Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" (CGEM/CGX)
$45.95
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Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" (CGEM/CGX)
$45.95
D-Series Format
Losmandy Wide Style Standard
CGE Mount Fit
Designed For Advanced Mounts
Anodized Finish
Durable Bright Orange Aluminum
In Stock
Solid Telescope Mounting BaseSecure Support For Optical Tubes
The Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts provides an exceptionally stable platform designed to securely attach your 8-inch optical tube assembly to high-capacity mounts. Built with a Losmandy D-series wide profile, this plate minimizes mechanical vibrations for precision astrophotography and stargazing. Featuring a striking bright orange anodized finish, it delivers both high durability and visual style for your telescope mount setup.
Precision Equipment Mounting SolutionMaximize Stability For Astrophotography Setups
Engineered for demanding astronomers, the Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts ensures flawless integration between your 8-inch optical tube and advanced mounts like the CGE, CGEM, and CGX series. By utilizing a wide Losmandy D-style dovetail design, this plate substantially increases load capacity while reducing flexure during long-exposure imaging. Setup and teardown are quick and efficient, making it an essential hardware component for visual observation and deep-sky imaging. Note: This plate will not work with CPC 800 GPS or CPC Deluxe 800 HD telescopes without completely removing the finder scope bracket.
System SpecificationsCompatibility And Hardware Details
Plate Format
Losmandy D-Series Wide
Compatible Telescopes
8-Inch Celestron Optical Tubes
Compatible Mounts
Celestron CGE, CGEM, CGX, CGX-L
Finish
Bright Orange Anodized Aluminum
Plate Length
8 Inches
Primary Application
Telescope Mounting & Astrophotography
Note
Incompatible with CPC 800 finder bracket
Engineered Performance CapabilitiesBuilt For Advanced Stability And Quality
Enhanced StabilityMinimizes vibrations for steady astronomical observation
Maximum CompatibilityIntegrates seamlessly with Celestron CGE, CGEM, and CGX mounts
Increased CapacityRobust 8-inch dovetail supports heavy optical assemblies
Precise AlignmentEnables accurate telescope positioning for astrophotography
Easy InstallationQuick-release design simplifies setup and breakdown
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
Which mounts are compatible with the Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts?
The Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts is designed for seamless integration with Celestron CGE, CGEM, CGX, and CGX-L mounts that accept Losmandy D-series wide plates.
Can I use the Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts on a CPC 800 telescope?
The Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts will not fit CPC 800 GPS or CPC Deluxe 800 HD telescopes unless you completely remove the finder scope bracket.
What width standard does the Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts use?
The Celestron Dovetail Plate, Wide - 8" for CGE/CGX Mounts uses the wide Losmandy D-series standard, which offers superior rigidity and weight capacity compared to narrower Vixen-style plates.