iOptron Pier Top Plate For AZ Pro Mount and Mini Tower

iOptron Pier Top Plate for AZ Mount Pro and MiniTower Mounts (#8032TP-AZ)

Custom pier? No problem. Mount your AZ or MiniTower the right way.

Building your own pier or retrofitting an existing one for your iOptron AZ Mount Pro or MiniTower series mount? The iOptron 6" Pier Top Plate (#8032TP-AZ) gives you a secure, precision-machined mounting surface designed specifically for these alt-azimuth iOptron heads. It’s perfect for permanent observatories, deck-mounted setups, or adapting a third-party tripod or column to match iOptron’s unique bolt pattern.

Key Features:

• Compatible with AZ Mount Pro and MiniTower Series:
  Supports the following iOptron mounts:

  • AZ Mount Pro

  • MiniTower

  • MiniTower II

  • MiniTower Pro
    (All versions using a center T-bolt connection.)

• 6" (150mm) Diameter Aluminum Flange:
  Wide enough for excellent support while keeping weight low. Pre-drilled to match iOptron’s base pattern for simple, drop-in installation.

• Ideal for DIY Piers or Pier Modifications:
  Adapt your custom concrete pier, steel column, or retrofitted tripod with a clean, flush mount-to-pier interface.

• Precision CNC-Machined Aluminum Construction:
  Durable, weather-resistant black anodized finish resists corrosion, ideal for indoor and outdoor setups.

• Note on Low Latitude Operation:
  The compact base size of these mounts may restrict tilt range in low-latitude installations, depending on the geometry of your pier or column.

Technical Specifications:

Observing Tip:

Using a factory-machined top plate like the 8032TP-AZ ensures your mount is properly aligned and securely fastened—especially critical in permanent or semi-permanent setups. It also avoids the guesswork and potential stability issues of DIY bolt patterns.