This is an aluminum Extension Pier that adds 7.5" of height to the iOptron SkyHunter mount. Featuring 3/8"-16 threaded holes on both the top and bottom flanges, it can be attached to the iOptron 3221 tripod, or to any similar tripod with matching 3/8"-16 mounting screws.

7.5" Height    3/8"-16 Threaded Holes on Top and Bottom    For iOptron 3221 & Other 3/8"-16 Tripods

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you use a power source other than AA batteries?

A: When using the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi Mount Kit the user will be able to also use the Celestron PowerTank Lithium LT Power Pack,(BH #CEPTLLTPP), instead of the AA batteries..

Q: 2. Are there butterfly or thumb screws matching the extension tube, to enable quick setup & removal?

A: No there are none.

Q: 3. Will the pier extension fit into an HEQ5 mount? Or just the Az-EQ5?

A: The MFR needs to be contacted for this answer.

Q: 4. How does it differentiate between alt-az tracking and equatorial tracking modes? Is there a switch? Are red knobs for manual

A: This base is needed to use the Skyhunter in EQ mode: https://bhpho.to/47Nf3nA . The modes will be displayed on your smart phone or the optional hand controller.

Q: 5. Can any cable for Nikon cameras (such as 10 pin, MC DC1/2) be used with the GTi or should only the Sky Watcher version be used?

A: The Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi Mount Kit can be used with this Vello Nikon 10 pin cable: https://bhpho.to/3eFlHmI

Q: 6. Are there butterfly or thumb screws to enable quick setup and removal?

A: Sorry there are none.

Q: 7. What’s the full package size and weight? Need to know to ask a friend to bring it to me.

A: The box is 44 x 12.88 x 12.5 inches and weighs 26 pounds.

Q: 8. What kind of plate do is needed to mount a DSLR to this mount? And where can one be obtained? What is the part name and number?

A: The Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi Mount Kit (with Tripod and Pier Extension) can work with either plate; Losmandy V-Series Dovetail Plate (4"), B&H # LOVUP4 MFR # VUP4, https://bhpho.to/4ahw3CZ Or iOptron 7" Vixen Style Universal Dovetail Plate, BH #IO8422178, https://bhpho.to/4cjBtzp And you should get this as well, Oben 1/4"-20 Screw with D-Ring for QR Plates (https://bhpho.to/49TJFoi).

Q: 9. Would I be able to operate the mount, with my smartphone, from a location where there is no cell service?

A: Yes. The Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi Mount Kit (with Tripod and Pier Extension) can be used with your smartphne even if there is no cell service available.

Q: 10. Is there a procedure for aligning during daylight hours? I am interested in using this for solar observations.

A: There are no provisions in aiming the iOptron SkyHunter Portable AZ GoTo Mount BH #IO3700AZ • MFR #3700AZ during daylight hours.