The deck observatory floor is too narrow with elevational step levels to accommodate Celestron's tripod for the Nexstar 6 SE telescope.
The solution is found with an IKEA item of the proper diameter, thickness, shape and stability.
Deck 2 has a 16-inch width floor with a railing 49.5" high. The telescope is 16" from the base bottom to the top of the tube when pointed horizontal. The circular base is about 6.5" in diameter.
904.621.24 Ikea 2 is 15.4" wide and 29.2" tall.
(16+29.2=45.2", 49.5-45.2=4")
The legs will fit on the floor.
The height with telescope is 4-inches below the rail.
The bar stool is not tall enough.
Is there another solution using the tripod only? Open the window door and insert one leg of the tripod through onto the far end of the deck floor butted up against the limit, while the remaining two legs are inside the room. The height is full tripod adjustable.
This laundry shelf unit is 37" tall and 14" wide, wire mesh, 3 shelves. The telescope will set (37+16=53" to the top of horizontal tube)https://www.ikea.com/my/en/p/omar-1-shelf-section-grey-green-bamboo-s29401554/#content
This also is not tall enough. Aim for a 45" tall shelf unit (114 cm), the Ikea table is 30" high and 77 cm is 30". This is not tall enough.
Look for a shelf unit ideally from 44 to 46" tall. (112 - 117 cm)
Bookcase one may be too narrow and tip over too easily. This IKEA book unit 003.515.78
This is only 15.75-inches wide. Is wider available? The height is good at 41.75".
Package is 19.4 kg or 43 lbs. The unit will be delivered and assembled.
Max load per shelf is 30 kg (66 lbs). The telescope OTA and the GOTO mount are about 22 lbs. at one third shelf load capacity. The surface is made from natural wood veneer.
It has 2 adjustable shelves (adaptable space in between shelves). The base material is particle board, ash veneer, stain, clear acrylic lacquer. The back is fiberboard, foil. It sets on four plastic feet.
Manage the camera with the USB cable. The app SkyPortal on the iPhone 10 is not working because the compass does not work. However, the compass and app are working on an iPhone 5 smartphone. To remote the computer, use the iPhone 5 and app or a USB cable feed.
With Meade’s new LXPS 17 Rechargeable Portable Power Supply you can easily power your telescope and electronic devices in the field. 12V, with a massive 17 amp-hour capacity. Connect your equipment using the two included 12V cigarette lighter ports, two USB ports, or through the positive/negative terminals on the back. The LXPS includes a built-in circuit breaker and fused circuit to protect your valuable equipment. Includes both USA and international type AC adapter plugs so you’ll be able to recharge the LXPS anywhere you travel. The Meade LXPS also includes an adjustable super bright 30 LED spotlight and white flashlight with red filter attachment, perfect for setting up and tearing down in the dark. Additionally, the LXPS 17 includes an AM/FM radio, siren, and tethered detachable light. The LXPS can also be used for emergency situations like jump starting your car battery. With 17-amp hours, the LXPS 17 is the must-have accessory for star parties, long observing sessions and the dedicated astronomer.
