Vixen - GPD2 Equatorial Mount with tripod

The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With its solid steel R. A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears, this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astro-photography the worm gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error. The GPD2 Mount is equipped with a polar axis scope with a built in illuminator. The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2. Add the DD2 Motor Set for accurate Tracking.

GPD2 Specifications:

• R.A. Slow Motion Axis 144-tooth wheel gears whole circle movement


• DEC Slow Motion Axis 144-tooth wheel gears whole circle movement


• R.A. Graduations 10 min increments


• DEC Graduation 2 degree increments


• Polar Axis Scope 6x20mm, wide 8 degree field of view


• Altitude Adjustment 0 to 62 degrees (2 degree increments)


• Azimuth Adjustment Double screw fine adjustment


• Motor Drive Optional, with STARBOOK-S or D2M motor drive set


• Maximum Loading Weight 35 lbs.


• Counterweight 1.9 kg (4.2 lb) and 3.7 kg (8.15 lbs)


• Weight 8.5 kg/ 18.7 lbs (without counterweight)