{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-dovetail-bar-z-200mm-7-9-inch-for-zeiss-astro-physics","title":"Baader Planetarium Dovetail Bar Z, 200mm (7.9\") – for Zeiss\/Astro-Physics","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200mm (7.9\") Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZeiss \/ Astro-Physics \"Z\" Dovetail Profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated Fit for Non-Vixen\/Losmandy Mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Secure OTA-to-Mount Connection\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\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, 200mm (7.9\") – for Zeiss\/Astro-Physics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 200mm Dovetail Bar Z provides a rigid, secure mounting platform engineered specifically for telescope systems that use the Zeiss and Astro-Physics dovetail standard. This bar is the critical mechanical interface for attaching your optical tube assembly to a compatible high-end mount, ensuring a precise, no-slip connection.\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 200mm Mounting Plate for Zeiss and Astro-Physics Saddles\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eWith a total length of 200mm, this dovetail bar offers sufficient surface area for attaching tube rings and adjusting the instrument's position for perfect balance. Whether you are mounting a compact refractor or a larger instrument, the 200mm length provides the flexibility to compensate for the weight of cameras, finderscopes, and other accessories.\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\u003eBeyond Vixen: The 200mm Bar for the Zeiss \"Z\" Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis is not a universal dovetail bar. The \"Z\" profile is dimensionally distinct from the more common Vixen (V-style) or Losmandy (D-style) standards. Its purpose is to create a perfect mate with the saddle plates on Zeiss and Astro-Physics mounts, preventing the instability or potential damage that can occur when using improperly matched components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eChoosing this 200mm bar ensures you are using the correct mechanical standard for your premium mount. This specificity is a feature, not a limitation, as it guarantees the rigidity and safety intended by the mount's original designers.\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\"\u003eWill the 200mm Dovetail Bar Z fit my Vixen-style mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The \u003cstrong\u003eDovetail Bar Z\u003c\/strong\u003e is specifically designed with a \"Z\" profile to fit Zeiss and Astro-Physics mount saddles. It is not compatible with mounts that require a Vixen (V-style) or Losmandy (D-style) dovetail bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the primary use for the 200mm Dovetail Bar Z?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts primary use is to connect a telescope's tube rings to a mount's saddle plate. The \u003cstrong\u003e200mm length\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a stable platform and allows you to slide the telescope forward or backward to achieve precise balance, which is essential for accurate tracking and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the 200mm Dovetail Bar Z long enough for balancing an Astro-Physics refractor with a camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor many small to mid-sized Astro-Physics refractors, a \u003cstrong\u003e200mm bar\u003c\/strong\u003e offers adequate length to achieve balance with a typical imaging train. The exact balance point will depend on the weight and position of your camera, filter wheel, and other accessories, but this bar provides significant adjustment range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the \"Z\" profile on the Dovetail Bar Z differ from other standards?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \"Z\" profile has different dimensions and angles compared to the 45-degree taper of a Vixen bar or the wider, flat-topped profile of a Losmandy bar. This unique shape ensures a more secure, flush fit into the corresponding Zeiss\/AP saddle, maximizing stability and preventing any rotational play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I mount a small guide scope on the 200mm Dovetail Bar Z?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e200mm Dovetail Bar Z\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the physical length to potentially accommodate a guide scope alongside the main tube rings. However, this depends on the presence and pattern of threaded mounting holes on the bar itself, which may require additional hardware or drilling for a secure attachment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy should I choose this 200mm Dovetail Bar Z over a generic bar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYou should choose this bar if you own a Zeiss or Astro-Physics mount. Using a generic or mismatched bar can lead to an unstable connection, slippage, or even damage to your equipment. This \u003cstrong\u003eDovetail Bar Z\u003c\/strong\u003e guarantees a mechanically correct and secure fit for its intended system.\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\u003e200mm (7.9\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail Profile\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZeiss \/ Astro-Physics \"Z\" Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZeiss and Astro-Physics 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    \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDovetail Bar Z, 200mm\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\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":52913242243357,"sku":"BAA-2451104","price":66.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Dovetail-Bar-Z-200mm-7-9-for-Zeiss-Astro-Physics-1_cc1adc43-d3c7-4061-adb3-61e4230fc323.jpg?v=1789088647","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/baader-planetarium-dovetail-bar-z-200mm-7-9-inch-for-zeiss-astro-physics","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}