{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-sky-surfer-iii-flat-base-adapter-made-of-abs","title":"Baader Planetarium Sky Surfer III – Flat base adapter made of ABS","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts Sky Surfer III for flat-surface mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables use on square tube telescopes and mounting rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed from durable, lightweight ABS polymer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a stable platform for your red dot finder\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\u003eDownloads\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\u003eSky Surfer III – Flat base adapter made of ABS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Baader Sky Surfer III Flat Base Adapter is the essential component for mounting your red dot finder onto telescopes or accessories that lack a standard curved saddle. Constructed from rugged ABS polymer, this adapter provides a solid, flat interface, expanding the compatibility of your Sky Surfer III to include square-tube Dobsonians, large tube rings, or custom mounting plates.\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\u003eUniversal Flat-Surface Mounting for the Sky Surfer III\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMany finderscopes assume a mounting shoe on a curved optical tube. This adapter solves the problem for any setup with a flat mounting point. It allows you to securely attach your Sky Surfer III finder, which typically uses a Vixen\/Synta-style foot, to surfaces where a standard finder base won't work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSquare-Tube Telescopes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for truss-tube or solid-tube Dobsonians that have flat-sided upper cages or mirror boxes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCamera Mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be adapted for use on DSLR hot-shoe adapters or camera cage systems for wide-field aiming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube Rings and Plates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts directly onto the flat top of a telescope tube ring or a universal dovetail plate, placing your finder in a convenient, accessible position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\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\u003eLightweight and Durable ABS Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe adapter is manufactured from Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), a thermoplastic polymer chosen for its balance of strength and low weight. This ensures the adapter adds minimal weight to your optical assembly, preventing balance issues, especially on smaller telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n       \u003cp\u003eThe material is rigid enough to hold the finder securely without flexure, maintaining pointing accuracy, while also being less likely to scratch the finish of your telescope compared to a metal adapter.\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 do I attach the Sky Surfer III Flat Base Adapter to my telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe adapter is designed to be secured to a flat surface using standard screws (not included). You will need to drill holes in your telescope tube or mounting plate that align with the holes on the adapter. The specific screws required will depend on the material and thickness of the surface you are mounting to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this adapter to mount the Sky Surfer III on my 8\" Dobsonian's square upper cage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, this is an ideal application. The flat base of the adapter is designed specifically for surfaces like the flat wooden or composite panels of a square-tube Dobsonian's upper tube assembly, providing a much more secure fit than a standard curved base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Sky Surfer III adapter compatible with finders other than the Baader Sky Surfer III?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis adapter is specifically designed to accept the dovetail foot of the \u003cstrong\u003eBaader Sky Surfer III\u003c\/strong\u003e. While it may fit other red dot finders that use a Vixen\/Synta-style finder foot, compatibility is not guaranteed, and the fit may not be as secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is the Sky Surfer III adapter made of ABS instead of aluminum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eUsing \u003cstrong\u003eABS plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e offers several advantages for this application. It significantly reduces the weight of the part, which helps maintain the balance of your telescope. It is also corrosion-resistant and less likely to mar the finish of your equipment than a metal part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Sky Surfer III Flat Base Adapter come with mounting screws?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo, mounting hardware is not included. The type of screws needed varies widely depending on whether you are attaching it to a metal tube, a wooden Dobsonian box, or a composite plate, so you must source the appropriate hardware for your specific setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan this adapter be used to mount a Sky Surfer III on a camera hot shoe?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot directly. While this adapter provides the necessary flat surface, you would still need a separate hot-shoe-to-flat-plate adapter to connect it to a DSLR or mirrorless camera. This adapter's primary purpose is for direct mounting to a telescope or accessory plate.\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\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaader Sky Surfer III Red Dot Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight (kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01\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    \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eSky Surfer III Flat Base Adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Baader_Planetarium_SkySurfer_III_Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eBaader Planetarium SkySurfer III Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/baader-planetarium-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaader Planetarium Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baader Planetarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913213309213,"sku":"BAA-2957302","price":8.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Sky-Surfer-III-Flat-base-adapter-made-of-ABS-1_904a9317-2bf3-459a-9aff-b2afd21f9e3d.jpg?v=1789088264","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/baader-planetarium-sky-surfer-iii-flat-base-adapter-made-of-abs","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}