Large Vixen-Style Saddle Plate Dielectric Coatings and are easy to turn

and are easy to turn during the night

please make sure you check the Inside Diameter (ID) measurements of the assembly in question before you buy

forming few or no chemical compounds with other elements) that prevents adverse reactions with eyepiece components and therefore extends the longevity of the internal components

producing some of the highest magnification views that most astronomers will observe at

5-inch) and azimuth (13-inch) bearings provide smooth and precise motion

Large Vixen-Style Saddle Plate Dielectric Coatings and are easy to turnA saddle plate is not the most exciting astronomical accessory in the world, but it is one of the most important when it comes to the stability and safety of your telescope system. Just like a saddle is usually the only piece of equipment between you and a horse, a telescope saddle plate is often times the only piece of hardware used to attach your optical tube assembly to its mount. At Explore Scientific, our industry standard saddle plates