{"product_id":"orion-optics-uk-base-plate-400mm-long-4-wide-x-10mm","title":"Orion Optics UK Base Plate - 400mm Length","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400mm Total Length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a Solid Connection Between OTA and Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered to Minimize Mechanical Flexure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Orion Optics UK 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\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\u003eOrion Optics UK Base Plate - 400mm Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Orion Optics UK Base Plate provides a solid 400mm mounting platform for your optical tube assembly. This 400mm plate is engineered to create a secure, flex-free connection between your telescope and mount, forming the bedrock of a stable imaging or observing system.\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 400mm Foundation for Orion Optics UK Systems\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis base plate offers a substantial 400mm length, providing ample surface area to securely attach tube rings. A longer plate distributes the load more effectively, reducing the potential for slippage or flexure that can ruin a long exposure or compromise high-magnification planetary views.\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\u003eEngineered for a Rigid, Vibration-Free Connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eManufactured in the UK, this component is designed to be the unyielding link between your telescope and mount. By minimizing mechanical flex, the plate ensures that your alignment, pointing accuracy, and tracking remain precise throughout an observing session. This rigidity is critical for astrophotography, where even microscopic shifts can result in trailed stars.\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 is the primary purpose of the Orion Optics UK 400mm Base Plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe primary purpose of the Orion Optics UK 400mm Base Plate is to securely attach a telescope's optical tube assembly (OTA) via tube rings to an astronomical mount. It acts as a rigid, stable interface that prevents mechanical flexure and vibrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the exact length of the Orion Optics UK Base Plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis base plate has a total length of \u003cstrong\u003e400mm\u003c\/strong\u003e. This provides a long, stable platform suitable for a range of Orion Optics UK optical tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does a solid base plate like this 400mm model improve astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor astrophotography, stability is paramount. A rigid 400mm base plate minimizes differential flexure between the telescope, guidescope, and mount. This ensures that your autoguiding corrections are precise and that stars remain round during long exposures, which is essential for capturing sharp, detailed deep-sky images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Orion Optics UK 400mm Base Plate compatible with all telescope mounts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCompatibility depends on the mount's saddle type (e.g., Vixen-style or Losmandy-style) and the hole patterns on the plate itself. While designed for Orion Optics UK systems, you should verify that the plate's dimensions and mounting holes match your specific mount saddle and tube rings before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat kind of telescopes are typically mounted on a 400mm base plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA 400mm base plate is typically used for medium to large optical tubes, such as Newtonian reflectors of 8\" (200mm) to 12\" (300mm) aperture or larger refractors. The longer length is necessary to accommodate the wider tube ring spacing required to securely hold these larger, heavier instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy choose an Orion Optics UK base plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis base plate is engineered and manufactured in the UK to the same standards as Orion Optics UK's renowned telescopes. It is designed to provide a mechanically sound and reliable foundation, ensuring that the performance of your high-quality optics is not compromised by a weak link in your mounting hardware.\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      \n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n    \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":52942498595101,"sku":"OOUK-BASE-PLATE-400MM-4-WIDE","price":300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Orion-Optics-UK-Logo_1475db1a-b319-4c21-8b40-144ce6c2ae52.jpg?v=1789607757","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/orion-optics-uk-base-plate-400mm-long-4-wide-x-10mm","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}