{"product_id":"primalucelab-pllpdlos240p","title":"PrimaLuceLab Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLosmandy-Style Side-by-Side Plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts Two Telescopes in Parallel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Vixen and Losmandy Compatible Saddles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-Machined Aluminum Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS System\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\u003eSide by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PrimaLuceLab Side by side Losmandy plate PLUS allows you to mount two separate optical tubes on a single mount, creating a stable platform for advanced imaging or versatile visual observing. This Losmandy-style plate provides a rigid, dual-saddle system compatible with both Vixen and Losmandy dovetails, ideal for running a main imaging scope and a separate guide scope in parallel.\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\u003eDual-Scope Mounting for Vixen and Losmandy Dovetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis side-by-side plate is engineered to support two optical systems simultaneously. You can mount a primary imaging telescope alongside a guide scope, or pair your main telescope with a DSLR and lens for capturing wide-field vistas of the night sky. The two saddle clamps are designed to accept both Vixen-style and Losmandy-style dovetail bars, offering maximum flexibility for your existing equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fixed separation between the two saddles provides a rigid, non-flexing connection, which is critical for maintaining precise alignment during long-exposure astrophotography. This design eliminates the potential for differential flexure that can occur with less robust, multi-part solutions.\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\u003eThe PLUS System: CNC-Machined Rigidity and Modularity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS (Prima Luce Universal System), this plate is more than just a mounting accessory; it's a component in a fully integrated ecosystem. Each PLUS element is CNC-machined from a solid block of aluminum, sandblasted for a smooth finish, and hard-anodized to protect against scratches and oxidation. This construction ensures your setup remains rigid and reliable, night after night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate features an array of threaded holes and slots, allowing for secure, direct attachment of other PLUS accessories like guide rings or clamps. This modularity gives you the freedom to build and expand your telescope's mechanical support system with maximum rigidity and minimal complexity.\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 main purpose of the Side by side Losmandy plate PLUS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary purpose of the \u003cstrong\u003eSide by side Losmandy plate PLUS\u003c\/strong\u003e is to securely mount two telescopes or cameras in parallel on a single equatorial mount. This is commonly done for astrophotography, allowing an imager to use a main telescope for capturing the image and a second, smaller telescope for autoguiding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat types of dovetail bars can I attach to this side-by-side plate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two saddles on the plate are designed for universal compatibility. Each saddle can accept both \u003cstrong\u003eVixen-style\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eLosmandy-style\u003c\/strong\u003e dovetail bars, allowing you to mix and match equipment from different manufacturers without needing additional adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Side by side Losmandy plate PLUS attach to my telescope mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate itself features an integrated Losmandy-style dovetail bar along its base. It is designed to be clamped into any equatorial mount that is equipped with a Losmandy-D compatible saddle, such as those from Sky-Watcher, Celestron, iOptron, and others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI want to mount my 80mm refractor with a Vixen bar and a 60mm guide scope with a Losmandy bar. Will the PLUS plate work?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is an ideal scenario for this plate. Since each of the two saddles accepts both Vixen and Losmandy dovetails, you can securely mount your 80mm refractor on one side and your 60mm guide scope on the other, regardless of which dovetail standard they use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the spacing on the side-by-side plate be enough for my Celestron 8\" SCT and a small refractor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plate provides a fixed, generous separation designed to accommodate common combinations like an 8\" SCT and a guide scope. However, it's always recommended to measure the physical diameters of your two optical tubes to confirm they will fit side-by-side without physical interference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the advantages of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS system design?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PLUS system ensures mechanical rigidity and modularity. Key advantages include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCNC-Machined Aluminum:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates a strong, lightweight, and flexure-free support structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHard Anodizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a durable, scratch-resistant finish that protects from corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated System:\u003c\/strong\u003e A comprehensive system of threaded holes and slots allows for direct, secure connections between all PLUS components, from plates and rings to clamps and focusers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\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\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\/primalucelab-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PrimaLuceLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913401987357,"sku":"PLLPDLOS240P","price":294.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-Side-by-side-Losmandy-plate-240mm-PLUS-1_2a21c76c-5570-413a-b0a6-91d022cb651f.jpg?v=1789090423","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/primalucelab-pllpdlos240p","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}