{"product_id":"orion-optics-uk-200mm-dobsonian-mount-acceots-tubes-upto-225mm-dia","title":"Orion Optics UK 200mm Dobsonian Mount","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 200mm (8-inch) Newtonian Telescopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccepts Optical Tubes up to 225mm in Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Dobsonian Rocker-Box Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a Stable, Vibration-Free Platform for Visual Astronomy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntuitive Point-and-Look Operation\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\u003eOrion Optics UK 200mm Dobsonian Mount\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Orion Optics UK 200mm Dobsonian Mount provides a robust, ground-based platform specifically designed for 8-inch (200mm) Newtonian optical tubes. Engineered to accept optical tubes with an outer diameter up to 225mm, this mount ensures a precise fit and stable foundation for high-magnification visual astronomy.\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 Stable Foundation for 200mm Newtonian Telescopes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA premium optical tube demands an equally steady mount. This 200mm Dobsonian base is built by Orion Optics UK to provide the rigid, vibration-free support necessary for detailed planetary and deep-sky observation. Its classic rocker-box design offers simple, intuitive alt-azimuth movement, allowing you to glide the telescope across the sky smoothly and track objects manually with ease.\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\u003ePrecision Fit for Tubes up to 225mm in Diameter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mount is engineered to securely cradle optical tubes with an outer diameter of up to 225mm, making it a perfect match for the Orion Optics UK 200mm (8\") Newtonian series and other similarly sized tubes. The generous sizing ensures your optical tube assembly is held firmly, minimizing flexure and maintaining collimation as you move from one celestial target to the next.\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 size telescopes fit the Orion Optics UK 200mm Dobsonian Mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mount is primarily designed for \u003cstrong\u003e200mm (8-inch) Newtonian optical tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can accommodate any telescope tube with an outer physical diameter of up to \u003cstrong\u003e225mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing a secure and stable fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Orion Optics UK 200mm Dobsonian Mount suitable for astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this is a manual, alt-azimuth mount designed for visual astronomy. It does not track the stars automatically, which is required for long-exposure astrophotography of galaxies and nebulae. It is excellent, however, for short-exposure planetary or lunar imaging with a dedicated high-frame-rate camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I balance my 200mm telescope on this Dobsonian mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBalancing a Newtonian on a Dobsonian mount typically involves adjusting the position of the altitude bearings along the side of the optical tube. You slide the tube forward or backward within its tube rings until it remains level without drifting up or down when pointed at the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of a Dobsonian mount for observing planets like Jupiter with a 200mm scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit is stability. A 200mm telescope is capable of high magnification, which amplifies any vibration. The solid, low-profile design of the Orion Optics UK Dobsonian mount dampens vibrations quickly, allowing you to see fine details like Jupiter's cloud bands and Great Red Spot without a shaky image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this 200mm Dobsonian Mount for a telescope other than a Newtonian?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile designed for Newtonians, you could potentially use it for other optical tubes (like a refractor or SCT) if they are within the 225mm diameter limit and can be fitted with appropriate altitude bearings or mounting rings. However, the balance and eyepiece position might be less ergonomic than with a Newtonian, for which the design is optimized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does this mount improve views of deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) compared to a shaky tripod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shaky mount makes it impossible to hold a steady image, causing stars to blur and faint details to disappear. The Orion Optics UK 200mm Dobsonian Mount's rigid construction provides a solid \"point-and-look\" experience. When you find the Orion Nebula (M42), the view remains still, allowing your eyes to dark-adapt and pick out faint structures within the nebulosity, like the Trapezium star cluster at its core.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for 200mm (8\") OTAs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax Tube Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccepts tubes up to 225mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlt-Azimuth Dobsonian Rocker Box\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product listing is for the mount only. Please check the contents of your specific telescope package if purchasing as a set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/orion-optics-uk-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrion Optics UK 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Orion Optics UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942570783005,"sku":"OOUK-200MM-DOBSONIAN-MOUNT-ACCEOTS-TUBES","price":790.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/OrionOpticsUK-150mm-Dobsonian-Mount-3_94418e56-e648-481a-9f53-78a4d7b8f967.jpg?v=1789607996","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/orion-optics-uk-200mm-dobsonian-mount-acceots-tubes-upto-225mm-dia","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}