{"product_id":"primalucelab-c120-blank","title":"PrimaLuceLab Blank adapter for C120 pier","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlank top plate for custom drilling to match any mount pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for the PrimaLuceLab C120 Pier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid aluminum construction ensures a rigid, flex-free connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables adaptation of mounts without a dedicated C120 adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes pre-drilled for secure attachment to the C120 pier\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\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\u003eBlank adapter for C120 pier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PrimaLuceLab Blank Adapter for C120 Pier is the definitive solution for attaching telescope mounts that lack a dedicated, pre-drilled adapter. This solid aluminum plate serves as a universal interface, allowing you to custom-drill holes to perfectly match your mount's unique bolt pattern. It ensures a secure, stable, and perfectly centered connection to your C120 pier for any compatible mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustom Mount Integration for the C120 Pier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter arrives as a blank canvas, giving you the freedom to create a custom mounting solution. While it includes the necessary pre-drilled holes to attach securely to the top of the C120 pier, the top surface is left undrilled. This design requires you to mark and drill the holes needed to attach your specific telescope mount, guaranteeing a perfect fit where a stock adapter is unavailable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfirmed Mount Compatibility and Aluminum Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMachined from a single piece of aluminum, this adapter provides the rigidity needed to support heavy imaging rigs without flexure. While you can adapt virtually any mount, it is an ideal platform for installing popular models that do not have a direct adapter for the C120 pier. Confirmed compatible mount families include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10Micron:\u003c\/strong\u003e GM1000, GM2000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher:\u003c\/strong\u003e EQ6, EQ6-R, AZ-EQ6, EQ8, EQ8-R\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the PrimaLuceLab Blank Adapter for the C120 pier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is designed for users who own a telescope mount that does not have a specific, pre-made adapter for the PrimaLuceLab C120 pier. It provides a solid, blank aluminum plate that you can custom-drill to match your mount's bolt pattern, creating a perfect, secure connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich mounts can I attach to the C120 pier with this blank adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can adapt nearly any mount, provided its base fits on the plate. It is particularly useful for mounts like the \u003cstrong\u003e10Micron GM1000 and GM2000\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the \u003cstrong\u003eSky-Watcher EQ6, EQ6-R, AZ-EQ6, EQ8, and EQ8-R\u003c\/strong\u003e series, allowing them to be installed securely on the C120 pier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need special tools to install my mount on the PrimaLuceLab Blank Adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. You will need the ability to accurately mark the hole positions for your mount's base and then drill them into the aluminum plate. This typically requires a center punch, a drill press for accuracy, and the appropriate size drill bits and hardware for your specific mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the C120 Blank Adapter pre-drilled for my iOptron CEM70 mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The adapter is intentionally \"blank\" on the top surface. It is pre-drilled only on the bottom to connect to the C120 pier itself. You must drill the holes required to attach your iOptron CEM70 or any other mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat material is the PrimaLuceLab C120 Blank Adapter made from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter is machined from solid \u003cstrong\u003ealuminum\u003c\/strong\u003e. This ensures high strength and rigidity to prevent any flexure between the pier and your telescope mount, which is critical for stable tracking and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy should I use this adapter instead of making my own from scratch?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter saves significant time and ensures a professional fit. It is precisely machined to the correct dimensions to fit the C120 pier and comes with the pier-side mounting holes already drilled. This eliminates the guesswork of matching the pier's connection points and provides a high-quality, flat, and durable plate ready for your custom mount holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/primalucelab-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PrimaLuceLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913351131421,"sku":"PLL-C120-BLANK","price":375.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-Blank-adapter-for-C120-pier-1_c7d0188e-6eb6-45e9-a9f9-59605c9baaba.jpg?v=1789089843","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/primalucelab-c120-blank","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}