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Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long

UGC OOUK-AG14-LOSMANDY-ATTACHMENT-PLATE-450MM
Prix d'origine CA$394.00 - Prix d'origine CA$394.00
Prix d'origine CA$394.00
CA$424.00
CA$424.00 - CA$424.00
Prix actuel CA$424.00
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  • 450mm length matches larger aperture telescopes
  • Losmandy D-style dovetail standard
  • Machined from a single block of aero-grade aluminum
  • Directly mounts Orion Optics UK CT & AG telescopes
  • Compatible with Losmandy and Paramount mount saddles
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  • Losmandy Attachment Plate 450mm Long

    The Orion Optics UK AG14 Losmandy Attachment Plate provides a rigid, secure connection between your telescope and a high-capacity mount. Machined from a solid billet of aero-grade aluminum, this 450mm long plate is engineered to eliminate flexure when mounting large Orion Optics UK CT or AG optical tubes onto Losmandy or Paramount equatorial mounts.

    A 450mm Solid Aluminum Plate for Losmandy & Paramount Mounts

    This plate is the correct interface for attaching larger Orion Optics UK telescopes to mounts equipped with a Losmandy D-style saddle. Its 450mm length is specifically recommended for telescopes with a matching aperture, ensuring multiple points of contact with the tube rings for a balanced and stable imaging platform. The entire plate is milled from a single piece of aerospace-grade aluminum, creating a solid, vibration-resistant foundation that won't compromise your tracking or guiding.

    Versatile Platform for Guide Scopes and Accessories

    Beyond its primary function, this 450mm plate serves as a robust base for building a complete imaging system. When used with Orion Optics UK CNC tube rings, it provides ample surface area for mounting secondary accessories. You can attach a separate Vixen-style dovetail on top for a guide scope or other equipment, creating a piggyback setup that is both stable and precisely aligned with your main optical tube.

  • Which Orion Optics UK telescopes is the 450mm Losmandy plate for?

    The AG14 450mm plate is designed for Orion Optics UK's CT (Classical Cassegrain) and AG (Astrograph) telescopes. As a general rule, the plate length should match the aperture of your telescope, making this ideal for a 450mm (18") instrument.

    Will the AG14 plate fit my Paramount mount?

    Yes. This plate is machined to the standard Losmandy D-style dovetail specification, which is compatible with the saddles used on Software Bisque Paramount mounts as well as Losmandy's own G11, Titan, and HGM mounts.

    How do I choose the right length Losmandy plate for my telescope?

    Orion Optics UK recommends selecting a dovetail plate that is the same length as your telescope's aperture. This ensures the tube rings are spaced widely enough for maximum stability and balance. For example, a 300mm aperture telescope would use a 300mm plate.

    Can I use this 450mm Losmandy plate to attach my AG450 telescope to an HEQ5 mount?

    Not directly. The HEQ5 mount uses a narrower Vixen-style saddle. To connect this Losmandy D-style plate to a Vixen-style mount, you would need an additional adapter or a different mounting plate system. This plate is intended for mounts that accept the wider Losmandy standard.

    What's the difference between this Losmandy plate and a Vixen-style plate?

    The primary difference is size and stability. Losmandy plates (D-style) are wider and thicker, providing a more rigid connection for heavier telescopes. Vixen plates (V-style) are narrower and are typically used for lighter, smaller optical tubes. This 450mm plate is a Losmandy-style plate designed for large instruments.

    Can I mount a guide scope to my CT450 using this AG14 plate?

    Yes. This plate acts as a foundation. When your CT450 is mounted in CNC rings attached to this 450mm plate, you can then bolt a smaller dovetail bar (like a Vixen-style bar) to the top of the rings. This allows you to mount a guide scope or other accessories parallel to your main telescope.

  • Model AG14
    Type Losmandy D-Style Attachment Plate
    Length 450mm
    Material Aero-grade aluminum
    Compatibility Orion Optics UK CT & AG Telescopes
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