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Explore Scientific Cradle Ring Set With Slotted Carry Handle for Essential Series & Doublet Achromatic 102mm Telescopes – TED102CRDL

Explore Scientific Cradle Ring Set With Slotted Carry Handle for Essential Series & Doublet Achromatic 102mm Telescopes – TED102CRDL

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The Explore Scientific TED102CRDL Cradle Ring Set is a robust mounting and handling accessory designed specifically for Essential Series and Doublet Achromatic 102mm telescopes. This cradle assembly provides secure support for your optical tube assembly (OTA) while also making positioning, transport, and setup easier with its integrated slotted carry handle.

Key Features

  • Secure Hinged Rings: Precision hinged aluminum cradle rings provide a snug, stable fit for 102mm telescope tubes and protect the OTA surface during use and transport.

  • Slotted Carry Handle: The integrated carry handle improves ergonomics when lifting or relocating your telescope and includes a standard 1/4‑20 bolt slot for attaching accessories such as cameras or guide scopes.

  • Vixen‑Style Dovetail Base: Each cradle assembly includes a Vixen‑style dovetail plate for quick and secure mounting to compatible equatorial and alt‑azimuth mounts.

  • Aluminum Construction: Solid aluminum build delivers strength and durability while minimizing added weight to your telescope setup.

  • Easy Installation: Oversized thumbscrews allow fast opening and secure closure of the rings, facilitating efficient setup and removal of the telescope.

Specifications

  • Compatible Tube Diameter: Fits telescope OTA with inside diameter approximately 99.06 mm – 105 mm (3.9"–4.1")

  • Overall Length: Approximately 7.9" / 200 mm

  • Construction: Durable aluminum with integrated carry handle

  • Mount Interface: Vixen‑style dovetail plate for broad mount compatibility

  • Usage: Ideal for Essential Series refractors and 102mm doublet achromatic telescopes requiring cradle support

Why It Matters
A reliable cradle ring assembly is essential for safe, stable support of your 102mm refractor tube during observation, transport, and setup. The slotted carry handle improves handling convenience, and the Vixen‑style dovetail interface ensures compatibility with a wide range of astronomy mounts.

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