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Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount
Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount
Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount
Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount
Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount
Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount

Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount

by Orion Optics UK
SKU OOUK-300MM-DOBSONIAN-MOUNT-ACCEOTS-TUBES
$453.61 - $453.61
$453.61
$753.61
$753.61 - $753.61
$753.61
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  • Designed for Optical Tubes up to 236mm in Diameter
  • Classic Dobsonian Alt-Azimuth Design
  • Provides a Stable, Vibration-Free Platform
  • Ideal for High-Magnification Visual Observing
  • Manufactured by Orion Optics UK
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  • Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount

    The Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount provides a robust, intuitive foundation for high-resolution visual astronomy, specifically engineered to support optical tubes with a diameter up to 236mm. This mount brings the celebrated stability of the Dobsonian design to observers who demand a simple, solid platform that gets out of the way of the view.

    A Stable Foundation for Telescopes up to 236mm

    This mount is purpose-built to carry high-quality optical tubes with an outer diameter up to 236mm, making it an ideal match for many 8-inch Newtonian reflectors and other mid-sized instruments. The rigid structure is designed by Orion Optics UK to provide the vibration-dampening support necessary to take advantage of their world-class optics, ensuring that high-magnification views of planets and double stars are steady and sharp.

    Intuitive Alt-Azimuth Control: The Visual Observer's Choice

    A Dobsonian mount is the epitome of functional simplicity. Instead of complex polar alignment and counterweights, you get immediate, intuitive "point-and-look" control. This alt-azimuth design is perfect for sweeping the Milky Way at low power or manually tracking Jupiter's moons at high power, connecting you directly to the motion of the night sky. While this design is the pinnacle for visual use, it is not suitable for the long-exposure astrophotography that requires an equatorial mount.

  • What size telescope does the Orion Optics UK 300mm Dobsonian Mount support?

    Despite the "300mm" in the product name, which may refer to a dimension of the base, this mount is designed to accept telescope tubes with a maximum outer diameter of 236mm. This makes it a perfect fit for most 8-inch (203mm) Newtonian telescopes.

    Is the Orion Optics UK 300mm Mount suitable for astrophotography?

    This is a classic alt-azimuth Dobsonian mount, which is designed for visual astronomy. It does not track the sky in an arc to compensate for Earth's rotation. Therefore, it is not suitable for long-exposure deep-sky astrophotography. It can, however, be used for short exposures of the Moon and bright planets.

    How does this mount provide smooth motion for tracking planets like Saturn?

    A well-built Dobsonian mount relies on low-friction bearing surfaces to achieve smooth, controllable movements in both altitude (up-down) and azimuth (left-right). This allows you to manually nudge the telescope along at high magnification to keep an object like Saturn or the Moon centered in the eyepiece with minimal vibration.

    Can I use an Orion Optics UK 8" f/6 Newtonian on this 300mm mount?

    Yes, most likely. An 8-inch (203mm) Newtonian typically has a tube diameter well within the 236mm maximum capacity of this mount. This pairing would create a superb, high-quality instrument for visual deep-sky and planetary observing.

    What materials is the 300mm Dobsonian Mount made from?

    While specific materials are not listed, Orion Optics UK products are known for their robust construction. Dobsonian mounts are typically made from durable wood composites like birch plywood or MDF, chosen for their excellent vibration-damping properties and rigidity.

    Does the Orion Optics UK 300mm mount require assembly?

    Yes. Like most Dobsonian mounts, it is typically shipped flat-packed and requires assembly. This usually involves simple hand tools and can be completed by following the included instructions.

  • Compatibility Accepts telescope tubes up to 236mm in diameter
  • Orion Optics UK 1-Year Warranty