Appendix A: Preparing the Paramount ME Pier
Paramount ME Adapter Plate Specifications
The Paramount ME Wedge to Pier Adapter Plate is mounted between an existing pier or
tripod and the Paramount ME’s base plate.
Figure 61: Heavy-duty Wedge to Pier Adaptor (unanodized).
Heavy-Duty Wedge to Pier Adaptor Plate
The heavy-duty base plate (see XFigure 61X) is solid aluminum and weighs approximately 6.5
kg (14 lbs.) The heavy-duty version is recommended for permanent installations. The
Paramount ME attaches using the four black knobs near the corners (9.4-inch spacing).
Figure 62: Bottom view of the unanodized lightweight Base Plate
Lightweight Wedge to Pier Adaptor Plate
The lightweight Base Plate (see XFigure 62X) is made of aluminum and has been lightened to
approximately 2.7 kg (6 lbs.). All dimensions of the lightweight version are identical to the
heavy-duty version. The lightweight version is recommended for portable use on a field
tripod.
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