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Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long
Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long
Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long
Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long
Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long
Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long

Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long

by Orion Optics UK
SKU OOUK-AG14-LOSMANDY-ATTACHMENT-PLATE-450MM
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  • 450mm length matches larger aperture telescopes
  • Losmandy D-style dovetail standard
  • Machined from a single block of aero-grade aluminum
  • Directly mounts Orion Optics UK CT & AG telescopes
  • Compatible with Losmandy and Paramount mount saddles
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  • Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long

    The Orion Optics UK AG14 Losmandy Attachment Plate provides a rigid, secure connection between your telescope and a high-capacity mount. Machined from a solid billet of aero-grade aluminum, this 450mm long plate is engineered to eliminate flexure when mounting large Orion Optics UK CT or AG optical tubes onto Losmandy or Paramount equatorial mounts.

    A 450mm Solid Aluminum Plate for Losmandy & Paramount Mounts

    This plate is the correct interface for attaching larger Orion Optics UK telescopes to mounts equipped with a Losmandy D-style saddle. Its 450mm length is specifically recommended for telescopes with a matching aperture, ensuring multiple points of contact with the tube rings for a balanced and stable imaging platform. The entire plate is milled from a single piece of aerospace-grade aluminum, creating a solid, vibration-resistant foundation that won't compromise your tracking or guiding.

    Versatile Platform for Guide Scopes and Accessories

    Beyond its primary function, this 450mm plate serves as a robust base for building a complete imaging system. When used with Orion Optics UK CNC tube rings, it provides ample surface area for mounting secondary accessories. You can attach a separate Vixen-style dovetail on top for a guide scope or other equipment, creating a piggyback setup that is both stable and precisely aligned with your main optical tube.

  • Which Orion Optics UK telescopes is the 450mm Losmandy plate for?

    The AG14 450mm plate is designed for Orion Optics UK's CT (Classical Cassegrain) and AG (Astrograph) telescopes. As a general rule, the plate length should match the aperture of your telescope, making this ideal for a 450mm (18") instrument.

    Will the AG14 plate fit my Paramount mount?

    Yes. This plate is machined to the standard Losmandy D-style dovetail specification, which is compatible with the saddles used on Software Bisque Paramount mounts as well as Losmandy's own G11, Titan, and HGM mounts.

    How do I choose the right length Losmandy plate for my telescope?

    Orion Optics UK recommends selecting a dovetail plate that is the same length as your telescope's aperture. This ensures the tube rings are spaced widely enough for maximum stability and balance. For example, a 300mm aperture telescope would use a 300mm plate.

    Can I use this 450mm Losmandy plate to attach my AG450 telescope to an HEQ5 mount?

    Not directly. The HEQ5 mount uses a narrower Vixen-style saddle. To connect this Losmandy D-style plate to a Vixen-style mount, you would need an additional adapter or a different mounting plate system. This plate is intended for mounts that accept the wider Losmandy standard.

    What's the difference between this Losmandy plate and a Vixen-style plate?

    The primary difference is size and stability. Losmandy plates (D-style) are wider and thicker, providing a more rigid connection for heavier telescopes. Vixen plates (V-style) are narrower and are typically used for lighter, smaller optical tubes. This 450mm plate is a Losmandy-style plate designed for large instruments.

    Can I mount a guide scope to my CT450 using this AG14 plate?

    Yes. This plate acts as a foundation. When your CT450 is mounted in CNC rings attached to this 450mm plate, you can then bolt a smaller dovetail bar (like a Vixen-style bar) to the top of the rings. This allows you to mount a guide scope or other accessories parallel to your main telescope.

  • Model AG14
    Type Losmandy D-Style Attachment Plate
    Length 450mm
    Material Aero-grade aluminum
    Compatibility Orion Optics UK CT & AG Telescopes

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