What is the primary purpose of the Orion Optics 300mm Losmandy attachment plate (AG10)?
The primary purpose of the AG10 plate is to securely mount Orion Optics UK's CT and AG telescopes onto large, Losmandy D-style or Paramount-style equatorial mounts. Its 300mm length is specifically recommended for telescopes with a matching 300mm (12-inch) aperture.
Is the AG10 Losmandy plate compatible with my Paramount ME mount?
Yes. The plate is machined to the standard Losmandy D-style dovetail profile, which is fully compatible with the saddle on Paramount mounts, ensuring a secure and stable connection.
I have a 12-inch (300mm) Orion Optics AG telescope; is this the right plate?
Yes, this is the recommended plate. Orion Optics UK suggests choosing a dovetail plate with a length that matches the aperture of your telescope. This 300mm plate is the ideal match for a 300mm (12-inch) aperture instrument, providing excellent support along the optical tube.
What is the AG10 Losmandy attachment plate made from?
The plate is machined from a solid block of aero-grade aluminum. This provides exceptional rigidity and strength while keeping weight to a minimum, preventing any flexure that could compromise imaging or pointing accuracy.
Can I use the Orion Optics AG10 plate to attach my CNC rings to an HEQ5 mount?
Yes, this plate can be used as part of an adapter system. It can be fitted to other base plates to mate telescope CNC tube rings to mounts with Vixen-style saddles, such as the Sky-Watcher HEQ5, EQ5, and EQ6.
Do I need this 300mm plate for my Orion Optics ODK telescope?
No. According to Orion Optics UK, the ODK (Optimised Dall-Kirkham) telescope models are already fitted with the correct length dovetail plate from the factory. This plate is intended for their CT and AG telescope lines.
