What is the purpose of the Baader Steeldrive II Controller Holder?
The Baader Steeldrive II Controller Holder is designed to securely attach your Steeldrive II hand controller directly to your telescope's 3" dovetail bar. Its primary purpose is to improve cable management, prevent the controller from dangling or snagging, and keep your imaging setup clean and organized.
How does the Steeldrive II Controller Holder attach to a telescope?
This holder is specifically designed to mount onto a 3-inch Losmandy-style dovetail bar. It attaches directly to the bar, providing a stable platform for the Steeldrive II controller, which then clips into the holder.
Will this Baader controller holder fit on a Vixen-style (1.75") dovetail bar?
No, this holder is specifically engineered for the wider 3" Losmandy-D standard dovetail. It will not fit on the narrower Vixen-style (or V-style) dovetail bars.
Why use this holder for the Steeldrive II instead of just Velcro?
While Velcro is a common alternative, a dedicated holder provides a much more secure and rigid connection. It prevents the controller from shifting, peeling off in cold or damp weather, and ensures a professional, repeatable setup every time you observe.
I have a Celestron C11 on a CGX mount with a 3" dovetail. Is this the right holder for my Steeldrive II?
Yes, absolutely. Since your telescope uses a standard 3" Losmandy-style dovetail bar, this Baader Steeldrive II Controller Holder is the correct accessory to mount your controller cleanly onto your optical tube assembly.
Does the Baader Steeldrive II Controller Holder include mounting screws?
The included contents are not specified. Typically, accessories like this are designed to use existing threaded holes on a dovetail bar, and you may need to provide standard screws (such as M6 or 1/4"-20, depending on your dovetail) if your bar does not already have them in a suitable position.
