• Explore Scientific Large Vixen-Style Saddle Plate — 11" Long Aluminum Dovetail for Heavy Telescopes
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Explore Scientific

Explore Scientific Large Vixen-Style Saddle Plate — 11" Long Aluminum Dovetail for Heavy Telescopes

Explore Scientific Large Vixen-Style Saddle Plate — 11" Long Aluminum Dovetail for Heavy Telescopes

$69.99
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The Explore Scientific large Vixen-style saddle plate is an 11-inch aluminum dovetail bar built to carry heavy telescopes securely on your mount. A saddle plate (dovetail bar) bolts to your telescope's rings and slides into the mount's saddle, and this long, rigid version spreads the load and improves balance for big optical tubes.

The universal Vixen-style profile is the most common dovetail standard, so this plate fits a wide range of mounts and makes attaching, balancing, and swapping large scopes fast and safe.

Who it's for

For owners of heavy telescopes who need a long, sturdy Vixen dovetail for secure mounting and better balance. New to gear? See our guide on the telescope accessories every beginner needs.

Key features

  • 11-inch long aluminum bar for carrying heavy optical tubes.
  • Universal Vixen-style dovetail that fits most mounts.
  • Improved balance thanks to the long sliding range.
  • Rigid construction for a secure, flex-free hold.
  • Fast, safe attachment and swapping of large scopes.
Specifications
Brand Explore Scientific
Model VXNLG
Type Vixen-style saddle plate / dovetail
Length 11 inches
Standard Vixen-style dovetail

Frequently asked questions

What is a Vixen dovetail?
It's the most common telescope mounting-bar standard, so a Vixen-style plate fits a wide range of mounts.

Why choose the long 11-inch plate?
A longer bar gives more sliding range for balancing heavy tubes and a more secure grip.

Will it fit my mount and rings?
It fits mounts that accept a Vixen-style dovetail and bolts to standard tube rings. Confirm your mount saddle and ring spacing before ordering.

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