<p>A high end photographic tripod would probably work but it will be difficult to make small tracking adjustments. So a proper astronomical mount would be much better.</p>

<p>An EQ2 mount would just about manage a scope of that size however an EQ3-2 would be a lot more stable and have the advantage that you can either get a goto version initially or upgrade at a later date.</p>

<p>If you are on a tighter budget and/or don't want an equatorial mount then something like a Celestron Heavy Duty Alt/Az Tripod or Skywatcher AZ3 Alt Az Mount would be suitable.</p>

<p>All of the mounts mentioned are available from numerous online retailers but shop around as prices can vary.  </p>

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2016-05-13T23:25:03.707Z
There are a lot of Celestron go-to AZ mounts on eBay presently, but I am not sure how or if those could be mated to this optical tube.
0xF2
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2016-05-15T20:46:40.467Z
0xF2 - what mounting hardware does it have - in particular do you have the rings that go round the tube, which are needed to attach the scope to most types of mount.
Dr Chuck
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2016-05-21T20:33:42.813Z
@DrChuck: thankfully it did come with the rings that grip the tube, and a mounting plate joining the two that has screw holes.
0xF2
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James Screech
<p>If you search for "vixen/synta mounts" you should find lots of compatible mounts and tripods.  There is a huge range of prices and level of features. Check out what the specifications say about their load capacity, relative to the weight of your scope.</p>

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Dr Chuck
<p>I have received a new Celestron Powerseeker 127 (a 5' short Newtonian), however it came without a tripod mount. </p>

<p>Ideas or suggestions on how to procure the right mount our a suitable alternative would be most welcome.</p>

<p>I am looking for sourcing tips rather than advice on how to choose a tripod.</p>

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2016-05-12T14:37:18.460Z
Did you buy it yourself from a dealer, was it given as a gift, etc? (For a new scope I would always recommend getting the right part from the dealer, as you wouldn't want to invalidate a warranty by fitting an equivalent part.)
Andy
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2016-05-12T23:30:31.253Z
Possible duplicate of [What should I look for in an astronomy tripod?](http://astronomy.stackexchange.com/questions/7917/what-should-i-look-for-in-an-astronomy-tripod)
Sir Cumference
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2016-05-13T04:24:14.543Z
@sir Not really asking for technical advice on how to choose a good tripod as much as wondering where do I find the part? :)
0xF2
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@andy it was a gift... no seller to go back to.
0xF2
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2016-05-13T07:41:26.497Z
If you've been given the tube (the optical tube assembly) and need a tripod or mount, you could always search for the current Celestron catalog and see if it's possible to buy the bits you need. Otherwise, I'd suggest Amateur Telescope Making (ATM) - build a simple but solid Dobsonian mount out of wood... (lots of design ideas online.) (Also - the answer James has just posted mentions a few of the common mounts well known to the astronomical community which you could search for.)
Andy
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Tripod mount missing!
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# Tripod mount missing!

(Asked by: username_0 on 2016-05-12)

I have received a new Celestron Powerseeker 127 (a 5' short Newtonian), however it came without a tripod mount.

Ideas or suggestions on how to procure the right mount our a suitable alternative would be most welcome.

I am looking for sourcing tips rather than advice on how to choose a tripod.

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> **Comments:**
> **username_1**: Did you buy it yourself from a dealer, was it given as a gift, etc? (For a new scope I would always recommend getting the right part from the dealer, as you wouldn't want to invalidate a warranty by fitting an equivalent part.)  
> **username_2**: Possible duplicate of [What should I look for in an astronomy tripod?](http://astronomy.stackexchange.com/questions/7917/what-should-i-look-for-in-an-astronomy-tripod)  
> **username_0**: @sir Not really asking for technical advice on how to choose a good tripod as much as wondering where do I find the part? :)  
> **username_0**: @username_1 it was a gift... no seller to go back to.  
> **username_1**: If you've been given the tube (the optical tube assembly) and need a tripod or mount, you could always search for the current Celestron catalog and see if it's possible to buy the bits you need. Otherwise, I'd suggest Amateur Telescope Making (ATM) - build a simple but solid Dobsonian mount out of wood... (lots of design ideas online.) (Also - the answer username_3 has just posted mentions a few of the common mounts well known to the astronomical community which you could search for.)  

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## 2 answers

### Answer by username_3 on 2016-05-13. Score: 3 | Accepted answer

A high end photographic tripod would probably work but it will be difficult to make small tracking adjustments. So a proper astronomical mount would be much better.

An EQ2 mount would just about manage a scope of that size however an EQ3-2 would be a lot more stable and have the advantage that you can either get a goto version initially or upgrade at a later date.

If you are on a tighter budget and/or don't want an equatorial mount then something like a Celestron Heavy Duty Alt/Az Tripod or Skywatcher AZ3 Alt Az Mount would be suitable.

All of the mounts mentioned are available from numerous online retailers but shop around as prices can vary.

> **Comments:**
> **username_0**: There are a lot of Celestron go-to AZ mounts on eBay presently, but I am not sure how or if those could be mated to this optical tube.  
> **username_4**: username_0 - what mounting hardware does it have - in particular do you have the rings that go round the tube, which are needed to attach the scope to most types of mount.  
> **username_0**: @username_4: thankfully it did come with the rings that grip the tube, and a mounting plate joining the two that has screw holes.  

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### Answer by username_4 on 2016-05-21. Score: 1

If you search for "vixen/synta mounts" you should find lots of compatible mounts and tripods. There is a huge range of prices and level of features. Check out what the specifications say about their load capacity, relative to the weight of your scope.


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