{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-dovetail-bar-z-120mm-4-7-inch-for-zeiss-astro-physics","title":"Baader Planetarium Dovetail Bar Z, 120mm (4.7\") – for Zeiss\/Astro-Physics","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e120mm (4.7\") Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZeiss \/ Astro-Physics Mount Compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Z\" Profile Dovetail Bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Secure, Precision Fit\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\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\u003eDovetail Bar Z, 120mm (4.7\") – for Zeiss\/Astro-Physics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Baader Planetarium Dovetail Bar Z provides a rigid and compact 120mm (4.7\") mounting solution, engineered exclusively for the proprietary dovetail clamps used on high-precision Zeiss and Astro-Physics mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eA Dedicated 120mm Bar for Zeiss and Astro-Physics Mounts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis dovetail bar is not compatible with the more common Vixen or Losmandy-style clamps. It is specifically machined to match the unique \"Z\" profile required by Zeiss and Astro-Physics saddles, ensuring a perfect, no-slip connection that is critical for maintaining pointing accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe compact 120mm length makes this bar an ideal choice for smaller optical tubes, guide scopes, or mounting cameras and other accessories. It offers a secure attachment point without adding unnecessary weight or length, which helps maintain the balance and stability of your entire imaging setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat mounts is the Baader Dovetail Bar Z 120mm compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis dovetail bar is designed specifically for the proprietary dovetail system used by \u003cstrong\u003eZeiss\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAstro-Physics\u003c\/strong\u003e. It will \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e fit the more common Vixen-style (V-style) or Losmandy-style (D-style) clamps found on most other mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the Dovetail Bar Z 120mm?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt serves as the interface between your telescope tube rings and your mount's saddle plate. The 120mm length is ideal for smaller instruments like guide scopes or short-tube refractors such as a TeleVue 76, providing a secure connection without excess bulk or weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Dovetail Bar Z 120mm with a Celestron or Sky-Watcher mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most Celestron and Sky-Watcher mounts use either Vixen-style or Losmandy-style saddle clamps. This bar uses the specific Zeiss\/AP profile and is physically incompatible with those systems. You must use a dovetail bar that matches your mount's saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I attach the Dovetail Bar Z to my telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe bar typically features threaded or unthreaded holes along its surface. You would use the appropriate screws, passing through the holes on the bar, to bolt your telescope's tube rings directly to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy choose a specific bar for Zeiss and Astro-Physics mounts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe Zeiss and Astro-Physics mounting system is engineered for exceptional precision and rigidity. Using a dedicated, correctly-profiled dovetail bar like this one ensures a perfect, zero-flexure fit, which is critical for maintaining pointing accuracy during long-exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the 120mm length of the Dovetail Bar Z suitable for an 80mm refractor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, a 120mm (4.7\") bar is an excellent match for a compact 80mm refractor. It provides enough length for secure tube ring spacing while remaining short and lightweight, which helps with balancing and reduces the overall moment arm on the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120mm (4.7\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZeiss \/ Astro-Physics \"Z\" Profile Mounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight (kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.16 (120 mm)\u003cbr\u003e0.25 (200 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThread Drillings for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBaader GuideScope Rings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBar or Clamp?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrews included?\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClamping System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail clamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesign\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZ (40mm) Zeiss\/AstroPhysics\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBar length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 mm (120 mm)\u003cbr\u003e200 mm (200 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/baader-planetarium-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaader Planetarium Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baader Planetarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913241489693,"sku":"BAA-2451103","price":56.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Dovetail-Bar-Z-120mm-4-7-for-Zeiss-Astro-Physics-1_77d49ff5-f2f2-42cc-b967-4b5d97063a05.jpg?v=1789088634","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/baader-planetarium-dovetail-bar-z-120mm-4-7-inch-for-zeiss-astro-physics","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}