{"product_id":"zwo-110apo-am7-bundle","title":"ZWO FF110 APO + AM7 Harmonic Mount Bundle with TC40 Tripod \u0026 PE200","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA 110mm flat-field APO on ZWO's highest-capacity harmonic mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #333;background:#f5f5f5;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we like the FF110 + AM7 bundle:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePayload you won't run out of:\u003c\/strong\u003e the FF110 uses 6.76kg (14.9lb) of the AM7's 20kg (44lb) no-counterweight payload, leaving about 13.2kg (29lb) for a full camera train, a second scope, or a bigger telescope later.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteady at 766mm:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±10″ periodic error with a measured test report for every mount, and a stiff, heavier head that shrugs off long camera trains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo spacing math, no balancing:\u003c\/strong\u003e the flattener is built into the scope, and the harmonic drive doesn't need the scope balanced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorth knowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e if you'll only ever run the FF110 with one camera, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-110apo-am5n-bundle\"\u003eFF110 + AM5N bundle\u003c\/a\u003e carries it well for less money and weight. Choose the AM7 if you expect to grow. You still need a camera and 12V power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eZWO FF110 APO + AM7 Harmonic Mount Bundle\u003c\/strong\u003e puts ZWO's 110mm f\/7 quadruplet astrograph on the AM7 computerized GoTo mount, with the TC40 carbon fiber tripod and PE200 pier extension. It's a portable full-frame galaxy rig with a mount sized for whatever you add next, and the bundle costs less than buying the four pieces separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110mm f\/7.0 quadruplet APO, 766mm focal length · built-in flattener, 44mm full-frame image circle · 6.76kg (14.9lb) scope with rings and dovetail · AM7: 20kg (44lb) payload without counterweight · ±10″ periodic error · equatorial or alt-az GoTo · Wi-Fi and Bluetooth · TC40 carbon tripod and 200mm pier extension included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1979\/5379\/files\/110APOBundleAM7.jpg?v=1781202502\" alt=\"ZWO FF110 APO refractor, AM7 harmonic mount, TC40 carbon tripod and PE200 pier extension\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat you can image\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGalaxies:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Whirlpool, Pinwheel, Sunflower and Sombrero Galaxies, and the Leo Triplet in one frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanetary nebulae:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Dumbbell, Ring and Owl Nebulae.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNebula detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Pillars of Creation in the Eagle Nebula, the Horsehead and Flame Nebulae, and the Elephant's Trunk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo scopes at once:\u003c\/strong\u003e with 13kg of payload left, a side-by-side rig with a second refractor and camera fits without a counterweight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an APS-C camera such as the ASI2600MC Pro, the FF110 frames about 1.8° × 1.2° of sky at 1.01″ per pixel; with a full-frame sensor, about 2.7° × 1.8°.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it sets up\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTripod and mount:\u003c\/strong\u003e open the TC40, set the PE200 on it, and set the AM7 on top and tighten the locking knobs. There's no counterweight to add. Set your latitude with the knob (0–60° in one position, 30–90° in the other) and polar align electronically with the ASIAIR or the ZWO app.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTelescope and camera:\u003c\/strong\u003e slide the FF110's dovetail into the mount's saddle. Because the flattener is built in, there's no exact back focus to hit: anywhere from 42mm to 73mm of spacing behind the M48 thread, you'll reach focus with sharp stars to the corners. The included photography extension tube and M48 and M54 adapters fit dedicated astronomy cameras, and a T-ring connects a DSLR or mirrorless camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl:\u003c\/strong\u003e run the mount from the included hand controller, which also creates a Wi-Fi hotspot, from your phone over Bluetooth with the ZWO Sky Atlas app, or from the ASIAIR by cable or Wi-Fi. The scope's handle doubles as a guide scope mount, and the AM7's saddle has USB-C and DC power ports to keep cables short.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to add for the best results\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-12v-5a-ac-to-dc-adapter-us-for-asiair\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12V power (required)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: the AM7 runs on 12V DC, which isn't included. Use the ZWO 12V 5A adapter at home, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-12v-10a-ac-to-dc-adapter-us\"\u003e12V 10A adapter\u003c\/a\u003e if you'll also power a cooled camera from the saddle, or a 12V power tank like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/celestron-powertank-lithium-pro\"\u003eCelestron PowerTank Lithium Pro\u003c\/a\u003e in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA camera (required for imaging):\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asi2600mc-pro-2025\"\u003eZWO ASI2600MC Pro\u003c\/a\u003e (APS-C, cooled) is a natural match for the 44mm image circle; the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asi2600mm-pro-mono-2025\"\u003eASI2600MM Pro\u003c\/a\u003e mono version with a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-7-position-efw-7x2-2025\"\u003e7-position 2\" filter wheel\u003c\/a\u003e is an easy load for the AM7.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/asiair-plus-256gb\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eASIAIR Plus 256GB\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: runs the mount, camera, guiding and polar alignment from your phone, and mounts on the scope's handle or finder base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuiding:\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-30f5-mini-guide-scope\"\u003eZWO 30F5 Mini Guide Scope\u003c\/a\u003e with an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asi120mm-mini-mono\"\u003eASI120MM Mini\u003c\/a\u003e guide camera on the handle, or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-large-oag-off-axis-guider\"\u003eZWO OAG-L\u003c\/a\u003e off-axis guider with an \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asi220mm-mini-mono\"\u003eASI220MM Mini\u003c\/a\u003e for the steadiest guiding at 766mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-eaf-electronic-auto-focuser-5v-usb\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZWO EAFN electronic focuser\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: keeps stars sharp as the temperature drops through the night.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight-pollution filter:\u003c\/strong\u003e a 2\" \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-duo-band-filter\"\u003eZWO Duo-Band filter\u003c\/a\u003e in a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-filter-drawer-for-2-mounted-filter-m54\"\u003eZWO M54 2\" filter drawer\u003c\/a\u003e for nebulae from city and suburban skies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/tripod-case-for-zwo-tc40-with-extension-pier\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTC40 tripod case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e: carries the tripod with the PE200 still attached.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFF110 + AM7 vs. the other FF bundles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFF110 APO + AM7\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-110apo-am5n-bundle\"\u003eFF110 APO + AM5N\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-131apo-am7n-bundle\"\u003eFF131 APO + AM7\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e131mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e766mm (f\/7.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e766mm (f\/7.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e983mm (f\/7.5)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view, APS-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8° × 1.2°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8° × 1.2°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4° × 0.9°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount payload, no counterweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20kg (44lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15kg (33lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20kg (44lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayload left after the scope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.2kg (29.2lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.2kg (18.2lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.6kg (23.4lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKit weight (scope, mount, tripod, pier)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 17.4kg (38lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 16.2kg (36lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 20.1kg (44lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGalaxy imaging with room to grow into a bigger scope or a dual rig\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe same scope in a lighter, less expensive kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum reach for small galaxies on the same mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead more about each piece on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-110mm-quad-apo-refractor\"\u003eZWO FF110 APO\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-am7-tc40\"\u003eZWO AM7 with TC40 tripod\u003c\/a\u003e pages, or see all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/zwo-bundles\"\u003eZWO bundles\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZWO FF110 APO\u003c\/strong\u003e optical tube with handle, tube rings and dovetail plate, plus the photography extension tube with M48 and M54 adapters, user manual, inspection sheet and warranty card\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZWO AM7 mount head\u003c\/strong\u003e with AM7 hand controller, magnetic hex wrench and periodic error test report for your mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZWO TC40 carbon fiber tripod\u003c\/strong\u003e with spreader, spiked feet and weight bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZWO PE200 pier extension\u003c\/strong\u003e with Sky-Watcher adapter plate and two M6 × 25 screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1979\/5379\/files\/AM7-packing.jpg?v=1777509646\" alt=\"ZWO AM7 packing list: mount head, hand controller, magnetic hex wrench and test report\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe camera, 12V power supply, diagonal, eyepieces and counterweights are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eZWO FF110 + AM7 Bundle FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good first astrophotography setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you already know you want to image galaxies and expect to add gear. There's no flattener spacing and no balancing, and the ASIAIR handles polar alignment, focusing and guiding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich camera works best with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn APS-C cooled camera like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/asi2600mc-pro-2025\"\u003eASI2600MC Pro\u003c\/a\u003e gives a 1.8° × 1.2° field at 1.01″ per pixel. The 44mm image circle covers full frame (2.7° × 1.8°), and the AM7 has the payload for a full-frame camera with a filter wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFF110 + AM7 or FF110 + AM5N?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/products\/zwo-110apo-am5n-bundle\"\u003eAM5N bundle\u003c\/a\u003e carries the FF110 well and is lighter and less expensive. The AM7 adds 5kg of no-counterweight payload and is the better choice if you plan to move up to the FF131 or another larger scope later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the TC40 tripod strong enough?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The TC40 is rated for 50kg (110lb), well above this kit's loaded weight. For a permanent backyard setup, a pier is steadier still.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need the pier extension?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's included, and we recommend using it. It lifts the mount 200mm so the camera on the back of the 664mm-long tube clears the tripod legs near the zenith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use it for visual observing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Switch the AM7 to alt-azimuth mode for GoTo without polar alignment, and add a 2\" diagonal and eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat power does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12V DC, which isn't included. A 12V adapter at home or a 12V power tank in the field both work; size it up if a cooled camera also runs from the same supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eTelescope: ZWO FF110 APO\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour-element air-spaced apochromat (one ED element), built-in field flattener\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture \/ focal length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110mm \/ 766mm (f\/7.0)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImage circle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44mm (full frame)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocus anywhere from 42mm to 73mm from the M48 × 0.75 thread (60mm to 91mm from the M54 × 0.75 thread)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3\" dual-speed rack-and-pinion, 1:10 fine focus, 360° rotator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRear adapters\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM78 × 1 55mm extension, M78 to M54, M54 to M54, and M54 to M48 adapters (built-in 2\" filter thread in the M48 adapter)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mm Vixen-style dovetail plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e664mm (1.25\" interface retracted) to 815mm (photography extension tube and dew shield extended)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.74kg (12.7lb) tube; 6.76kg (14.9lb) with handle, rings and dovetail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eMount: ZWO AM7\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrain wave (harmonic) GoTo mount, equatorial or alt-azimuth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCustom harmonic drive, 300:1 total reduction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayload\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20kg (44lb) without counterweight; 30kg (66lb) with counterweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeriodic error\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±10″, with a measured test report for each mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatitude range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–90° (0–60° and 30–90°)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand controller with Wi-Fi hotspot; ZWO Sky Atlas app over Bluetooth or Wi-Fi; ASIAIR wired or wireless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaddle ports\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDC power output and USB-C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12V DC (supply not included)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHead weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.75kg (14.9lb)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eTripod and pier extension\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZWO TC40 tripod\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbon fiber, 2.3kg (5.1lb), 50kg (110lb) load capacity, 470–800mm (18.5–31.5 in) height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZWO PE200 pier extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200mm (7.9 in) tall, 124mm diameter, CNC-machined aircraft-grade aluminum, 1.6kg (3.5lb); 50kg (110lb) load rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003ePackage\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout 17.4kg (38lb): scope with rings, mount head, tripod and pier extension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 years (ZWO) on the AM7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFF110-APO + AM7 + TC40 + PE200 (ZWO FF110+AM7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n","brand":"ZWO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48364196593923,"sku":"ZWO FF110+AM7","price":4498.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1979\/5379\/files\/110APOBundleAM7.jpg?v=1781202502","url":"https:\/\/milehighastro.com\/products\/zwo-110apo-am7-bundle","provider":"Mile High Astronomy","version":"1.0","type":"link"}