• The Software Bisque Helium 400 Tripod features a robust maximum payload capacity of 400 lbs when its legs are fully extended and 500 lbs when the legs are retracted, ensuring stability and reliability for a wide range of equipment.
• The adjustable height range of the Helium 400 spans from 24 inches to 39 inches, allowing for convenient eyepiece placement.
• Despite its sturdy framework, the tripod is lightweight at just 30 lbs, making it easy to transport from location to location.
• The top plate of the tripod offers 360-degree rotation, simplifying azimuth polar alignment.
• This configuration of the Software Bisque Helium 400 Tripod is specifically designed to be compatible with the Paramount MX and MX+ models, with an alternate version available for the ME and ME II using a different adapter plate.
• The Helium 400 is made from durable 6061 aluminum with a red anodized exterior on the legs and black on the plate and feet, giving it an attractive appearance.
• The tripod accommodates both coarse leveling adjustments to compensate for sloping surfaces and fine leveling adjustments to achieve precise alignment, aided by a built-in bubble level.
• The tripod includes an accessory tray to keep eyepieces and other accessories close at hand.

The Software Bisque Helium 400 Tripod features a robust maximum payload capacity of 400 lbs when its legs are fully extended, and 500 lbs when the legs are retracted. This range of flexibility ensures stability and reliability for a wide range of equipment depending on the user's needs and preference.

The adjustable height range of the Helium 400 allows for convenient eyepiece placement, with a height adjustment capability spanning from 24 in to 39 in. Despite its sturdy framework, the tripod itself is lightweight at just 30 lbs, making it easy to transport from location to location. The top plate offers 360-degree rotation, making azimuth polar alignment a walk in the park.

This configuration of the Software Bisque Helium 400 Tripod is specifically designed to be compatible with the Paramount MX and MX+. There is also a version compatible with ME and ME II with a different adapter plate.

The Helium 400 is composed of durable 6061 aluminum with a red anodized exterior on the legs and black on the plate and feet. This gives it an attractive appearance. Coupled with this rigid design, the tripod can accomodate coarse leveling adjustments to compensate for sloping surfaces and fine level adjusments to achive precise leveling. The bubble level can aid the user to ensure precise level is achieved.

To keep eyepieces and other accessories close at hand, the tripod comes with an accessory tray.