Beefy Deluxe Dovetail Mount Plate For Telescopes And Guidescope, Vixen Style Rail, 228mm Length, One Quarter Inch Photo Thread, M6 Bore, Rugged Mounting Plate For Astronomical Tripods
✔️ Vixen style dovetail, 228 mm long, 1/4-20 thread, M6 bore, single
This rugged, all-metal dovetail rail is built to mount telescopes and guidescopes on Vixen-style saddles and standard tripods. The central 1/4 inch photo thread lets you attach the bar to a photo tripod quickly, while the long 228 mm (9 in) length helps balance heavy optics by sliding along the rail. Compatible saddle options include Vixen GP and SX mounts, Skywatcher EQ3 to EQ5, and H-EQ5 families.
✅ Length 228 mm (9 in) rail with flat mounting surfaces for stable support
✅ 1/4 inch photo thread in the middle for tripod attachment
✅ M6 bore and long bores for screws and adapters
✅ All-metal anodized aluminum construction for rugged long-life use
💡 What is a rugged dovetail plate used for on telescope setups with Vixen style rails?
This handy accessory makes it easy to swap mounts and balance heavier telescopes or guidescopes in the field.
- Use-case: balance heavy tubes and swap mounts on tripods or saddle plates - Compatible with Vixen GP/SX saddles and Skywatcher EQ series - Central 1/4-20 thread for tripod attachment; M6 bore for screws - Durable all-metal anodized aluminum construction✝️