{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-handle-for-telescopes-with-3-inch-dovetail-incl-2x-3-inch-clamps","title":"Baader Planetarium Handle for Telescopes with 3\" dovetail, incl. 2x 3\" clamps","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a secure carrying point for large telescopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts directly to 3-inch Losmandy-style dovetail bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two integrated 3-inch rider clamps for flexible positioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves safety and ease when moving or mounting heavy OTAs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust all-metal construction for rigidity and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eHandle for Telescopes with 3\" dovetail, incl. 2x 3\" clamps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Handle for Telescopes with 3\" dovetail provides a secure and ergonomic carrying point for your optical tube, mounting via two integrated 3\" rider clamps directly onto any Losmandy-style dovetail rail. This simple addition dramatically improves the safety and ease of transporting your telescope from your home to your mount, reducing the risk of accidental drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eMounting and Ergonomics: A Secure Grip for 3-Inch Losmandy Rails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for the common 3-inch Losmandy D-style dovetail bar, this handle provides a confident grip on otherwise awkward or heavy optical tubes. The two included rider clamps can be positioned anywhere along the length of the dovetail, allowing you to find the perfect balance point for your specific telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBy giving you a dedicated, central lifting point, this handle makes the process of lifting a heavy OTA onto a mount significantly safer and less strenuous. While it adds a marginal amount of weight and height to your setup, the trade-off is a major gain in handling security, especially for imagers managing multiple accessories and cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does this telescope handle help when mounting a heavy OTA like a Celestron C11?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA large Schmidt-Cassegrain like a C11 is bulky and lacks a natural grip point. This handle attaches directly to its 3-inch Losmandy dovetail bar, giving you a secure, balanced point to lift from. This makes it much safer and easier to raise the telescope and align it with the mount's saddle plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this handle on a Vixen-style dovetail bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. This handle is equipped with \u003cstrong\u003e3-inch clamps designed exclusively for the wider Losmandy D-style dovetail profile\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is not compatible with the narrower Vixen V-style dovetail bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the primary benefit of using this telescope handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit is \u003cstrong\u003esafety and convenience\u003c\/strong\u003e. It provides a secure grip for carrying your telescope, reducing the risk of dropping an expensive optical tube assembly (OTA) during transport or while mounting it in the dark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan the two 3-inch clamps on the handle be repositioned?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The handle functions as a \"rider\" accessory. You can loosen the clamps, slide the entire handle assembly along your telescope's 3-inch dovetail bar to find the optimal balance point, and then tighten them down securely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this handle compatible with all 3-inch dovetail plates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is compatible with virtually all standard \u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy D-style 3-inch dovetail plates\u003c\/strong\u003e. As long as your telescope is equipped with this industry-standard rail, the handle should mount without issue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I mount a guide scope or other accessories to this handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis product is designed solely as a carrying handle and is generally not equipped with mounting holes for additional accessories. Its purpose is to aid in the safe transport and handling of the main optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight (kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.35\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread Drillings for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo Drillings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBar or Clamp?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrews included?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClamping System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3“ (76mm) Losmandy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n      \u003c!-- No box contents provided --\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n    \u003c!-- No warranty information provided --\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baader Planetarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913222222109,"sku":"BAA-2451581","price":101.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Handle-for-Telescopes-with-3-dovetail-incl-2x-3-clamps-1_b4e60a54-4adf-4a0b-9c9c-6c043ecf076d.jpg?v=1789088441","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/baader-planetarium-handle-for-telescopes-with-3-inch-dovetail-incl-2x-3-inch-clamps","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}