{"product_id":"pegasus-astro-saddle-powerbox-puck-for-rst135-and-rst300","title":"Pegasus Astro Saddle Powerbox Puck for RST135 and RST300","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSecurely attaches the Pegasus Astro Saddle Powerbox to Rainbow Astro mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCompatible with RST-135 and RST-300 mount models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCreates an integrated power and data hub directly on the saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEngineered for a perfect fit and stable connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEliminates cable drag and snagging for safer, cleaner setups\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\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\u003eSaddle Powerbox Puck for RST135 and RST300\u003c\/h2\u003e\n                    \u003cp\u003eThe Pegasus Astro Saddle Powerbox Puck provides a dedicated, seamless mounting point for attaching the Saddle Powerbox directly to the saddle of Rainbow Astro RST-135 and RST-300 mounts. This custom-fit adapter allows you to integrate your power and data management hub onto the mount itself. The result is a clean, efficient imaging setup with minimized cable clutter and zero risk of cable snags as the mount tracks across the sky.\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 Zero-Cable-Drag Solution for Rainbow Astro Mounts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n                    \u003cp\u003eBy connecting the Saddle Powerbox to your RST-135 or RST-300 mount using this puck, you place all essential power and data ports exactly where they are needed, right next to your telescope and camera. This eliminates long cable runs from the ground up to your imaging train, which are a primary source of tracking errors, snags, and disconnects. This puck is the key to creating a robust, grab-and-go rig where power and data are managed as a single, integrated unit with your mount.\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\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the Saddle Powerbox Puck for RST135 and RST300?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eThis puck is a mechanical adapter designed specifically to attach the Pegasus Astro Saddle Powerbox to the side of a Rainbow Astro RST-135 or RST-300 mount saddle. It ensures a secure, stable connection for integrated cable management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the Saddle Powerbox Puck work with any other mounts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eNo, this adapter is engineered exclusively for the Rainbow Astro RST-135 and RST-300 mounts. It will not fit other mount models from Rainbow Astro or other manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need any special tools to install the Saddle Powerbox Puck?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eInstallation typically requires standard hex keys (Allen wrenches) to attach the puck to the mount and then the Saddle Powerbox to the puck. All necessary mounting hardware should be included with the puck or the Powerbox.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this product include the Saddle Powerbox or the RST-135 mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eNo, this is only the adapter puck. The Pegasus Astro Saddle Powerbox and the Rainbow Astro mount (RST-135 or RST-300) must be purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main benefit of using the Saddle Powerbox Puck with my RST-300?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit is eliminating cable drag. By mounting the Powerbox on the saddle, your power, USB, and dew heater cables move with the telescope. This prevents them from snagging on the tripod or mount base during long exposures or meridian flips, which can ruin an image or damage equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n            \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI am building a portable setup with an RST-135 and a small refractor. Is the Saddle Powerbox Puck a good addition?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n            \u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. For a portable rig, minimizing setup time and potential issues is critical. Using the puck to integrate the Saddle Powerbox creates a clean, self-contained system that is faster to assemble in the field and more reliable throughout the night, making it an ideal component for a travel-friendly astrophotography setup.\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 colspan=\"2\" style=\"text-align:center;\"\u003eNo specifications available for this product.\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\"\u003eSaddle Powerbox Puck for RST135 and RST300\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    \u003cli\u003e\n        \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n            \u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Pegasus_Astro_Saddle_Powerbox_Manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n                    \u003cdiv\u003e\n                        \u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n                    \u003c\/div\u003e\n                \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/pegasus-astro-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePegasus Astro 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pegasus Astro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52686366572829,"sku":"PEG-PUCK-RST","price":66.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/pegasus-astro-saddle-powerbox-puck-for-rst135-and-rst300-1.png?v=1793649324","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/pegasus-astro-saddle-powerbox-puck-for-rst135-and-rst300","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}