Sirius Vixen Dovetail plate 170mm

Designed to provide a secure and reliable connection between your optical tube assembly and mount, this 170mm dovetail plate is precision-engineered to fit Vixen-style saddle clamps — one of the most widely used mounting standards in amateur astronomy. 

The 170mm length provides a generous mounting surface, allowing you to fine-tune the balance of your telescope by sliding it forward or backward in the saddle clamp. Proper balance is critical for getting the most out of your equatorial or alt-azimuth mount, reducing strain on the drive motors and minimizing vibrations that can compromise image quality. 

Key Features:

• Vixen-standard dovetail profile — universally compatible with Vixen-style saddle clamps and a wide range of popular mounts
• 170mm length — offers ample room for precise balance adjustment of small to mid-sized optical tubes
• Durable aluminum construction — lightweight yet strong, built to withstand years of regular use
• Multiple mounting holes — provides flexible attachment options for various telescope tube rings and mounting configurations
• Precision-machined surfaces — ensures a tight, secure grip in the saddle clamp with no play or slippage

Whether you're upgrading an existing setup, replacing a worn dovetail bar, or building a new imaging rig from scratch, this versatile plate is an essential accessory that bridges the gap between your telescope and mount with confidence. It's an ideal choice for refractors, small Schmidt-Cassegrains, and other compact optical tubes that rely on the Vixen dovetail standard.