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Celestron 9.25-inch Dovetail bar - CGE

Celestron 9.25-inch Dovetail bar - CGE

by Celestron
SKU CEL-94217
CA$83.00 - CA$83.00
CA$83.00
CA$83.00 - CA$83.00
CA$83.00
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  • Attaches 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain and EdgeHD OTAs
  • Compatible with CGE and Losmandy D-style mount saddles
  • Pre-drilled for Celestron 9.25" OTA mounting holes
  • Provides a rigid, flex-free connection for imaging
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  • Celestron 9.25-inch Dovetail Bar (CGE)

    The Celestron 9.25-inch Dovetail Bar provides a robust, secure connection between your 9.25-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain or EdgeHD optical tube and any CGE or Losmandy D-style equatorial mount. This essential hardware is the foundation of a stable imaging or visual setup, backed by a Celestron 2-Year Warranty.

    CGE Mounting Standard for 9.25" Optical Tubes

    This dovetail bar is specifically designed for the mounting hole pattern on Celestron 9.25" optical tubes, ensuring a perfect fit without any modification. The CGE-style (or "D-style") plate is the larger of the two common standards, offering a wider, more stable platform that prevents flexure and vibration, which is critical for long-exposure astrophotography.

    By distributing the weight of the OTA along its full length, the 9.25-inch bar ensures the telescope is securely held in the mount's saddle. This rigidity is key to maintaining precise tracking accuracy and achieving sharp, pinpoint stars in your images.

    2-Year Factory Warranty

    Like all Celestron accessories, the 9.25-inch CGE Dovetail Bar is a well-built component designed for longevity. Celestron covers this hardware with a 2-year factory warranty, protecting against any defects in materials or workmanship.

  • What is the Celestron 9.25-inch CGE dovetail bar used for?

    This dovetail bar is used to attach a Celestron 9.25-inch optical tube assembly (OTA), such as a Schmidt-Cassegrain or EdgeHD, to an equatorial mount that uses the CGE or Losmandy D-style saddle plate. It is the physical interface that locks the telescope onto the mount.

    How do I know if I need a CGE or Vixen-style dovetail for my 9.25-inch OTA?

    The choice depends entirely on your mount's saddle. Larger mounts, like the Celestron CGEM, CGX, or CGE Pro, use the wider CGE (D-style) saddle for increased stability. Smaller mounts, like the Advanced VX, use the narrower Vixen (V-style) saddle. Check your mount's specifications to see which dovetail style it accepts; many modern mounts feature dual saddles that accept both.

    Is the Celestron 9.25-inch CGE dovetail bar compatible with non-Celestron mounts?

    Yes. The CGE dovetail format is an industry standard, often referred to as "D-style." This bar is compatible with any mount from any manufacturer that uses the Losmandy D-style saddle, including brands like Software Bisque, Astro-Physics, and others.

    How do I install the 9.25-inch CGE dovetail bar on my Schmidt-Cassegrain?

    Installation is straightforward. You will unthread the existing mounting screws from the front and rear cells of your 9.25" optical tube. Align the pre-drilled holes on the dovetail bar with the threaded holes on the OTA, and then securely fasten the bar using the original screws. Ensure the screws are tight to prevent any wobble.

    Will this 9.25-inch dovetail bar fit an 8-inch or 11-inch Celestron OTA?

    No. This bar is specifically drilled for the mounting hole spacing of a Celestron 9.25-inch optical tube. Celestron produces different CGE dovetail bars for their 8-inch and 11-inch models to match their unique mounting hole patterns.

    Is hardware included with the Celestron 9.25-inch dovetail bar?

    Typically, you will use the mounting screws that are already present on your Celestron optical tube. The dovetail bar itself is the primary component in the box and does not usually ship with additional screws.

  • Length 9.25 inches
    Compatibility Celestron 9.25" SCT/EdgeHD OTAs
    Mount Style CGE / Losmandy D-style
    Warranty 2-Year

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  • Celestron 2-Year Telescope Accessory Warranty