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TC40 Carbon Fiber Tripod
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The ZWO TC40 carbon fiber tripod provides a lightweight, compact and stable support for portable astronomy and astrophotography. It weighs 2.3 kg, folds down to 47 cm and extends to a maximum height of 80 cm. It is compatible with ZWO AM3, AM5 and AM7 mounts.
The ZWO TC40 carbon fiber tripod is designed to provide a stable support while keeping weight and overall size to a minimum. It is particularly well suited to astronomers and astrophotographers who regularly transport their equipment and need a tripod that is easy to carry and set up in the field.
Its carbon fiber construction keeps the total weight to only 2.3 kg while providing the rigidity required to support an astronomical mount. This is particularly valuable for portable imaging systems, where the telescope, mount, accessories and power equipment all need to be transported to the observing site.
The telescopic legs allow the tripod height to be adjusted according to the observing or imaging setup. Maximum height is 80 cm, while the TC40 measures only 47 cm when folded. These compact dimensions make storage and transportation considerably easier.
The ZWO TC40 tripod is particularly suitable for the company's harmonic mounts. It can be used with the ZWO AM3, AM5 and AM7, providing a portable support solution across several mount capacities within the ZWO ecosystem.
The mount is secured using the appropriate ZWO mounting system for the compatible mount. A central rod contributes to locking the assembly and maintaining the tripod leg spreader system in its operating position.
The TC40 also includes a central weight sling. Additional ballast can be placed underneath the center of the tripod to lower the center of gravity and improve overall stability when required by the equipment configuration or observing conditions. ZWO indicates that a portable battery or other available weights can be used for this purpose.
This feature is particularly useful when harmonic mounts are operated without a counterweight. As the telescope changes position, the center of gravity of the system can shift. Adding weight underneath the center of the tripod can therefore improve stability without permanently increasing the weight of the equipment that must be transported.
By combining carbon fiber construction, telescopic legs and compact folded dimensions, the ZWO TC40 tripod provides a practical support solution for portable astrophotography and astronomy systems that are regularly assembled and dismantled.
Technical specifications
• Manufacturer: ZWO
• Model: TC40
• Type: Astronomy tripod
• Main material: Carbon fiber
• Construction: Telescopic
• Weight: 2.3 kg
• Maximum height: 80 cm
• Folded length: 47 cm
• Compatibility: ZWO AM3
• Compatibility: ZWO AM5
• Compatibility: ZWO AM7
• Application: Astronomy
• Application: Astrophotography
• Recommended use: Portable and mobile setups
• Tripod leg spreader system: Yes
• Central locking system: Yes
• Central weight sling: Included
• Weight sling function: Allows additional ballast to improve stability
• Mounting system: Designed for compatible ZWO mounts
ZWO TC40 Carbon
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The ZWO TC40 carbon fiber tripod provides a lightweight, compact and stable support for portable astronomy and astrophotography. It weighs 2.3 kg, folds down to 47 cm and extends to a maximum height of 80 cm. It is compatible with ZWO AM3, AM5 and AM7 mounts.