Losmandy AZ8 mount with double sided saddle - mount head only

Losmandy AZ8 Dual Saddle Alt-Azimuth Mount for heavy telescopes

Now with configurable options to configure your AZ8 the way you want it

Scott Losmandy is known for precision mount design and fabrication. The AZ8 is no exception. Like all Losmandy mounts, the Losmandy AZ8 alt-azimuth mount is machined from black anodized aluminum with stainless steel hardware throughout. Fine needle bearings paired with high quality 7075 aluminum worm gears provide smooth, concise and controlled movement. 360 degree rotation of both axes is controlled by two slow motion knobs. Clear and easy to read 3.5" laser engraved setting circles help keep set up and tracking simple.

The AZ8 also boasts an impressive load capacity via its two saddle design. When properly balanced, each side is capable of carrying 35 lbs. (16 kg) for a total carrying capacity of 70 lbs (32 kg). Its motor-less design paired with the double saddle makes it the optimal choice for outreach and educational opportunities. Set an H-alpha scope on one side and telescope with a white light filter on the other for a side by side comparison or a small refractor with camera on one head and a larger refractor or small Cassegrain on the other for observing while doing short exposure imaging, great for lunar or solar imaging!

Highly versatile and very portable, each head of the Losmandy AZ8 offers a dual saddle plate capable of securely holding a V or D style dovetail.