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PrimaLuceLab Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO

PrimaLuceLab Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO

by PrimaLuceLab
SKU PLL-ECCOSUP-PL
CA$32.00 - CA$32.00
CA$32.00
CA$32.00 - CA$32.00
CA$32.00
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  • Mounts PrimaLuceLab PLUS guide rings directly to the ECCO controller
  • Enables use of a guide scope or a separate finder scope
  • Creates a rigid, integrated mounting point on top of the ECCO unit
  • Designed for streamlined setups using the PrimaLuceLab ecosystem
  • All-metal construction for a secure connection
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  • Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO

    The PrimaLuceLab Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO provides the essential mechanical link for mounting your PLUS guide rings directly onto an ECCO environmental controller. This plate creates a rigid, streamlined connection, allowing you to integrate your autoguiding or finder scope into the heart of your EAGLE-powered imaging system without requiring a separate mounting point on your telescope tube.

    ECCO Integration: Mount Guide Rings Directly to Your Controller

    This support plate is engineered specifically to attach to the top of the PrimaLuceLab ECCO, transforming the controller itself into a secure base for your guide scope. By providing a direct interface for the PLUS guide rings, it eliminates the need for additional clamps or dovetail bars, resulting in a more compact and stable setup. This is an ideal solution for small apochromatic refractors and portable imaging rigs where space is at a premium.

    Dual-Role Support: For Autoguiding or Visual Finding

    By installing this plate, you can mount the PrimaLuceLab "60mm CompactGuide scope with PLUS 80mm guide rings" and use it with an autoguide camera for precise tracking. Alternatively, you can insert an eyepiece into the guide scope, turning it into a powerful, correctly oriented optical finder. This adaptability makes the support plate a key component for configuring your PrimaLuceLab system for different imaging or observing scenarios.

  • What is the purpose of the PrimaLuceLab Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO?

    This plate allows you to securely mount PrimaLuceLab's PLUS guide rings directly onto the top of an ECCO or ECCO2 environmental controller. This creates a solid platform for a guide scope or finder without needing to attach it elsewhere on your telescope.

    Can I use this plate to mount any finder scope on my ECCO?

    This plate is specifically designed to be the interface between the ECCO and PrimaLuceLab's PLUS guide rings. If your finder scope can be held in those rings, such as the "60mm CompactGuide scope", then this system will work.

    Does the Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO come with screws?

    The product includes only the support plate. The necessary screws for attaching the plate to the ECCO and the PLUS guide rings to the plate are typically included with the ECCO and the guide rings themselves.

    How does the Guide Rings Support Plate for ECCO help with cable management?

    By mounting the guide scope directly on the ECCO, which is usually attached to your main telescope and connected to an EAGLE, you can keep the guide camera's USB and power cables short and routed cleanly with the rest of your system's wiring. This minimizes the risk of cable snags during slewing.

    I have a small refractor with an EAGLE and ECCO2. Is this plate a good solution for adding a guide scope?

    Yes, this is an excellent solution for that exact scenario. On a compact refractor, mounting space is often limited. This plate allows you to leverage the ECCO2 as a mounting platform, keeping your entire imaging package—EAGLE, ECCO2, and guide scope—integrated into one tight, rigid assembly.

    Can I use this support plate to turn my guide scope into a visual finder on my Celestron SCT with an ECCO?

    Absolutely. Once you install the PrimaLuceLab CompactGuide scope using this plate and the PLUS rings, you can simply insert a standard 1.25" eyepiece into the guide scope's focuser. This provides a high-quality, wide-field finder to help you locate and center objects with your SCT.

  • PrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty