{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-rider-clamp-3-inch-60-fitting-for-stronghold","title":"Baader Planetarium Rider Clamp 3\" \/ 60, fitting for Stronghold","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts standard 3\" Losmandy D-style dovetail bars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a 60mm bolt pattern for direct mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned specifically for the Baader Stronghold Tangent Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a secure, rigid platform for piggybacked instruments\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\u003eDownloads\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\u003eRider Clamp 3\" \/ 60, fitting for Stronghold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Baader Planetarium Rider Clamp is the specific mechanical adapter required to mount telescopes and accessories equipped with a 3\" Losmandy-style dovetail bar onto the Baader Stronghold Tangent Assembly. Engineered with a precise 60mm bolt pattern, it creates a rigid, no-flex connection point for piggybacking guidescopes, secondary imaging systems, or other heavy equipment.\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\u003eSecurely Mount 3\" Losmandy Bars on Your Stronghold\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3\" Losmandy \"D-style\" plate is the standard for mounting larger telescope optical tubes. This Rider Clamp allows you to attach any instrument using this dovetail standard directly to the Stronghold Tangent Assembly, enabling precise pointing adjustments for framing, guiding, or finders. The clamp's robust design ensures your equipment remains securely locked down throughout an imaging session.\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\u003e60mm Bolt Pattern for Direct Baader Stronghold Integration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a universal clamp; it is purpose-built for the Baader ecosystem. The 60mm base is drilled to mate perfectly with the bolt pattern on the Stronghold Tangent Assembly, guaranteeing correct alignment and maximum stability. This clamp includes the necessary screws for a direct fit, allowing for immediate integration into your Baader mounting system.\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\"\u003eWhat is the primary purpose of the Rider Clamp 3\" \/ 60 for Stronghold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts primary purpose is to provide a secure mounting point for telescopes or heavy accessories that use a \u003cstrong\u003e3\" Losmandy-style dovetail bar\u003c\/strong\u003e onto a \u003cstrong\u003eBaader Stronghold Tangent Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. It acts as the bridge between these two specific components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this Rider Clamp fit any standard 3\" Losmandy dovetail bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The clamp is designed to accept any dovetail bar that adheres to the standard 3\" Losmandy \"D-style\" plate dimensions, which is a common standard for many telescope manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I mount this 60mm Rider Clamp to a mount from another brand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is unlikely to fit without custom modification. This clamp is specifically engineered with a \u003cstrong\u003e60mm bolt pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e to integrate directly with the Baader Stronghold Tangent Assembly. It is not designed as a universal clamp for other mounts or flat surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a guidescope with a Vixen-style bar; can I use this Rider Clamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This clamp is designed for the wider \u003cstrong\u003e3\" Losmandy D-style bar\u003c\/strong\u003e only. It will not securely hold the narrower Vixen V-style dovetail bar. You would need a different clamp designed for the Vixen standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Rider Clamp 3\" \/ 60 include mounting hardware?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the clamp includes the necessary screws to attach it directly to the Baader Stronghold Tangent Assembly, ensuring you have the correct hardware for a secure fit right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I attach my imaging camera to the Baader Stronghold assembly using this clamp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo attach a camera, you would first need to mount your camera and lens onto a 3\" Losmandy-style dovetail bar. Once the camera is secured to the bar, you can then slide the bar into this Rider Clamp, which would be pre-installed on your Stronghold Tangent Assembly.\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Baader_Planetarium_Stronghold_Tangent_Assembly_Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e(Stronghold Tangent Assembly)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/baader-planetarium-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaader Planetarium 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baader Planetarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913212686621,"sku":"BAA-2450316","price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Rider-Clamp-3-60-fitting-for-Stronghold-1_43435686-4fd2-41c7-969f-eb80a33b2ea9.jpg?v=1789088254","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/baader-planetarium-rider-clamp-3-inch-60-fitting-for-stronghold","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}