Dovetail Bar, RASA 8", Wide
$67.95
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Dovetail Bar, RASA 8", Wide
$67.95
Aluminum Build
Sturdy platform for heavy payloads
Easy Mounting
Installs into pre-existing holes
Wide D-Style
Accepts CGE and Losmandy plates
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Expand Your Astroimaging RigTop mounting rail for accessories
Enhance your astroimaging setup with the Celestron Dovetail Accessory Bar, RASA 8", Wide. Designed specifically to attach to the top of your Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph 8" optical tube, this wide dovetail bar lets you mount guide scopes, cameras, and extra payload gear with total stability. Its sturdy aluminum construction mirrors the native bottom rail profile to ensure precise alignment and balance for your telescope setup.
Heavy-Duty Accessory SupportSeamless integration for advanced imaging equipment
The Celestron Dovetail Accessory Bar, RASA 8", Wide offers a rigid, rock-solid foundation for mounting astrophotography gear directly to your RASA 8 optical tube assembly. Matching the wide profile of the bottom mounting bar, this accessory platform attaches quickly and securely into factory-threaded top holes, eliminating any need for drilling or permanent modifications. Equipped with all necessary hardware, it effortlessly accepts accessories designed for CGE or Losmandy-D dovetail plates, allowing you to build out a fully customized deep-sky imaging rig.
Technical DetailsProduct specifications and compatibility info
Compatible Telescope
Celestron Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph 8" (RASA 8) (telescope)
Part Type
Dovetail Top Accessory Bar
Material
Anodized Aluminum
Placement / Position
Top of Optical Tube Assembly
Plate Style
CGE / Losmandy D-Style Wide
Installation
Direct bolt-on via factory threaded holes
Included Accessories
Complete mounting hardware kit
Key CapabilitiesEngineered for maximum stability and performance
Custom FitDesigned specifically for the top of the Celestron RASA 8 optical tube
Versatile CompatibilityAccepts standard CGE and Losmandy D-style accessory plates
Solid ConstructionSturdy aluminum body provides rigid platform for accessories
Easy InstallationAttaches quickly to existing threaded holes without drilling
Complete KitComes supplied with all required mounting hardware
Matching ProfileIdentical wide format to the bottom mounting bar on the RASA 8
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
What accessories can I mount to the Celestron Dovetail Accessory Bar, RASA 8", Wide?
You can mount any astrophotography accessories that utilize standard CGE or Losmandy D-style dovetail plates, including guide scopes, piggyback cameras, and counterweight systems.
Do I need to drill into my optical tube to install the Celestron Dovetail Accessory Bar, RASA 8", Wide?
No, installation requires no drilling. The dovetail bar bolts directly into pre-existing factory threaded holes on top of the RASA 8 optical tube using the included hardware.
Is the Celestron Dovetail Accessory Bar, RASA 8", Wide the same size as the bottom mounting rail?
Yes, it features the exact same wide CGE/Losmandy-D dovetail profile as the bottom mounting rail on the RASA 8 optical tube assembly.