{"id":93076,"date":"2026-01-08T16:46:33","date_gmt":"2026-01-08T15:46:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&#038;p=93076"},"modified":"2026-03-06T11:16:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-06T10:16:06","slug":"omegon-pole-height-wedge-polar-wedge-55mm-dovetail","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/omegon-poolhoogtewig-polar-wedge-55mm-zwaluwstaart\/","title":{"rendered":"Omegon Pole Height Wedge (Polar Wedge) with 55 mm Dovetail"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Omegon Polar Height Wedge - Take more beautiful astrophotos, anywhere in the world<\/strong><br>The Omegon Polar Wedge polar height wedge gets your MiniTrack or other small mount precisely aligned. This keeps star points sharp and vibration-free, even in long exposures. Thanks to the stable aluminum construction, your camera stands securely, even on the road or on vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fast and precise alignment<\/strong><br>You adjust the pole height and azimuth smoothly. Four directions, fine-tuned and easily locked. So you eliminate one of the biggest mistakes in astrophotography: a skewed mount. Your point stars stay sharp, your photos brighter and more constant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Omegon-Polar-wedge-poolhoogtewig-met-een-zwaluwstaart-van-55-mm-9.jpg\" alt=\"Omegon pole height wedge bevel close-up of tilt mechanism and locking knob\" class=\"wp-image-93079\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Compatible and versatile<\/strong><br>The pole height wedge fits MiniTrack, Skytracker, Polarie and similar small camera mounts. The Vixen-style dovetail clamp makes attachment quick and easy. The 3\/8-inch connection fits virtually any tripod, and the load capacity of up to 5 kg keeps your equipment secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Convenient details for ease of use<\/strong><br>The built-in level helps you set the tripod exactly horizontal. The AZ setting makes it easy to correct small deviations from the Pole Star. The tilt angle of -35\u00b0 to 70\u00b0 allows photography in many locations, from home to faraway travels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Omegon-Polar-wedge-poolhoogtewig-met-een-zwaluwstaart-van-55-mm-1.jpg\" alt=\"Omegon pole height wedge compact wedge mounted on tripod head with clear scale\" class=\"wp-image-93087\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Durable and reliable<\/strong><br>The sturdy aluminum provides a stable base that will last for years. No more plastic tripod heads or inappropriate ball heads. This pole height wedge transforms your mini mount into a reliable astronomical workhorse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Getting started quickly<\/strong><br>Attach, align and photograph. It's that simple. The alignment remains stable for the entire night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What we recommend<\/strong><br>\u2713 MiniTrack, Skytracker or similar small mounts: accurate alignment<br>\u2713 Tele- or wide-angle cameras: stable and vibration-free<br>\u2713 Night photography of stars and landscapes: optimal results<br>\u2717 Large telescopic tubes: use a larger pole height wedge or tripod<br>\u2717 Tripods without 3\/8-inch connection: check compatibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Capacity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Pole adjustment (\u00b0)<\/td><td>-35 - 70<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mounting saddle<\/td><td>Vixen-Style<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Camera mounting shoe thread<\/td><td>1\/4 inch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Connection on other side<\/td><td>3\/8 inch<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suitable for<\/td><td>Tripod 3\/8\u2033, MiniTrack<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>General<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Feature<\/th><th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Weight (g)<\/td><td>500<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Type<\/td><td>Accessories mounts<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Design<\/td><td>Polar wedge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Color<\/td><td>Black<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Omegon pole height wedge comes with Vixen-style dovetail 55 mm, integrated level, laser-engraved elevation scale, 3\/8-inch tripod connector and fine adjustment for azimuth and elevation - 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