Meade 2080 German Equatorial Mount | Similar to Mizar RV85 (Pre-Owned)
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Pre-owned Meade 2080 German Equatorial Mount
A robust, vintage piece of equipment produced in the mid-1980s. It was a rebadged Mizar RV85, imported from Japan specifically to offer a high-quality equatorial alternative to the more common fork mounts of that era.
In great condition! Motor and electronics seem to be fully functional, though tracking has not been tested on any objects.
Physical Design & Build
- Mount Head: Features a distinctive "square-looking" trapezoidal cast-metal body. It is built with high-quality metal components throughout, making it a very solid and durable platform.
- Tripod: It is mounted on the original heavy-duty wooden tripod, which was prized for its ability to dampen vibrations better than many modern aluminum tripods.
- Payload Capacity: It falls into the "CG-5 category," meaning it is rated to comfortably hold approximately 15-20 lbs, making it perfectly suited for an 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain tube.
Mechanical Features
- Manual Controls: Includes manual slow-motion control knobs and short, adequate clutch levers for fine-tuning the telescope's position on both axes.
- Counterweight System: Uses a standard threaded shaft with a counterweight to balance the weight of the optical tube.
- Polar Alignment: The mount includes a dedicated port for an optional polar alignment scope
Drive & Tracking System
- Motor Type: Powered by a high-precision AC synchronous motor housed inside the base.
- Tracking Rate: Operates at a fixed sidereal rate, automatically counteracting the Earth's rotation the moment it is plugged into a wall outlet.
- Power: Uses a standard 120V AC connection (typically the two-pin PH-163 cord) and does not require an external hand controller for basic tracking