{"product_id":"orion-optics-uk-ag8-losmandy-attachment-plate-300mm-long","title":"Orion Optics UK Losmandy Attachment Plate 300mm Long","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300mm Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLosmandy D-Style Dovetail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Aero-Grade Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Losmandy \u0026amp; Paramount Mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Orion Optics UK CT \u0026amp; AG Telescopes\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\u003eLosmandy Attachment Plate 300mm Long\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Orion Optics UK AG8 Losmandy attachment plate provides a solid 300mm long mounting platform, specifically designed to securely attach Orion Optics UK CT and AG telescopes to high-capacity Losmandy or Paramount mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eMachined from a single piece of aero-grade aluminum, this dovetail plate ensures a rigid, flex-free connection between your optical tube and mount head. This stability is critical for maintaining pointing accuracy and achieving sharp results during long-exposure imaging sessions.\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 Solid 300mm Connection for Losmandy \u0026amp; Paramount Mounts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis 300mm dovetail plate is the standard interface for mounting Orion Optics UK's CT and AG series telescopes onto mounts that use the Losmandy D-style saddle. It creates a secure, full-length connection recommended for telescopes with apertures around 300mm, preventing any potential sag or vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBeyond its primary mounting function, this plate can also serve as a rigid base for attaching accessories. When installed across the top of CNC tube rings, it provides a stable platform for guide scopes, secondary cameras, or other equipment.\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\u003eMachined Aero-Grade Aluminum Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe AG8 plate is machined from a solid billet of aero-grade aluminum, not extruded. This manufacturing process results in a stronger, more dimensionally stable plate that resists flexure under heavy loads, ensuring your optical alignment remains precise throughout the night.\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 size Losmandy plate do I need for my Orion Optics UK AG12 (300mm) telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e300mm Losmandy attachment plate (AG8)\u003c\/strong\u003e is the recommended choice. As a general rule, Orion Optics UK suggests the plate length should match the aperture of your telescope to provide optimal support along the tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the AG8 Losmandy plate compatible with Vixen-style mounts like the Sky-Watcher HEQ5?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot directly.\u003c\/strong\u003e The AG8 is a Losmandy D-style plate, which is wider than a Vixen V-style rail. To connect to a Vixen-only saddle like the one on an HEQ5, you would need an additional adapter or a different Vixen-specific dovetail plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is the AG8 Losmandy plate machined from solid aluminum instead of being extruded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMachining from a \u003cstrong\u003esolid block of aero-grade aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a more rigid and dimensionally stable plate compared to an extruded profile. This process prevents flexure, which is critical for maintaining polar alignment and guiding accuracy during long-exposure astrophotography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this 300mm Losmandy plate to mount a guide scope on top of my CT10 telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes, if your CT10 is fitted with CNC tube rings.\u003c\/strong\u003e This plate can be attached across the top of the rings to provide a long, stable platform for mounting a guide scope, a secondary camera, or other accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need to buy this Losmandy plate for my Orion Optics UK ODK telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Orion Optics UK ODK telescopes are supplied with the correct length Losmandy dovetail plate already fitted from the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this AG8 Losmandy plate fit mounts from other brands like Paramount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The AG8 plate is designed to fit any mount that uses the standard Losmandy \"D-style\" saddle, which includes high-end mounts from both Losmandy and Software Bisque (Paramount).\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\u003eProduct Code\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAG8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLosmandy Attachment Plate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDovetail Style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLosmandy (D-Style)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolid Aero-Grade Aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTelescope Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrion Optics UK CT \u0026amp; AG Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLosmandy \u0026amp; Paramount D-Style Saddles\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\"\u003eLosmandy Attachment Plate 300mm Long\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\u003cp\u003eThis product does not require software or have a dedicated manual.\u003c\/p\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":52942359789853,"sku":"OOUK-AG8-LOSMANDY-ATTACHMENT-PLATE-300MM","price":393.0,"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_0e82c5c2-cb97-4f3b-af63-861d3d8c6abf.jpg?v=1789606609","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/orion-optics-uk-ag8-losmandy-attachment-plate-300mm-long","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}