{"product_id":"orion-optics-uk-ag8-losmandy-attachment-plate-250mm-long-recommended","title":"Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate - 250mm Long","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250mm length for optimal balance and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard Losmandy D-style dovetail profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined from a single piece of solid, aero-grade aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for Orion Optics UK 8\" AG telescopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a platform for guidescopes and other accessories\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\u003eLosmandy Attachment Plate - 250mm Long\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Losmandy Attachment Plate, at 250mm long, provides the specific interface needed to connect Orion Optics UK AG and CT telescopes to high-capacity Losmandy and Paramount mounts. Machined from a single block of aero-grade aluminum, this plate ensures a rigid, flexure-free connection for instruments like the 8-inch AG telescope, establishing a solid foundation for imaging.\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\u003e250mm Losmandy Plate: The Recommended Fit for 8\" AG Telescopes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis 250mm plate is the factory-recommended solution for securely mounting Orion Optics UK's 8\" Astrograph (AG8) and other similarly sized CT telescopes onto mounts using the Losmandy D-style saddle. The length is chosen to match the telescope's aperture, providing ample support and balance range. This plate is the essential link between your Orion Optics UK optical tube and a research-grade equatorial mount.\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\u003eSolid Aero-Grade Aluminum for Guidescopes and Vixen Accessories\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMilled from a solid billet of aerospace-grade aluminum, this plate is more than just a mounting interface; it's an expansion platform. When used with Orion Optics UK's CNC tube rings, the plate serves as a rigid base for attaching additional equipment. You can mount guidescopes, secondary Vixen-style dovetail bars, or other accessories directly to it, creating a compact and stable imaging setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich telescopes is the 250mm Losmandy plate designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis 250mm plate is specifically recommended for Orion Optics UK's 8-inch aperture telescopes, such as the \u003cstrong\u003eAG8 Astrograph\u003c\/strong\u003e and similarly sized \u003cstrong\u003eCT Newtonians\u003c\/strong\u003e. The general rule is to match the plate length to the telescope's aperture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this 250mm Losmandy plate fit my Paramount mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. This plate is machined with a standard Losmandy D-style dovetail profile, which is compatible with both \u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSoftware Bisque Paramount\u003c\/strong\u003e saddle plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I attach accessories like a guidescope to this Losmandy plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe plate is designed to be used with Orion Optics UK's \u003cstrong\u003eCNC tube rings\u003c\/strong\u003e. It serves as a rigid base plate onto which you can bolt additional hardware, such as a smaller Vixen-style dovetail bar for a guidescope or other imaging accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have an Orion Optics UK AG8 and an HEQ5 mount. Can I use this 250mm plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot directly. Mounts like the Sky-Watcher HEQ5, EQ6, and most Vixen models use the narrower Vixen V-style saddle. This is a Losmandy D-style plate. To connect them, you would need a D-to-V style saddle adapter or a different mounting plate solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this Losmandy plate made from cast or machined aluminum?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis plate is \u003cstrong\u003emachined from a solid piece of aero-grade aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e. This process results in a much stronger and more rigid part compared to cast aluminum, eliminating potential flexure in your imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have an ODK telescope. Do I need to buy this 250mm Losmandy plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. According to Orion Optics UK, their ODK (Optimised Dall-Kirkham) telescopes are already fitted with the correct length dovetail plate from the factory. This plate is intended for their AG and CT telescope lines.\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    \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\/orion-optics-uk-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOrion Optics UK 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Orion Optics UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52942359691549,"sku":"OOUK-AG8-LOSMANDY-ATTACHMENT-PLATE-250MM","price":383.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/OrionOpticsUK-Losmandy-attachment-plate-250mm-long-1_cf2ddaaf-d856-4ff8-8c65-03fdfa9c0608.jpg?v=1789606601","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/orion-optics-uk-ag8-losmandy-attachment-plate-250mm-long-recommended","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}