{"product_id":"primalucelab-pllpdlos240pl","title":"PrimaLuceLab Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS large dovetail clamps","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts two telescopes in parallel on a single mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMain bar features a Losmandy-style dovetail for mount connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual clamps accept both Vixen and Losmandy style plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS modular system for maximum rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC-machined aluminum with a hard anodized finish\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 large dovetail clamps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PrimaLuceLab Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS lets you mount two separate optical tubes onto a single Losmandy-style mount, creating a rigid, parallel imaging platform. This system is essential for running a primary imaging scope alongside a dedicated guide scope, or for pairing a telephoto lens with a telescope for wide-field astrophotography without introducing flexure.\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: Run Imaging and Guiding Telescopes in Parallel\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy mounting two instruments side-by-side, you can create a more capable imaging rig. This configuration is perfect for astrophotographers who need to mount a main imaging telescope and a separate guide scope, ensuring both point at the same target with absolute stability. For visual observers or outreach, it allows for two different views of the same object simultaneously, for example, one at low power and one at high power.\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 PrimaLuceLab PLUS System: CNC-Machined Rigidity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a core component of the PrimaLuceLab PLUS system, this side-by-side plate is CNC machined from a single block of aluminum for maximum structural integrity. The plate is then sandblasted and hard-anodized, which increases surface hardness and protects it from scratches and corrosion. The PLUS system's array of threaded holes and slots ensures a secure, flex-free connection between all your components.\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 Vixen and Losmandy Clamps for Universal Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two large dovetail clamps are the system's key feature, as each one accepts both Vixen-style and Losmandy-style dovetail plates. This eliminates the need for adapter plates, reducing weight, complexity, and potential points of flexure. You can securely mount a refractor with a Losmandy plate next to a guide scope with a Vixen plate, creating a versatile and streamlined setup.\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 advantage of using the Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary advantage is the ability to rigidly mount \u003cstrong\u003etwo optical systems on a single mount\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is ideal for astrophotography setups that require a separate guide scope, or for visual use where two different fields of view are desired on the same target. It ensures both instruments remain perfectly parallel without flexure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow would I use the Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS for imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou would mount your primary imaging telescope, such as a wide-field refractor, in one of the clamps to capture the full expanse of M31. In the other clamp, you would mount your guide scope and guide camera. This ensures your mount tracks the galaxy with high precision during long exposures, resulting in sharp stars across the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need special adapters for my Vixen-style guide scope and Losmandy-style refractor?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The large dovetail clamps on the Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS are designed to be \u003cstrong\u003edual-compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e. Each clamp can securely hold either a Vixen-style or a Losmandy-style dovetail bar, eliminating the need for any intermediate adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the PrimaLuceLab PLUS system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PLUS (Prima Luce Universal System) is a complete ecosystem of rings, plates, and clamps designed to be fully modular. All components are CNC-machined from aluminum and share a standardized pattern of holes and slots, allowing you to build incredibly rigid and customized telescope support systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a Celestron 8\" SCT with a Losmandy plate. Can I mount it on this side-by-side system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. As long as your Celestron 8\" SCT is fitted with a standard Losmandy-D style dovetail bar, one of the dual clamps on the plate will hold it securely. You can then use the second clamp for a guide scope or another smaller telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes using the Side by side Losmandy plate 240mm PLUS have any drawbacks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main consideration is weight. The combined weight of two telescopes, cameras, and the plate itself can be substantial. You must ensure your equatorial mount has a sufficient \u003cstrong\u003epayload capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e to handle the total load while maintaining stable and accurate tracking.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounts with Losmandy-style saddle plates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClamp Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccepts both Vixen-style and Losmandy-style dovetail bars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSystem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimaLuceLab PLUS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCNC-machined aluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHard anodized\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\"\u003eContents not specified\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\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":52913402609949,"sku":"PLLPDLOS240PL","price":510.0,"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-large-dovetail-clamps-1_e428ea71-2a5a-4ee4-a452-370dde660a2a.jpg?v=1789090430","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/primalucelab-pllpdlos240pl","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}