VIXEN AP-A80Mf-SM Telescope with mount Tripod and Motor

Perfect AP telescope set with excellent cost performance

Among a variety of AP telescope packages, AP-A80Mf refractor telescope package offers a best cost performance as an entry model. This package is available with a motor for tracking.

AP-SM equatorial mount

Thanks to its friction control system, the mount can be quickly and smoothly moved to your target object. Once the object is positioned and secured using the friction controls, the built-in motor drive automatically begins tracking it. By simply attaching an optional polar meter, you can easily align the mount's polar axis for accurate tracking.

R.A. Motor module and STAR BOOK ONE set

The AP-SM equatorial mount comes equipped with the RA motor module and the STAR BOOK ONE set, which includes the main tracking motor for the AP mount and the STAR BOOK ONE controller. This set forms the core of the AP system. You can build your own customized setup by adding additional modules to the RA motor module and STAR BOOK ONE set.

Stylish design

The new stylish and compact design breaks away from the traditional bulky image of astronomical telescopes. With a lightweight body of just 3.6 kg (excluding the counterweight), it’s easy to handle even for full-scale astronomical setups. The power supply—four AA batteries—is integrated into the mount, and the use of internal electrical contacts eliminates the need for external wiring that was previously exposed.

Friction control system

Simply point the target objects by moving the optical tube by hands. The friction control system allows you to manually point the telescope at the object without using knobs and clamps.

Simple polar alignment

The optional polar meter can be attached to the equatorial mount to allow for quick and easy polar alignment—even beginners can align the polar axis with minimal effort. While a polar axis scope is typically used for high-precision alignment, the polar meter is especially effective in locations where Polaris is not visible.

Polar alignment scope PF-L

The PF-L polar alignment scope features a three-star alignment system and a built-in dark field illuminator, allowing users to perform polar alignment while looking directly through the scope. The illumination automatically powers off to conserve battery life.

To support the PF-L scope, we offer a free app called "PFL Assist" for smartphones and tablets. This app helps with polar alignment by visually displaying the correct position of stars within the constellation, making the process easier and more intuitive.

Power supply system focusing on mobility and comfort

The motor module operates on four standard AA batteries, which are widely available. It supports both alkaline batteries and cost-effective rechargeable types such as Ni-MH and Ni-Cd. For extended use, you can also power the module using a standard USB external power source—such as a USB mobile battery or USB AC adapter—via the included USB Micro-B port.

A80Mf optical tube

High quality at low price f-series 80mm aperture achromatic refractor with multi-coated is ideal for star gazing of moon crater, Saturn's ring, stripes and moons of Jupiter.

APP-TL130 tripod

The compact APP-TL130 tripod is adjustable from 60 cm to 130 cm, combining the portability of a photographic tripod with the strength of an astronomical telescope tripod. The tips of the tripod legs can be switched between rubber and metal spikes, allowing for stable setup on various surfaces without damaging indoor flooring.

Optical tube

Drawtube

Tripod

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