Mount Payload Calculator
Check if your telescope and accessories are within your mount's payload capacity for visual or imaging use.
Inputs
Results
Total Payload
25 lbs
Adequate (0=No, 1=Yes)
1
Capacity Used63%
Imaging Headroom1 lbs
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter Scope Weight (lbs), Accessory Weight (lbs), and Mount Capacity (lbs).
- Set Imaging Mode.
- Review Total Payload (lbs) and Adequate (0=No, 1=Yes).
- Use Capacity Used (%) and Imaging Headroom (lbs) to inform your decision.
- Use the chart to visualize the results and explore different scenarios by adjusting inputs.
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