{"product_id":"tele-vue-starbeam-bar-for-sct-bracket","title":"Tele Vue Starbeam Bar for SCT Bracket","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttaches Starbeam finder to Tele Vue SCT Bracket (SAB-1001)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Black Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope installations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight and rigid construction\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\u003eSecure Your Starbeam with the Correct SCT Mounting Bar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tele Vue Starbeam Bar for SCT Bracket (SBB-1002) is the essential component for properly mounting your Starbeam unit-power finder onto a Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope using the Tele Vue SCT Bracket (SAB-1001). This precisely machined bar creates a rigid, stable platform, ensuring your finder maintains perfect alignment with your main optics, night after night. It is not a standalone part, but the specific interface designed to complete the Tele Vue SCT mounting solution.\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\u003eA Purpose-Built Mounting Platform for Your Starbeam\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary function of this bar is to bridge the gap between the Starbeam finder and the SAB-1001 bracket. Its pre-drilled and threaded holes match the Starbeam's base perfectly, eliminating any guesswork or modification. This ensures the finder is seated securely without any possibility of flexure or wobble, which is critical for accurate pointing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy using this dedicated bar, your Starbeam is positioned at an optimal height and angle relative to the telescope tube. This provides comfortable viewing access and prevents the finder from obstructing other accessories. The result is a clean, integrated, and highly functional finder setup that feels like a factory installation.\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\u003eDurable and Non-Reflective Anodized Aluminum Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTele Vue machines the SBB-1002 bar from high-grade aluminum, which is then black anodized for a durable, corrosion-resistant finish. This construction provides excellent rigidity without adding significant weight to your telescope's optical tube assembly, minimizing any potential impact on balance. The matte black finish matches other Tele Vue accessories and helps prevent stray light reflections that could interfere with your observations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe trade-off for this specialized, robust component is its specificity. This bar is designed exclusively for the Tele Vue ecosystem, connecting one specific finder to one specific bracket. While it excels at this single task, it is not a universal adapter and its utility is limited to observers who have already invested in the corresponding Tele Vue mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\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\"\u003eDo I need this bar to mount a Starbeam on my SCT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if you are using the Tele Vue SCT Bracket (SAB-1001). This bar acts as the required interface between that specific bracket and the Starbeam finder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the SBB-1002 bar fit a non-Tele Vue bracket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not designed to. The hole spacing and hardware are specific to the Tele Vue SAB-1001 SCT bracket. Attempting to adapt it to other systems may not provide a secure fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat telescopes does this work with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bar is part of a system. When combined with the SAB-1001 bracket, it works with most Celestron and Meade Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes that have the standard rear-cell accessory mounting holes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is included with the Starbeam Bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package includes the SBB-1002 bar itself and the necessary screws to attach a Starbeam finder to it. The larger screws for attaching the main bracket to the telescope are included with the SAB-1001 bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy not just attach the Starbeam directly to the SCT bracket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SAB-1001 bracket is a base platform that allows for multiple finder types. This SBB-1002 bar is the specific adapter that provides the correct hole pattern and positioning for the Starbeam, ensuring a secure and properly aligned installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSBB-1002\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdapts Starbeam finder to SAB-1001 SCT Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTele Vue Starbeam, Tele Vue SAB-1001 Bracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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\"\u003eStarbeam Bar for SCT Bracket\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eMounting Screws\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/tele-vue-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTele Vue 5-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TeleVue","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51223883120925,"sku":"TV-SBB-1002","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Tele_Vue_Starbeam_Bar_for_SCT_Bracket_1.jpg?v=1777515030","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/tele-vue-starbeam-bar-for-sct-bracket","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}