Sightron Japan ALT-AZ Mount (ALT-AZ)

Sightron Japan ALT-AZ Mount

Sightron Japan portable mount (SJ-M)

• 3 different modes – Alt-az, Single Fork & German Equatorial
• Solid and compact
• 1450 g
• 240mm x 80mm x 90mm when packed
• Two slow motion control knobs are included (6mm shaft diameter)
• 3/8″ at the bottom
• Made in Japan

It provides great flexibility and can be operated in three different modes.

• Conventional Alt-Azimuth
• Single Fork
• German Equatorial (requires an EQ Wedge)

With a maximum payload of 7kg and weighing only 1.45 kg, this highly portable mount is ideal for small to medium-sized telescopes.

Available in either black or silver anodising with a Vixen-style Saddle Clamp and two slow-motion handles.

This sturdy mount folds down to 240 x 80 x 90 mm, making it perfect for travel.

Movements are smooth and precise, enabling fine control of your telescope. 

A standard 3/8" tripod thread is situated on the base of the mount, thus ensuring its compatibility with a wide variety of tripods.

The Saddle Clamp can be removed to leave 2 x M6 threaded holes at 35mm centres.

This mount also has the advantage of operating in EQ mode, which, together with slow motion control, enables observation at high powers.

In the Box

Sightron Japan ALT-AZ Mount

Manual & Warranty

Sightron Japan Warranty