{"product_id":"touptek-t-forty-treppiede-in-carbonio","title":"ToupTek T-Forty Carbon Fiber Tripod","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCarbon fiber tripod for harmonic and equatorial mounts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eToupTek T-Forty\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003ecarbon fiber\u003c\/strong\u003e tripod built for field astrophotography: easy to carry, yet rigid enough to hold today's compact harmonic mounts steadily. It weighs \u003cstrong\u003e1.89 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e (2.38 kg with accessories), measures \u003cstrong\u003e515 mm folded\u003c\/strong\u003e and has a \u003cstrong\u003esafe working load of 50 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e. Height adjusts from \u003cstrong\u003e460 to 780 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12-layer carbon fiber legs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two-section legs are \u003cstrong\u003e39 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (upper section) and \u003cstrong\u003e34 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e (lower section) in diameter, made from reinforced \u003cstrong\u003e12-layer\u003c\/strong\u003e carbon fiber tubes with 1.2 mm walls. The result is a structure that flexes very little, damps vibration and stays easy to carry, even in travel luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCNC aluminum construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main frame, leg joints and mounting plate are made of \u003cstrong\u003eCNC-machined aluminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a partial internal cavity that saves weight without compromising strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick-release plate and dual-purpose center bolt\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick-release plate\u003c\/strong\u003e with M6 holes, locking set screws, a 3\/8\" center thread and a positioning groove, to mount your mount in seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRetractable dual-purpose center bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e for 3\/8\" or M6 fixing, so it fits different mount systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReinforced triangular center brace\u003c\/strong\u003e that stiffens the whole assembly and prevents accidental leg collapse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClearly visible lock\/unlock indicators\u003c\/strong\u003e, handy for adjusting the legs in the dark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaceable stainless steel spikes\u003c\/strong\u003e for grip on grass, soil, gravel, concrete and asphalt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCounterweight stone bag\u003c\/strong\u003e to hang beneath the tripod for extra stability in wind and to hold small accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatible mounts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe T-Forty supports three M6 screws, the 3\/8\" center bolt and, for some iOptron models, direct M6 fixing to the frame. 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With heavy payloads, avoid fully extending all leg sections to keep rigidity; on uneven ground, use the stainless steel spikes. Before loading your gear, recheck all leg locks and confirm the center brace is installed correctly; stop using the tripod if you find cracks or impact marks on the carbon tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhich mounts can I use the T-Forty with?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarmonic and equatorial mounts from ZWO (AM3, AM5, AM5N, AM7), Sky-Watcher (Wave 100i, Wave 150i, AZ-GTi, SA-GTi), iOptron, WarpAstron, Proxisky, RainbowAstro, AstroFrog, ClearSky and MLAstro, via M6 screws or the 3\/8\" center bolt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much load can it carry?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe safe working load is 50 kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow much does it weigh and how long is it folded?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt weighs 1.89 kg without accessories (2.38 kg with accessories) and is 515 mm folded, so it fits easily in a suitcase or travel luggage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I improve stability in wind?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHang the included counterweight stone bag beneath the tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ToupTek Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58853468701003,"sku":"TPT-FORTY","price":329.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0886\/1981\/1147\/files\/touptek-t-forty-treppiede-carbonio.png?v=1792076323","url":"https:\/\/adriasky.it\/en\/products\/touptek-t-forty-carbon-fiber-tripod","provider":"Adriasky","version":"1.0","type":"link"}