ZWO FF131 APO with AM7 Bundle + FREE TC40 and PE200 (FF131+AM7)

ZWO FF131 APO with AM7 Bundle Get a FREE TC40 and PE200 FF131 APO Refractor The ZWO FF131 APO Refractor achieves focus within a back focus range of 42–73 mm. This distance is measured from the M54–M48 interface shoulder. Main Features Flexible Connectivity for Multiple Configurations Uniqueness Four-Element Optical Design This telescope features a four-element, fully air-spaced design. These elements deliver a flat imaging field without a flattener. One ED glass element effectively reduces chromatic aberration. This ensures superior color correction and high image clarity for astrophotographers. 44 mm Image Circle — Full-Frame Support With a 44 mm image circle, this telescope fully supports full-frame sensors. It accommodates a wide range of advanced imaging setups. It produces sharp star fields with excellent edge performance. Enjoy consistent quality across the entire frame without vignetting. Native Flat-Field Design The native flat-field design eliminates the need for an external flattener. This simplifies your optical train for better results. Forget complex back focus calculations. Attach your imaging setup and start capturing once focal point is achieved. Convenient Refractor Design Coarse & fine focus adjustment The rigid 3-inch rack-and-pinion focuser provides precise control. It uses a 1:10 dual-speed mechanism for perfect sharpness. A built-in 360° rotator at the rear allows for smooth camera rotation. This makes framing your celestial targets easy and accurate. 5. Retractable Dew Shield The telescope features a retractable dew shield. This reduces its length for safer and easier portability during travel. Precision CNC machining and a high-quality finish ensure durability. Internal coatings minimize stray light to enhance image contrast. 6. Quick-Release Mounting Rings The mounting rings are fully detachable. This allows for rapid setup or teardown of the telescope while in the field. Photography Extension Tube The FF131 APO integrates seamlessly with modern cameras. It includes a four-section extension tube with a 2-inch filter thread. Rear adapters in M48 and M54 formats are included. This provides flexibility for connecting various astrophotography accessories out of the box. Performance Optical Layout Star Field Map AM7 Harmonic Mount The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Equatorial Telescope Mount represents the next evolution in portable astrophotography mounts. Designed for serious imagers who demand performance without bulk, the ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount combines high payload capacity, precision tracking, and intelligent cable management in a lightweight, travel-friendly design. Whether you are building a permanent backyard observatory or a mobile deep-sky imaging setup, this mount is engineered to grow with your ambitions. High Capacity, Two Ways The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount delivers exceptional load performance thanks to its custom harmonic drive system. It supports up to 20 kg (44 lbs) without a counterweight, making it ideal for streamlined setups. When additional stability is required, it can carry up to 30 kg (66 lbs) with a counterweight, offering flexibility for larger optical tubes and advanced imaging trains. This dual-capacity design makes the mount suitable for refractors, medium-sized reflectors, and even heavier astrographs. Precision You Can Verify Accuracy is the foundation of long-exposure astrophotography. The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount features a carefully engineered harmonic drive with periodic error controlled within ±10 arcseconds. Each mount includes its own measured periodic error test report, giving you confidence in real-world tracking performance. This level of precision supports detailed deep-sky imaging, long integrations, and guided or unguided sessions with excellent consistency. Clean Setup, Minimal Cable Clutter Cable management can make or break an imaging session. The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount simplifies your setup with integrated USB-C and DC power ports built directly into the dovetail saddle. This smart design reduces external wiring, keeps cables organized, and minimizes the risk of snags during slews. A cleaner setup means faster deployment and fewer nighttime frustrations. Two Modes, One Mount Versatility is built into the core of the ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount. It operates in: Equatorial Mode (EQ) for accurate tracking and astrophotography Alt-Azimuth Mode (Alt-Az) for visual observing and outreach With an altitude adjustment range from 0° to 90°, the mount can be used at virtually any latitude worldwide. Whether imaging from Canada, the United States, or further south, it adapts easily to your location. Control the Way You Prefer Modern connectivity ensures seamless integration into your imaging workflow. The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount supports: Bluetooth control Wi-Fi connectivity Included hand controller Full compatibility with ASIAIR This flexibility allows you to control your mount from a mobile device, tablet, or dedicated astrophotography controller, streamlining polar alignment, plate solving, and automated imaging sequences. Built for Cold Nights Astrophotography doesn’t stop when temperatures drop. The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount is rated to operate down to –20°C, ensuring dependable performance during winter imaging sessions. Combined with ZWO’s in-house control system, the mount delivers stable and reliable operation even under demanding environmental conditions. Portable by Design Despite its impressive capacity, the ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount weighs approximately 6.5 kg (14.3 lbs). The compact harmonic drive system eliminates the need for bulky counterweight shafts in lighter setups, making transport and field deployment remarkably convenient. For traveling astrophotographers, this balance of strength and portability is a major advantage. Backed by a Global Community ZWO mounts (AM3 & AM5 telescope mount) are widely adopted by astrophotographers worldwide. The ZWO AM7 Harmonic Mount benefits from a strong user community, ongoing firmware development, and reliable manufacturer support. Whether you are upgrading from a traditional equatorial mount or entering the harmonic drive category for the first time, you’ll join an ecosystem built around innovation and practical imaging performance. AM7, More Capacity. More Precision. The AM7 is ZWO's highest-capacity harmonic drive telescope mount. It is built with heavier imaging rigs in mind, such as telescopes with long focal lengths, where tracking accuracy matters most. Load Capacity The AM7 supports up to 20 kg without counterweights, and up to 30 kg with counterweights installed. That gives you room to run a serious setup now and still scale up later. Tracking and GoTo The goal is simple. Solid tracking and reliable GoTo under real payload, so you spend less time managing limits and more time imaging and exploring the night sky. A Mount for the Long Haul The AM7 handles both small and heavy setups, so you can grow into bigger telescopes without outgrowing your mount. *Weights are manually measured and may vary slightly. Professional Grade Precision With a Custom Harmonic Drive Mount Built out of years of ZWO development and tuned for astrophotography, the AM7's custom harmonic drive is designed for smooth, stable tracking with strong torque and consistent performance. Every AM7 is individually tested before it ships. You get a unique periodic error curve report for your mount, so you can see the measured tracking performance of the exact unit you own. Key specs and testing Custom harmonic drive system Total harmonic gear reduction ratio 300 to 1 Individual periodic error test report included Periodic error controlled within plus or minus 10 arcseconds for dependable high precision tracking. (That's the thickness of a human hair viewed from about 20 meters away). Clean Cables. Less Mess. Fast Setup. A lot of telescope setups end up as a tangle of wires and extra adapters. The AM7 is built to keep things cleaner and simpler. With built in USB-C and power ports on the mount, you can run power and data where you need it without cables hanging everywhere. Even if you have a custom rig with a camera, focuser, guide gear, and other accessories, the AM7 helps reduce clutter so you can set up faster and spend more time imaging the night sky. Cable Management Made Simple Integrated USB C and DC Power Ports At only 6.75 kg, the AM7 is designed to be easy to carry and quick to set up. The built in dovetail plate includes a USB C port and DC power outlets, so you can route power and data through the mount instead of running a mess of cables around it. The result is cleaner cable routing and far less of the usual cable spider web. For mount adjustments when needed, the AM7 also includes a magnetic hex wrench that stores directly on the mount body, so it stays close at hand and does not get lost in the dark. Dual Mode Operation One Mount for Viewing and Imaging The AM7 supports two modes so you can use the same mount for casual observing or serious imaging. Switching modes is done with a quick hardware change to the mount's position, then you select the mode on the hand controller. Equatorial Mode Best for accurate sky tracking for imaging and longer sessions. Alt Azimuth Mode Best for visual observing with quick setup and simple pointing. Mode Indicator Lights Red means Equatorial Mode Green means Alt Azimuth Mode AM7 supports a full 0 to 90 degree altitude adjustment range, so it can be aligned and used almost anywhere on Earth, from the equator to the poles. That makes it a practical choice for travel or a permanent setup, no matter where you observe. How the two stage adjustment works Stage one adjustment range Use the altitude adjustment knob for 0 to 60 degrees. Stage two adjustment range Move the hex screw to the second position to enable 30 to 90 degrees. User-friendly Design Portable Control, Refined Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity AM7 gives you two simple ways to connect, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, so control is always straightforward. Bluetooth makes quick sessions easier. Open your phone, connect directly, and control the mount without a hand controller. No need to switch your device over to the mount’s Wi Fi network just to get running. What is new in the latest version Bluetooth control You can turn Bluetooth on or off by holding the BT button for 10 seconds. The setting is saved, even after power off. A cleaner indicator light A new light guide column softens the LEDs, so the status lights are easier on your eyes at night and won't interfere with your camera's either. AM7 Smart Hand Controller More Than a Controller AM7 includes a joystick style hand controller designed for comfortable, and intuitive control. It is also a built in connection hub for the mount. With its integrated Wi-Fi hotspot, you can control the mount wirelessly, manage settings through a simple web interface, and perform firmware updates for both the hand controller and the mount. This is the main path for keeping the system current. Bluetooth When You Want It Off When You Need It Bluetooth control is a convenient option for direct smartphone control in the field. But some environments need tighter wireless control, like remote observatories or permanent installations where interference or policy requirements matter. For those cases, AM7 lets you easily disable Bluetooth when needed, then enable it again when it makes sense. Hollow-knob ergonomic design The dovetail plate tension knob and azimuth fine-tuning knob feature a hollow structure. When manual rotation is limited, you can insert a hex wrench to gain extra leverage, making adjustments easier and more reliable with less effort. Smart Control, Easy Operation Sky Atlas Mobile App for iOS and Android The AM7 can be controlled wirelessly using the Sky Atlas app on iOS and Android. You get a live star map, simple object search, and quick tools like Tonight’s Best, target GoTo, and precise pointing to the objects you want to observe or image. Works Smoothly With ASIAIR in Station Mode AM7 also supports station mode, which makes it easy to integrate with a controller like ASIAIR. With the hand controller providing Wi-Fi, ASIAIR can connect to the mount over the network, so you can run a clean setup without a direct control cable between the AIR and the mount. Seamless Integration With ASIAIR ASIAIR can connect to and control the AM7 using either wireless or wired connections, so it fits cleanly into a wide range of setups. Because AM7 and ASIAIR are part of the same ecosystem, it takes the guesswork out of driver support and compatibility. You are not stitching together software from different vendors and hoping everything plays nicely. And as ASIAIR software continues to evolve with new features, you can count on AM7 support to keep pace, with new mount capabilities integrated directly within the same system. Technical Specifications FF131 APO Refractor AM5N Mount Parameter Specification Mount type Harmonic Drive Mount Mount mode Equatorial/Alt-Azimuth Drive Strain Wave Gear + synchronous belt (300:1 reduction ratio) Periodic error < ±10" PE duration 288s* Drive (RA) Stepper motor + synchronous belt + 17 type 100 reduction ratio strain wave gear + brake Drive (DEC) Stepper motor + synchronous belt + 17 type 100 reduction ratio strain wave gear Payload 15kg (without counterweight) / 20kg (with counterweight) @25cm Mount weight 5.5kg Latitude adjustment range 0° - 90° Azimuth adjustment range ±6° Dovetail saddle Losmandy & Vixen Interface thread for counterweight bar M12 × 1.75 coarse teeth Resolution 0.17" Max slew speed 6°/S Slew speed 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 20x, 60x, 720x, 1440x Power port DC5.5 - 2.1 (12V - 3A) Power consumption Standby: 12V/0.5A, Tracking: 12V/0.7A, GOTO: 12V/1.2A Auto Guide port ST4 Communication USB/Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Zero position Mechanical Operating -20°C - 40°C Power-off brake RA axis Cable Management Support In the Box Refractor FF131APO Telescope Photography Extension Tube User Manual Inspection Sheet Warranty Card Mount Carrying Case AM5N Mount 2m USB2.0 cable (Type-B to Type-A) 1-meter USB 2.0 Cable (Type-C to Type-A) Performance Sheet (Periodic error test report) Quick Start Guide Hand Controller M6 Allen key Tripod TC40 (Free) Pier PE200 (Free) Manuals & Warranty ZWO 2-Years Warranty