{"product_id":"primalucelab-pllpdlos495pm","title":"PrimaLuceLab Side by side Losmandy plate 495mm PLUS maxi dovetail clamps","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e495mm total length for ample instrument spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts two telescopes or instruments side-by-side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo maxi dovetail clamps accept both Vixen and Losmandy plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLosmandy-style dovetail bar for connection to the mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the modular PrimaLuceLab PLUS system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-machined from a solid block of aluminum for maximum rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard-anodized finish for durability and corrosion resistance\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\u003eSide by side Losmandy plate 495mm PLUS maxi dovetail clamps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PrimaLuceLab Side by side Losmandy plate 495mm PLUS provides a rigid, 495mm long foundation for mounting two separate optical systems in parallel on a single equatorial mount. This solution eliminates the need for a second complete setup, allowing you to run a dedicated imaging telescope and a guide scope simultaneously without flexure.\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 495mm Platform for Dual-Instrument Rigs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy installing two instruments on the same mount, you can dramatically expand your imaging capabilities. The 495mm length of the PLUS plate provides the necessary space to mount a primary imaging telescope alongside a guide scope, or even a DSLR camera with its own lens next to a high-magnification scope for capturing different perspectives of the same celestial event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis side-by-side configuration is mechanically superior to piggybacking a guide scope on top of a larger OTA, as it keeps the center of gravity lower and more stable. While this requires careful attention to balancing in both axes, the result is a more rigid platform that is less susceptible to differential flexure during long exposures.\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\u003e2 Maxi Clamps for Universal Vixen \u0026amp; Losmandy Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis side-by-side system includes two of PrimaLuceLab's robust maxi dovetail clamps, which are engineered to accept both Vixen-style and Losmandy-style dovetail plates. This universal design ensures you can mount virtually any telescope or accessory without needing to purchase separate, format-specific clamps, offering maximum flexibility as your equipment evolves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolid Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each component is CNC-machined from a single block of aluminum, then sandblasted and hard-anodized. This process creates a stiff, lightweight structure with a finish that resists scratches and corrosion.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePLUS System Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e As part of the Prima Luce Universal System (PLUS), this plate features a pattern of threaded holes and slots. This allows for the secure attachment of other PLUS accessories like guide rings or support rings, creating a fully integrated and modular system.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroad Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The central slots and standard threading also allow for secure attachment of accessories from other manufacturers, ensuring the plate can serve as the core of any complex imaging setup.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 main advantage of the PrimaLuceLab 495mm side-by-side plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary advantage is the ability to mount \u003cstrong\u003etwo separate telescopes or instruments\u003c\/strong\u003e onto a single mount. This is ideal for astrophotography setups that require a main imaging scope and a separate guide scope, ensuring a rigid, flex-free connection between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat types of dovetail plates can the clamps on the 495mm PLUS plate hold?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two included maxi dovetail clamps are universal. They are designed to securely hold both the narrower \u003cstrong\u003eVixen-style\u003c\/strong\u003e dovetail plates and the wider \u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy-style\u003c\/strong\u003e plates, offering maximum compatibility with a wide range of telescopes and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the PrimaLuceLab 495mm PLUS plate attach to my telescope mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate itself features an integrated \u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy-style dovetail bar\u003c\/strong\u003e running along its bottom edge. You attach it to your mount by inserting this bar into any mount saddle that accepts Losmandy-D style plates, such as those from Sky-Watcher, Celestron, or Losmandy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI want to guide my 8\" SCT while imaging with a wide-field refractor. Can the PrimaLuceLab side-by-side plate handle this?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is an excellent application for the 495mm side-by-side plate. Its rigid, CNC-machined aluminum construction is designed to prevent flexure between the two instruments. You will need to ensure your mount has sufficient payload capacity for both telescopes and that you balance the entire assembly carefully in both Right Ascension and Declination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this plate to mount my DSLR with a 200mm lens next to my main telescope for capturing the Orion Nebula (M42)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. You can mount your primary telescope on one clamp and your DSLR on the other (using a Vixen or Losmandy style plate attached to the camera). This allows you to capture a wide-field view of the Orion Nebula (M42) with your camera while simultaneously doing high-magnification imaging of the Trapezium cluster through your main scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the PrimaLuceLab 495mm plate compatible with non-PLUS system accessories?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While it's designed to integrate perfectly with the PrimaLuceLab PLUS ecosystem of rings and plates, it also features a series of central slots and standard threaded holes. These allow you to attach mechanical accessories from other brands using standard screws, making it a versatile foundation for any custom setup.\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/primalucelab-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PrimaLuceLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913404641565,"sku":"PLLPDLOS495PM","price":707.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-Side-by-side-Losmandy-plate-495mm-PLUS-maxi-dovetail-clamps-1_8870b8e7-7a34-4da2-a7ff-b1a37e4a5efb.jpg?v=1789090453","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/primalucelab-pllpdlos495pm","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}