{"product_id":"svbony-sv211-203mm-saddle-handle-bar","title":"SVBONY SV211 203mm Saddle Handle Bar","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e203mm Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e161.5g \/ 5.7oz Net Weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined 6061T Aluminum Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect Fit for SVBONY SV503 102mm \u0026amp; SV550 122mm OTAs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated Vixen-Style Saddle for Accessories\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\u003eSVBONY SV211 203mm Saddle Telescope Handle Bar\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV211 203mm Saddle Telescope Handle Bar adds secure handling and a guide scope mounting point to your telescope, weighing just 161.5g (5.7oz). Machined from 6061T aluminum, this 203mm long bar features M6 mounting holes spaced 187mm apart, designed for a direct fit on SVBONY SV503 102mm and SV550 122mm optical tubes. Its 42mm width provides a stable platform for accessories while maintaining a low profile at only 39mm high.\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\u003eSecure Transport for Your OTA: A 203mm Handlebar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoving a fully assembled optical tube requires a firm, balanced grip to prevent accidents. At 203mm long, the handle bar creates a central, secure point to lift and carry your telescope, reducing the risk of dropping it or bumping the focuser and objective lens. It's specifically designed with a 187mm M6 screw spacing for a direct, rigid fit to the tube rings of the SVBONY SV503 102mm and SV550 122mm refractors.\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\u003eIntegrated Saddle: A 161.5g Guide Scope Mounting Platform\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond ergonomics, the SV211 functions as a lightweight mounting platform for your autoguiding system. The top of the handle is a Vixen-style saddle, allowing you to attach a guide scope directly to the top of your main OTA. At a mere 161.5g, it adds minimal weight to your imaging setup, helping to keep the total payload well within your mount's capacity.\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\u003eMachined 6061T Aluminum: Durability at Just 5.7oz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from a single piece of 6061T aluminum, the handle is both rigid and corrosion-resistant. The red anodized finish matches other SVBONY accessories and adds a durable layer of protection against scuffs and moisture. This robust construction ensures the handle won't flex under the load of the telescope or an attached guide scope, maintaining pointing accuracy.\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\"\u003eHow do I mount a guide scope to the SVBONY SV211 handle on my SV503 102mm telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top of the SV211 handle features an integrated Vixen-style saddle. Simply attach a Vixen-style dovetail bar to your guide scope rings, then slide the entire guide scope assembly into the saddle on the handle and tighten the locking screws for a secure, centered mounting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the SVBONY SV211 fit my telescope if it's not an SV503 or SV550?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV211 is designed for a direct fit on the SVBONY SV503 102mm and SV550 122mm OTAs. For other telescopes, you must verify that your tube rings have M6 threaded holes with a center-to-center spacing of exactly 187mm. If the spacing does not match, it will not fit without modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the SVBONY SV211 handle bar made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV211 handle is machined from a solid piece of \u003cstrong\u003e6061T aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e. This material provides an excellent combination of strength, light weight (161.5g), and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the SVBONY SV211 handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle bar measures \u003cstrong\u003e203mm in length\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e42mm in width\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e39mm in height\u003c\/strong\u003e. This provides ample room for a secure grip without adding excessive bulk to your telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the red color of the SVBONY SV211 handle affect night vision?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. While the handle is a bright red color for visibility and aesthetics during setup, it is not illuminated. It will not emit any light that would interfere with your dark-adapted vision during an observing or imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow much weight does the SVBONY SV211 add to my setup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe handle is extremely lightweight, adding only \u003cstrong\u003e161.5 grams (5.7 ounces)\u003c\/strong\u003e to your telescope. This minimal weight is negligible for most equatorial mounts and helps preserve the balance of your optical tube 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\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSVBONY\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSV503 102mm f\/7, SV550 122mm f\/7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6061T Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e39mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e161.5g \/ 5.7oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Screw Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e187mm (for M6 screws)\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\"\u003eSV211 203mm Saddle Telescope Handle Bar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/svbony-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSVBONY Warranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SVBONY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52861263446301,"sku":"SV-W9163B","price":33.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/SVBONY-SV211-203mm-Saddle-Telescope-Handle-Bar-for-Guide-Scope-Mount-1_7dfde898-4f4d-43be-a09d-455c05f27d3f.jpg?v=1788883564","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/svbony-sv211-203mm-saddle-handle-bar","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}