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Software Bisque Paramount ME Pier to Paramount MX/MX+/MYT Base Adaptor Plate

Software Bisque Paramount ME Pier to Paramount MX/MX+/MYT Base Adaptor Plate

by Software Bisque
SKU SB10279
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CA$392.00 - CA$392.00
CA$392.00
CA$392.00 - CA$392.00
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  • Adapts Paramount ME piers for use with MX, MX+, or MYT mounts
  • Weight: 10 lbs
  • Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 6 in
  • Preserves investment in existing pier infrastructure
  • Machined for precise, rigid fitment
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  • Software Bisque Paramount ME Pier to Paramount MX/MX+/MYT Base Adaptor Plate

    The Software Bisque Paramount ME Pier to Paramount MX/MX+/MYT Base Adaptor Plate is a robust, 10 lb machined plate designed to bridge the mechanical interface between a legacy Paramount ME pier and a modern Paramount mount. With dimensions of 12 × 12 × 6 in, this component ensures a secure, perfectly aligned fit, allowing you to upgrade your mount without replacing your entire pier infrastructure.

    A 10 lb Solution for Mounting an MX/MX+/MYT on an ME Pier

    Upgrading your primary mount shouldn't require a complete overhaul of your observatory. This 10 lb adapter plate is the critical component that protects your investment in a Paramount ME permanent pier. It provides the correct bolt pattern and mechanical support to securely attach a Paramount MX, MX+, or MYT mount base, saving you the significant cost and effort of excavating and replacing your existing pier.

    The substantial weight and precise engineering of the plate maintain the rigidity of your imaging platform, ensuring that the stability and polar alignment foundation of the original ME pier is transferred without compromise to your new mount.

  • What is the purpose of the Paramount ME to MX/MX+/MYT Adapter Plate?

    This adapter plate allows you to mount a newer Software Bisque Paramount MX, MX+, or MYT mount onto an older pier that was originally drilled and configured for a Paramount ME mount. It bridges the difference in the mounting base patterns between the mount generations.

    I'm upgrading from a Paramount ME to an MX+ on a permanent pier. Is this adapter all I need?

    Yes, this is the specific component designed for that upgrade path. It allows you to physically attach the Paramount MX+ base to your existing Paramount ME pier without any modification to the pier itself, preserving your established polar alignment footing.

    Will the 10 lb weight of the adapter plate affect the stability of my Paramount MYT setup?

    The 10 lb weight is a feature, not a drawback. It adds to the overall mass and rigidity of the mounting system, helping to damp vibrations. A Paramount ME pier is designed for a much heavier payload, so the combined weight of this plate and a MYT is well within its capacity and contributes to a more stable imaging platform.

    Does the ME to MX/MX+/MYT Adapter Plate include mounting hardware?

    The provided "What's in the Box" list for this product is empty, which indicates that mounting hardware is likely not included. You should plan to use the hardware that originally came with your mount and pier, or source the appropriate bolts separately based on your specific setup.

    Can I use this adapter to mount a Paramount ME mount onto a newer MX pier?

    No, this adapter is not reversible. It is designed only to fit the smaller base of an MX, MX+, or MYT mount onto the larger footprint of a pier made for the Paramount ME.

    How do the 12 × 12 × 6 in dimensions of the adapter plate relate to installation?

    The 12 × 12 inch footprint matches the top of the Paramount ME pier, while the bolt pattern on top is designed to receive the smaller base of the MX, MX+, or MYT. The 6-inch height provides clearance for the mount's base and hardware. Ensure you have adequate clearance for your telescope as it slews past the mount, accounting for this added height.

  • Weight 10 lbs
    Dimensions 12 × 12 × 6 in
    Compatible Mounts Paramount MX, Paramount MX+, Paramount MYT
    Compatible Piers Software Bisque Piers for Paramount ME

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