William Optics Long Version Vixen-Style Dovetail Plate

290 mm Length for Precision Balancing

The primary challenge with long refractors or SCTs loaded with imaging gear is achieving a precise center of gravity. The 290 mm length of this William Optics plate provides an extensive range of adjustment, allowing you to slide your entire optical tube assembly forward or backward in the saddle to find the perfect balance point. This eliminates the need to constantly reposition tube rings, which is often impossible mid-session.

A Rigid 0.64 kg Foundation for Vixen-Style Mounts

Engineered for Vixen-style saddles, this dovetail plate creates a secure, flex-free connection between your telescope and mount. At 0.64 kg, it has enough mass to ensure rigidity across its full 290 mm span, preventing vibrations that can ruin an exposure. The 90 mm width offers a broad, stable base for your telescope's tube rings, further enhancing stability.

Why a 290 mm Plate Beats a Standard Dovetail

Many telescopes ship with short, basic dovetail plates that are inadequate for anything beyond simple visual use. This 290 mm plate is a critical upgrade for imagers and observers with complex setups.

• Extended Balancing Range: A standard plate might offer only an inch or two of adjustment. The 290 mm length gives you a significantly wider balancing window, accommodating heavy accessories like cameras, filter wheels, and guide scopes.
• Accessory Mounting Space: The additional length provides valuable real estate for mounting secondary accessories like a guide scope or finder scope, keeping them clear of your primary tube rings.