{"product_id":"ioptron-8422-126","title":"iOptron Dovetail Plate for iEQ45 dual saddle","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e126mm Vixen-Style Dovetail Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the iOptron iEQ45 Dual Saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Secure Mounting for Small Telescopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact and Lightweight Design\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\u003eDovetail Plate for iEQ45 dual saddle\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iOptron Dovetail Plate provides a compact, 126mm mounting solution specifically designed for the iEQ45 dual saddle. It ensures a secure, no-slip fit for smaller optical tubes, guide scopes, or camera and lens combinations where a full-length plate would be unnecessary weight and bulk.\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 Compact 126mm Mounting Solution for the iEQ45\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to match the Vixen-style side of iOptron's iEQ45 dual-saddle, this 126mm plate offers a precise and stable connection. Its short length is ideal for instruments that don't require a long rail for balancing, such as wide-field imaging refractors or dedicated guide scopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a plate appropriate for your payload's size reduces the overall weight on the mount and minimizes the risk of cables snagging. This plate gives you just enough length for minor balance adjustments without the cumbersome excess of a longer dovetail, making it a perfect match for a portable or lightweight imaging setup.\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\"\u003eIs this iOptron dovetail a Vixen or Losmandy style plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003eVixen-style\u003c\/strong\u003e dovetail plate. It is designed to fit the Vixen-compatible side of the iOptron iEQ45's dual saddle, as well as any other mount that accepts standard V-style dovetails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of telescope is this 126mm dovetail plate best for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plate is ideal for small, lightweight instruments where a long dovetail is not needed for balancing. Examples include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmall Refractors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Such as the William Optics RedCat 51 or Zenithstar 61.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGuide Scopes:\u003c\/strong\u003e For mounting a dedicated guide scope alongside your main imaging telescope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDSLR\/Mirrorless Cameras:\u003c\/strong\u003e For mounting a camera body with a telephoto lens directly to the mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 80mm f\/7 refractor on an iEQ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossibly, but it depends on the balance point of your specific telescope. While the 126mm length is sturdy enough, it offers limited fore-and-aft adjustment. For a longer 80mm refractor, especially with a heavy camera or accessories, a longer dovetail plate (e.g., 200mm or more) is generally recommended to achieve proper balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this dovetail plate fit mounts other than the iOptron iEQ45?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. While designed with the iEQ45 in mind, this is a standard Vixen-style (V-style) plate. It will be compatible with any mount saddle that accepts this industry-standard format, including those from Celestron, Sky-Watcher, and other manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the advantage of using a short 126mm plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary advantages are reduced weight and a more compact profile. For a small telescope that balances easily, a long plate adds unnecessary weight and creates a lever arm that can be more susceptible to vibration. A shorter plate is lighter and less likely to snag on cables or other equipment during slewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this plate include mounting screws for my telescope rings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting hardware is typically included with your telescope tube rings, not the dovetail plate, as the required thread size and length can vary. This product consists of the dovetail plate itself.\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\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen-Style Dovetail Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiOptron iEQ45 Dual Saddle, Vixen-Style Saddles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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 Plate for iEQ45\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\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/ioptron-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eiOptron 2-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917315698973,"sku":"IOP-8422-126","price":59.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-Dovetail-Plate-designed-for-iEQ45-dual-saddle-1_7b109fdb-03c3-4de5-8501-25333b5d2fc7.jpg?v=1789142643","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/ioptron-8422-126","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}