{"title":"Mounting Hardware","description":"\u003c!-- TOP HALF --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family:-apple-system,BlinkMacSystemFont,'Segoe UI',Roboto,sans-serif;max-width:1200px;margin:18px auto 8px;padding:0 16px;color:#030B1C;line-height:1.6;box-sizing:border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#F5F7FA;border:1px solid #ebeef3;border-left:4px solid #030B1C;border-radius:8px;padding:22px 26px;display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:24px;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;box-sizing:border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 360px;min-width:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display:inline-block;background:rgba(114,148,186,0.15);color:#030B1C;font-size:11px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1px;text-transform:uppercase;padding:4px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:10px;\"\u003eMounting Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:22px;font-weight:700;margin:0 0 8px;line-height:1.25;color:#030B1C;\"\u003eSteady beats sharp every time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:14.5px;line-height:1.55;color:#555;margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eClamshell rings, Vixen dovetail bars, azimuth adjusters and polar finders. 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}\n    .pps-sf-cap-grid { grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr); }\n    .pps-sf-types-grid { grid-template-columns:1fr; }\n  }\n  @media (max-width:768px) {\n    .pps-sf { padding:0 8px; }\n    .pps-sf-hero { grid-template-columns:1fr; gap:22px; padding:24px 0; }\n    .pps-sf-hero h2 { font-size:24px; }\n    .pps-sf-hero img { transform:none; margin-top:0; }\n    .pps-sf-why { grid-template-columns:1fr; gap:12px; }\n    .pps-sf-callout { grid-template-columns:1fr; text-align:center; }\n    .pps-sf-callout-badge { margin:0 auto; }\n    .pps-sf-cap { padding:22px; }\n    .pps-sf-cap-grid { grid-template-columns:1fr; }\n    .pps-sf-featured-grid-3 { grid-template-columns:1fr; gap:16px; }\n    .pps-sf-peers-grid { grid-template-columns:1fr; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pps-sf-hero\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pps-sf-eyebrow\"\u003eMounting Hardware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Bracket Between a Good Telescope and a Steady One\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounting hardware is the least glamorous part of a setup and the most common reason a perfectly good telescope gives a disappointing view. A tube that shivers for four seconds after you touch the focuser is not an optics problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the rings, bars, adapters and finders that connect a specific tube to a specific mount — clamshells sized to the tube diameter, Vixen-standard dovetails in three lengths, and the adapters that let an iEXOS-100 sit on an ST2 or ST3 tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVixen-style is close to a universal standard, but not quite. If you are matching hardware across two brands, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003echeck with us first\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/7968\/0367\/files\/CLAM.jpg?v=1785527445\" alt=\"Lunt clamshell mounting ring for solar telescopes\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pps-sf-why\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-icon\"\u003e1\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSized to the tube\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClamshells and rings are matched to a diameter, not to a category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-icon\"\u003e2\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVixen standard, checked\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of this is Vixen-style, but we confirm the pairing before it ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-icon\"\u003e3\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMachined, not stamped\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCNC clamshells and machined dovetail bars, which is where rigidity actually comes from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-why-icon\"\u003e4\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFree shipping on all of it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery part on this page ships free within the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pps-sf-featured\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-featured-head\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEvery mounting part we stock\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour products across clamshells, dovetails and mount adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-featured-grid-3\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-feat-card\" href=\"\/products\/lunt-clamshell-mounting-ring\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/7968\/0367\/files\/CLAM.jpg?v=1785527445\" alt=\"Lunt Clamshell Mounting Ring\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-meta\"\u003eLunt Solar Systems\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLunt Clamshell Mounting Ring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pps-sf-feat-desc\"\u003eCNC clamshell ring that grips the tube and carries a Vixen-style dovetail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-price\"\u003e$85.99\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pps-sf-feat-cta\"\u003eView details →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-feat-card\" href=\"\/products\/lunt-vixen-style-dovetail-bar\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/7968\/0367\/files\/Lunt-Solar-Systems-Telescope-Dovetail-Bars-4-inch.jpg?v=1785527525\" alt=\"Lunt Vixen Style Dovetail Bar\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-meta\"\u003eLunt Solar Systems\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLunt Vixen Style Dovetail Bar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pps-sf-feat-desc\"\u003eVixen-standard dovetail bars in 4, 6 and 12 inch lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-price\"\u003eFrom $25.99\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pps-sf-feat-cta\"\u003eView details →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-feat-card\" href=\"\/products\/explore-scientific-iexos-100-azimuth-adjuster-adapter\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/7968\/0367\/files\/1_bd859534-f794-4438-ae47-663a021d4bca.jpg?v=1784859264\" alt=\"Explore Scientific iEXOS-100 Azimuth Adjuster Adapter\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-meta\"\u003eExplore Scientific\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Scientific iEXOS-100 Azimuth Adjuster Adapter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pps-sf-feat-desc\"\u003eAdds fine azimuth adjustment and adapts the iEXOS-100 to ST2 and ST3 tripods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-price\"\u003e$69.99\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pps-sf-feat-cta\"\u003eView details →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-feat-card\" href=\"\/products\/explore-scientific-iexos-100-polar-finder-and-adapter\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-img\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/7968\/0367\/files\/EXOSPF_1.jpg?v=1784859517\" alt=\"Explore Scientific iEXOS-100 Polar Finder and Adapter\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-meta\"\u003eExplore Scientific\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Scientific iEXOS-100 Polar Finder and Adapter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pps-sf-feat-desc\"\u003ePolar finder and mounting adapter for aligning the iEXOS-100 on the pole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-feat-price\"\u003e$99.99\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"pps-sf-feat-cta\"\u003eView details →\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pps-sf-faq\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-faq-head\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMounting questions, answered\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pairing questions we field most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-faq-list\"\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs Vixen-style genuinely universal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlmost. The Vixen dovetail is the closest thing to a standard in amateur astronomy and most small and mid-size mounts accept it. Saddle depth and clamp width do vary between manufacturers, so if you are pairing a Lunt bar to a non-Lunt saddle, send us both models and we will confirm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat size clamshell do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is set by the outside diameter of your optical tube, not by aperture. Two 60mm telescopes from different makers can need different rings. Tell us the exact model and we will match it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes a longer dovetail bar help?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, within reason. A longer bar gives you more fore-and-aft travel to balance the tube once a diagonal, eyepiece and camera are hanging off the back. It does not make the mount stiffer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need the polar finder?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-faq-body\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly on an equatorial mount, and only if you are tracking for long periods or imaging. For visual observing a rough alignment by eye is usually enough; for exposures beyond a few seconds it is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pps-sf-peers\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere to go next\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pps-sf-peers-sub\"\u003eHardware connects the tube to the mount. These pages cover both ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pps-sf-peers-grid\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-peer-card\" href=\"\/collections\/mounts\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMounts \u0026amp; Stands\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 mounts and tripods\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-peer-card\" href=\"\/collections\/solar-filters\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSolar Filters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 Lunt filters and etalons\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-peer-card\" href=\"\/collections\/focusers\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFocusers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRack-and-pinion and helical\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-peer-card\" href=\"\/collections\/cases-covers-and-shrouds\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCases, Covers \u0026amp; Shrouds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 cases, soft and hard\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca class=\"pps-sf-peer-card\" href=\"\/collections\/observation-accessories\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eObservation 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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompatible with Twilight Tripods\u003c\/b\u003e - designed for the Medium Duty (ST2) and Heavy Duty (ST3) tripods\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight Duty Tripod Compatible\u003c\/b\u003e - works with the iEXOS-100's included tripod with base modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-features-img\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"kt-sq\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/explorescientific.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/2_61143d09-838c-48d7-b61b-5b55f8d7efaf.jpg\" alt=\"Explore Scientific iEXOS-100 Azimuth Adjuster Adapter installed detail\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kt-specs-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kt-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.3 Pounds (0.59 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a{display:block;color:var(--kt-primary);font-weight:bold;font-size:30px;text-align:left;text-decoration:none;margin-bottom:10px;}\n.kt-page .kt-manuals a:hover{color:var(--kt-accent);}\n@media (max-width:768px){\n  .kt-page .kt-hero,.kt-page .kt-features{flex-direction:column;}\n  .kt-page .kt-hero-img img,.kt-page .kt-features-img img{max-width:400px;}\n  .kt-page .kt-hero-copy p,.kt-page .kt-features-copy p{font-size:17px;}\n  .kt-page .kt-cta-buttons{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:12px;}\n  .kt-page .kt-cta-buttons a:nth-child(3){grid-column:1 \/ span 2;}\n  .kt-page .kt-manuals a{font-size:24px;}\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kt-hero\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-hero-copy\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eA Heavy Duty Ring For LS60 And LS80 Tubes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis clamshell mounting ring from Lunt wraps the tube of an LS60THa or LS80THa solar telescope and gives you a solid, adjustable grip for mounting. The black anodized body is built heavy duty, so it holds the scope securely while you slide it fore and aft to balance the load on your mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA slot on the top of the ring accepts the Tele Vue Sol-Searcher Sun Finder, so you can add a sighting aid without drilling the tube. The base is tapped 1\/4-20, which lets you attach the ring to a dovetail bar, a photo head or any fitting that uses the same thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMost LS60THa and LS80THa packages already include this clamshell, so treat it as a spare, a second ring for a two point mounting setup or a replacement. It changes only how the telescope is held. Keep the hydrogen alpha filtration in place, and never aim an unfiltered instrument at the Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-hero-img\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"kt-sq\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8273\/7521\/files\/CLAM.jpg?v=1743112819\" alt=\"Lunt black anodized clamshell mounting ring for LS60THa and LS80THa solar telescopes\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kt-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-features-copy\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"kt-section-heading\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"kt-feature-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHeavy Duty Build\u003c\/b\u003e - a substantial ring that holds LS60THa and LS80THa tubes without flexing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlack Anodized\u003c\/b\u003e - a durable, low glare finish that matches the rest of the Lunt telescope hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSol-Searcher Slot\u003c\/b\u003e - the top slot accepts the Tele Vue Sol-Searcher Sun Finder with no drilling required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1\/4-20 Tapped Base\u003c\/b\u003e - attaches to dovetail bars, photo heads and other fittings that use the same thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBalance Adjustment\u003c\/b\u003e - slide the ring along the tube to set balance before you tighten it down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSpare Or Replacement\u003c\/b\u003e - most LS60THa and LS80THa packages ship with this ring, so buy this as a second or replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-features-img\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"kt-sq\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8273\/7521\/files\/CLAM.jpg?v=1743112819\" alt=\"Lunt clamshell mounting ring showing the 1\/4-20 tapped base and top finder slot\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kt-specs-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kt-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClamshell tube mounting ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCLAM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLunt LS60THa and LS80THa solar telescopes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial and finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack anodized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBase thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4-20 tapped\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTop slot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccepts the Tele Vue Sol-Searcher Sun Finder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlides along the tube for balance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOverall dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded with telescopes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMost LS60THa and LS80THa packages include this ring as standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years from date of purchase, original purchaser, manufacturing and workmanship defects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"kt-cta\"\u003e\n  Talk to a Specialist\n  \u003cspan class=\"kt-cta-buttons\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:12px 26px;border:2px solid var(--kt-primary);border-radius:4px;color:var(--kt-primary);text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@telescopedepot.com\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:12px 26px;border:2px solid var(--kt-primary);border-radius:4px;color:var(--kt-primary);text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eEmail a Specialist\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\" 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Vixen Bars For Every Scope Length\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis Vixen style dovetail bar from Lunt mates your solar telescope to any mount that accepts a Vixen style saddle. Each bar is machined from aluminum and finished in black anodizing, with four mounting holes tapped 1\/4-20 so you can position the tube where it balances best on your mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThree lengths are available. The 4 inch bar (LS100PS) measures 100 mm and suits compact tubes, the 6 inch bar (LS150PS) measures 150 mm for mid size scopes, and the 12 inch bar (LS300PS) measures 300 mm to give larger instruments a long sliding range for balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTwo connecting screws are supplied with every bar. Lunt solar telescopes all use Vixen style mounting, so the bar drops straight onto standard equatorial and alt azimuth saddles. Fit the bar before you set up for the Sun, and keep proper solar filtration installed on the telescope for every observing session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-hero-img\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"kt-sq\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8273\/7521\/files\/Lunt-Solar-Systems-Telescope-Dovetail-Bars-4-inch.jpg?v=1743112826\" alt=\"Lunt 4 inch black anodized Vixen style dovetail bar\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kt-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-features-copy\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"kt-section-heading\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n    \u003cul class=\"kt-feature-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThree Lengths\u003c\/b\u003e - 4 inch, 6 inch and 12 inch bars cover compact through large solar telescopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBlack Anodized Aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e - a hard, low glare finish that resists scratching and corrosion in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFour Mounting Holes\u003c\/b\u003e - 1\/4-20 threads let you shift the tube fore and aft to balance the load.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eScrews Included\u003c\/b\u003e - two connecting screws ship with every bar, so nothing extra is needed to attach it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eUniversal Vixen Fit\u003c\/b\u003e - drops into any Vixen style saddle on equatorial or alt azimuth mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLunt Compatible\u003c\/b\u003e - every Lunt solar telescope uses Vixen style mounting, so the bars fit the full range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"kt-features-img\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"kt-sq\"\u003e\n      \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0615\/8273\/7521\/files\/Lunt-Solar-Systems-Telescope-Dovetail-Bars-12-inch.jpg?v=1743112826\" alt=\"Lunt 12 inch Vixen style dovetail bar showing the 1\/4-20 mounting holes\"\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kt-specs-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"kt-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\u003cth colspan=\"2\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen style dovetail mounting bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel \/ SKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLS100PS (4 inch), LS150PS (6 inch), LS300PS (12 inch)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLS100PS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 inch bar, 100 mm length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLS150PS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 inch bar, 150 mm length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLS300PS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 inch bar, 300 mm length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack anodized\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour, tapped 1\/4-20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardware included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo connecting screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaddle compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVixen style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWidth and thickness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 lb per bar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot published\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 years from date of purchase, original purchaser, manufacturing and workmanship defects\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cp class=\"kt-cta\"\u003e\n  Talk to a Specialist\n  \u003cspan class=\"kt-cta-buttons\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:12px 26px;border:2px solid var(--kt-primary);border-radius:4px;color:var(--kt-primary);text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eContact Us\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@telescopedepot.com\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:12px 26px;border:2px solid var(--kt-primary);border-radius:4px;color:var(--kt-primary);text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eEmail a Specialist\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\" style=\"display:inline-block;padding:12px 26px;border:2px solid var(--kt-primary);border-radius:4px;color:var(--kt-primary);text-decoration:none;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eShipping Info\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Lunt Solar Systems","offers":[{"title":"4 inch","offer_id":53917599432815,"sku":"LS100PS","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 inch","offer_id":53917599465583,"sku":"LS150PS","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 inch","offer_id":53917599498351,"sku":"LS300PS","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/7968\/0367\/files\/Lunt-Solar-Systems-Telescope-Dovetail-Bars-4-inch.jpg?v=1785527525"}],"url":"https:\/\/telescopedepot.com\/collections\/mounting-hardware.oembed","provider":"Telescope Depot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}