth rotation. No reduction gears on the motor shaft eliminates the presence of backlash.
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Cross over meridian function.
The function of "cross over meridian" allows you to change a timing of the reverse motion of the optical tube when your target celestial object is approaching to the culmination.
SXD2 equatorial mount
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R.A. slow motionWorm and wheel gears with 180-tooth whole circle micro movement, 72mm in diameter, mode of brass
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DEC slow motionWorm and wheel gears with 180-tooth whole circle micro movement, 72mm in diameter, mode of brass
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Worm shaft gear9mm in diameter, made of brass
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R.A. axis40mm in diameter, made of carbon steel
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DEC axis35mm in diameter, made of carbon steel
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Counterweight bar20mm in diameter, retractable, made of stainless steel
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Number of bearings9 pieces
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Polar axis scope(Preinstalled) 6×20mm, Field of view 8 degrees, 3-star alignment system, Variable illuminated reticle with auto turn-off, Brightness adjustable in 8 steps, Dark field illumination, Setting accuracy within 3 arc minutes
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Altitude adjustmentLatitude adjustable between 0 degree and 70 degrees (divided in 3 zones and adjustable +/- 15 degrees per zone, for high, middle and low latitudes), latitude scale in 2 degrees increments, Fine adjustments with a tangent screw knob about 0.8 degrees per rotation
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Azimuth adjustmentFine adjustments with twin screw knobs about 1.2 degrees per rotation, adjustable range about +/- 7degrees
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Motor drivePulse motors with micro-step motion control (250 pps)
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Photographic loading weight15kg / 33 lb (Maximum torque load : 375kg -cm at a point of 25cm from the place where th RA and DEC axes cross.)
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Power portDC 12V EIAJ RC5320A Class4
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Power supplyCigarette-lighter plug cord (center plus polarity) (not included)
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Working voltageDC 12V
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Electricity consumption0.45A to 2.5A
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Size360mm × 343mm × 128mm
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Weight9.2Kg / 20.3 lb (without counterweight)
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Counterweights1.9Kg × 2/ 4.2 lb × 2
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Intuitive STAR BOOK ONE controller
The SX2 mount includes the STAR BOOK ONE controller, known for its user-friendly interface. This lightweight powerhouse enables precise movement along the X and Y axes (RA and Dec directions). Explore versatile tracking options, including sidereal and solar rates, as well as features like backlash compensation, autoguider port, and a built-in red LED light.
Vixen Telescope ASG-CB90 Carbon Tripod
The ASG-CB90 carbon tripod designed for use for astronomical telescopes. A lightweight and durable carbon tripod is best suited for the AXJ equatorial mount. It combines great portability with rigidness.
Vixen Telescope ASG-CB90 Carbon Tripod Description
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A lightweight carbon tripod with high durability.
The ASG-CB90 is a compact and lightweight tripod designed primarily for using with an AXJ mount. Both high degree of durability and lightweightness were required for the ASG-CB90 tripod in order to make the most use of portability of the AXJ mount. Based on experience at developping our lightweight APP-TL130 tripod, strong and lightweight pipe legs made of carbon fiber have been adopted. Also, every movable part on the legs and the tripod head have been reviewed throughoutly for achieving a highly stable tripod for serious celestial observer with the AXJ mount.
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Compatible with SX series and AP series of equatorial mounts.
The ASG-CB90 tripod is compatible with SX series of equatorial mounts, AP series of equatorial mounts, HF fork mount, PORTA II alt-azimuth mout and the SXG half pillar. It is available for the GP2 and GPD2 mounts also if they have a 45mm mount base for the standard Vixen tripod head.
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Leg extension twist locks.
The two-section tripod legs can be locked tightly or loosen quickly by turning the twist locks in hand.
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A scale marked in centimeters on the tripod legs.
The scale of 2.5cm increments marked on the tripod leg allows for confirming height and level of the tripod easily.
Specifications
ASG-CB90
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Leg type, materialTwo-section carbon fiber legs (extendable by one touch)
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Adjustable lengthfrom 545mm to 900mm
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Adjustable heightfrom 510mm to 815mm
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Pipe leg diameterUpper section: 36mm, Lower section: 32mm
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Setup spacefrom 340mm to 520mm in radius
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Weight3.4kg
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Usable withAXJ, SX series, AP series, GP, GPD* series of equatorial mounts, SXG half pillar, HF2 fork mount, PORTA II altazimuth mount.
*Available for the GP and GPD2 mounts with the mounting base of 45mm in diameter only.