{"title":"Takahashi Accessories","description":"\u003cp\u003eTakahashi diagonals, finderscopes and brackets, tube rings, camera angle adjusters, collimating tools and mounting plates. These are the parts that finish a Takahashi setup — the star diagonal in the visual train, the rings that hold the tube, the camera angle adjuster that squares your sensor to the field.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"takahashi-1-25-inch-multicoated-prism-star-diagonal","title":"Takahashi 1.25\" Multicoated Prism Star Diagonal","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 1.25-inch star diagonal built to Takahashi's mechanical standard, using a prism rather than a mirror. It takes a 1.25-inch male barrel into your focuser and presents a 1.25-inch female barrel with a clamp ring for the eyepiece, bending the light path 90° so you look down into a telescope pointed up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe optical path through it measures 63.5 mm — the figure your focuser needs to accommodate, and the one to use when you are calculating whether an eyepiece will still reach focus. It weighs 135 g and measures 60 x 43 x 40 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the part that makes visual observing comfortable. Without a diagonal, a refractor pointed near the zenith puts the eyepiece near the ground. With one, you look down at a natural angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt suits refractors, Schmidt-Cassegrains and Maksutovs — anything with a 1.25-inch focuser or a visual back that accepts a 1.25-inch barrel. If you are already using Takahashi eyepieces, the mechanical fit is exact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a visual component. Imaging trains connect a camera straight through and do not use a diagonal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrism, not a mirror:\u003c\/strong\u003e total internal reflection at the prism face, so there is no reflective coating to age, tarnish or degrade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulticoated surfaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e applied to the entry and exit faces to cut reflection losses and internal ghosting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-marring compression ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e clamps the eyepiece barrel evenly instead of driving a set screw into it, so barrels stay unmarked and the eyepiece sits square.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25-inch male in, 1.25-inch female out:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard 31.75 mm fittings on both sides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e63.5 mm metal backfocus length:\u003c\/strong\u003e the optical path the diagonal adds to your train.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60 x 43 x 40 mm, 135 g:\u003c\/strong\u003e compact enough that focuser balance barely changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFive-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA prism diagonal turns the light path using total internal reflection at the hypotenuse face of a glass prism, rather than bouncing it off an aluminised mirror surface. Total internal reflection is a property of the glass-air boundary itself, so nothing is lost to coating efficiency and nothing degrades with age — an aluminised mirror slowly dulls, a prism does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe trade is that light passes through glass, so the entry and exit faces are multicoated to hold down surface reflections and the scatter that would otherwise reduce contrast on planetary detail. At f\/6 and slower, which covers most of the Takahashi refractor range in visual use, a prism of this quality introduces no aberration that the eye can separate from the telescope's own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compression ring is the mechanical half of the design. A single set screw pushes an eyepiece barrel off-axis and leaves a dimple; the ring here spreads the clamping force around the barrel, which keeps the eyepiece square to the optical axis and the barrel unmarked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual observing with a refractor\u003c\/strong\u003e — lunar detail, planets, double stars, open clusters at a comfortable viewing angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain and Maksutov visual backs\u003c\/strong\u003e that accept a 1.25-inch barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZenith observing\u003c\/strong\u003e, where a straight-through eyepiece position would be unusable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTerrestrial and daytime use\u003c\/strong\u003e with a spotting eyepiece, noting that a star diagonal gives a mirror-reversed image.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25-inch (31.75 mm) male barrel — fits any 1.25-inch focuser or visual back directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece side:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25-inch (31.75 mm) female with clamp ring, so any 1.25-inch eyepiece seats in it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptical path:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63.5 mm. Add this to your train when checking that an eyepiece reaches focus — short-focus refractors with limited inward travel are where it matters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2-inch focusers:\u003c\/strong\u003e use a 2-inch to 1.25-inch reducing adapter, or move to a 2-inch diagonal if you plan to use 2-inch eyepieces. We stock both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi visual adapters:\u003c\/strong\u003e the FS-60CB and the FC\/FS range each have a matching visual adapter that presents the correct barrel to this diagonal. Ask us which one your tube takes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImage orientation:\u003c\/strong\u003e a star diagonal produces a right-side-up but mirror-reversed image. That is normal for astronomical use; for terrestrial viewing an erecting prism gives a correctly oriented image.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt adds 63.5 mm to the optical path.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most refractors have ample travel for that, and Takahashi publishes a backfocus table — included in the Downloads tab — covering the range if you want to check before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25-inch only.\u003c\/strong\u003e It will not take 2-inch eyepieces. If you own or plan to own 2-inch wide-field eyepieces, a 2-inch diagonal is the better starting point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a visual component.\u003c\/strong\u003e Camera trains connect straight through and do not use a diagonal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe view is mirror-reversed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard for astronomical diagonals and of no consequence at the eyepiece; worth knowing if you also plan to use the telescope for daytime viewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublished weight differs between Takahashi sources\u003c\/strong\u003e — 135 g on the European specification sheet, 3 oz (85 g) in the North American listing. Either way it is light enough not to affect focuser balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The barrel slides into your focuser, the eyepiece goes into the clamp ring, and the ring tightens by hand. There is nothing to align or adjust.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrism or mirror — which is better?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA prism uses total internal reflection, so there is no coating to degrade over the years, and it tends to hold contrast well on planetary detail at moderate focal ratios. Mirror diagonals are usually preferred at very fast focal ratios and in 2-inch formats. For visual work on a Takahashi refractor, a prism of this quality is a sound match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit my telescope?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt fits any 1.25-inch focuser or visual back directly. On a 2-inch focuser you need a reducing adapter; on a Takahashi tube with a proprietary rear thread you need the matching visual adapter. Tell us your telescope and we will confirm the part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill my eyepieces still reach focus?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe diagonal adds 63.5 mm of optical path. Most refractors have enough travel to absorb it. The Takahashi backfocus table below covers the range, and we are happy to check a specific combination for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it for astrophotography?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — imaging trains connect the camera directly to the corrector or telescope. This is for eyepiece observing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it mark my eyepiece barrels?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The compression ring clamps evenly around the barrel rather than pressing a screw point into it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is in the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe diagonal itself. Eyepieces and any focuser adapters are separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: a 135 g multicoated prism diagonal that adds 63.5 mm to a 1.25-inch visual train, clamps eyepieces without marking them, and has no reflective coating to age. 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The pre-drilled baseplate matches the Takahashi rear-cell bolt pattern, and the Takahashi green finish matches the optical tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a 78mm or larger Takahashi refractor and need to mount or replace the 6x30 finder bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-drilled baseplate:\u003c\/strong\u003e matches the Takahashi rear-cell bolt pattern for direct attachment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree chromed ball-head bolts:\u003c\/strong\u003e set the finder's centering against the baseplate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNylon-tipped collimating bolts with locking nuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e hold the finder's alignment once set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi green finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e matches the factory tube colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting a 6x30 finderscope for star-hopping and initial target acquisition on 78mm-and-larger refractors, or replacing a lost or damaged factory bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits Takahashi refractor optical tubes of 78mm aperture and larger through the pre-drilled rear-cell pattern. It pairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-6x30-finderscope-without-bracket\"\u003eTakahashi 6x30 Finderscope\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracket only:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 6x30 finderscope is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit is rear-cell specific:\u003c\/strong\u003e the baseplate is drilled to the Takahashi 78mm-and-larger rear-cell pattern rather than a universal dovetail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it bolts directly to the pre-drilled rear cell, and the three ball-head bolts plus the locking collimation bolts handle centering and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bracket only. The 6x30 finderscope is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich finder does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi 6x30 finderscope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat telescopes is it compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e78mm-and-larger Takahashi refractor optical tubes with the standard rear-cell bolt pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA finder bracket for 78mm-and-larger Takahashi refractors, with a pre-drilled rear-cell baseplate and three-point centering and collimation for the 6x30 finderscope.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047074975855,"sku":"TKA00562","price":77.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tka00562.jpg?v=1786912719"},{"product_id":"takahashi-starbase-80-6x30-finder-with-bracket","title":"Takahashi Starbase 80 6x30 Finder with Bracket","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a complete 6x30 finder unit built for the Starbase 80 — a 30mm objective at fixed 6x magnification, supplied together with its mounting bracket. It locates objects outside the main tube's narrow field so you can center them before switching to the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Starbase 80 and need the matched finder-and-bracket set for target acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30mm objective, fixed 6x magnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e wide enough field to star-hop before centering a target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracket included:\u003c\/strong\u003e the finder and its mount ship together, matched to each other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSized for the Starbase 80:\u003c\/strong\u003e mounts directly without an adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStar-hopping to deep-sky targets, centering objects before moving to the main eyepiece, and rough alignment before imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the Starbase 80; the bracket is matched and included in the set. If you are pairing this finder with a different telescope, send us the model and we will confirm the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinder and bracket ship together:\u003c\/strong\u003e there is no separate bracket to source or match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the bracket is included and matched to the Starbase 80, so there is no separate finder-to-bracket fitting to work out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat magnification and aperture does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6x30 — a 30mm objective at fixed 6x magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finder body and its mounting bracket together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocating objects outside the main tube's field before centering them at the eyepiece or in the imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA matched 6x30 finder-and-bracket set for the Starbase 80, with a 30mm objective and fixed 6x magnification, ready to mount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047075369071,"sku":"SBP08110","price":133.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/sbp08110_3.jpg?v=1786912743"},{"product_id":"takahashi-7x50-finder-scope-bracket","title":"Takahashi 7x50 Finder Scope Bracket","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis bracket mounts a Takahashi 7x50 or 7.5x50 finderscope to a refractor's rear cell. The flat mounting base carries the rear-cell attachment holes, and three chromed ball-head bolts plus nylon-tipped collimation bolts with locking nuts handle centering and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Takahashi refractor sized for the 7x50 or 7.5x50 finder and need to mount or replace the bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat mounting base:\u003c\/strong\u003e drilled for the rear-cell bolt pattern.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree chromed ball-head bolts:\u003c\/strong\u003e set the finder's centering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNylon-tipped collimation bolts with locking nuts:\u003c\/strong\u003e hold alignment once set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited 5-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting a 7x50 or 7.5x50 finderscope for star-hopping and target acquisition, or replacing a lost or damaged factory bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits Takahashi refractor optical tubes sized for the 7x50 and 7.5x50 finder. It pairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-7-5x50-finderscope-without-bracket\"\u003eTakahashi 7.5x50 Finderscope\u003c\/a\u003e and the 7x50 finderscope, both sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracket only:\u003c\/strong\u003e the finderscope is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it bolts directly to the rear cell, and the three ball-head bolts plus the locking collimation bolts handle centering and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe bracket only. The finderscope is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich finders does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi 7x50 and 7.5x50 finderscopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA finder bracket for Takahashi refractors carrying a 7x50 or 7.5x50 finderscope, with a flat rear-cell base and three-point centering and collimation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047075500143,"sku":"TKA00563","price":140.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/ofin-tk-tka00563.jpg?v=1786912766"},{"product_id":"takahashi-fqr-1-finder-quick-release-silver","title":"Takahashi FQR-1 Finder Quick Release (Silver)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FQR-1 is a quick-release base that sits between a Takahashi finder bracket and the focuser, so the finder lifts on and off without breaking its collimation each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you regularly remove your finder for transport or storage and want to skip re-collimating it every time it goes back on.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-piece quick-release base:\u003c\/strong\u003e separates the finder bracket from the focuser mount.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps alignment intact:\u003c\/strong\u003e the finder returns to the same position across removal and reinstallation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRemoving the finder for transport, storage, or swapping between finder types without repeating the collimation process each time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits between a Takahashi finder bracket and the focuser mount on compatible refractors. It is not compatible with the FOA-60 or FOA-60Q, where it interferes with an adjacent part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for the FOA-60 or FOA-60Q:\u003c\/strong\u003e the quick release interferes with an adjacent part on these two models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it installs once between the focuser and the finder bracket, and after that the finder simply lifts on and off without re-collimating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich telescopes is it not compatible with?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FOA-60 and FOA-60Q, where it interferes with an adjacent part.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it attach to?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Takahashi finder bracket on one side and the focuser mount on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA quick-release base that lets a Takahashi finder bracket come off and go back on without losing its alignment, fitting Takahashi refractors other than the FOA-60 and FOA-60Q.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047075631215,"sku":"TKA00571W","price":171.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/screenshot_2026-08-07_at_2.11.16_pm.png?v=1787175547"},{"product_id":"takahashi-6x30-finderscope-without-bracket","title":"Takahashi 6x30 Finderscope without Bracket","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 30mm, 6x finderscope locates targets outside the main telescope's narrow field so you can center them before switching to the eyepiece or imaging train. 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At 122.1mm focal length and f\/4.07, the finder covers an 8-degree actual field of view — wide enough to star-hop confidently before narrowing in at the eyepiece. The dark wire crosshairs sit against the sky rather than obscuring it, and the 35mm outer barrel fits standard 30mm-class finder brackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStar-hopping to deep-sky targets, target acquisition ahead of eyepiece or imaging-train centering, and rough polar alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-6x30-finder-scope-bracket\"\u003eTakahashi 6x30 Finder Scope Bracket\u003c\/a\u003e, sold separately. The 35mm outer barrel fits standard 30mm-class finder brackets generally.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracket sold separately:\u003c\/strong\u003e this listing is the finder body only.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it drops into a 30mm-class finder bracket, and the helical focus with its locking ring sets and holds focus without further adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat bracket does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi 6x30 finder bracket, sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the actual field of view?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e8 degrees, at a 122.1mm focal length and f\/4.07.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it comfortable for eyeglass wearers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the 17mm eye relief accommodates eyeglasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 122.1mm, f\/4.07 finderscope with an 8-degree actual field and 17mm eye relief, for locating targets ahead of the main tube — pairs with the 6x30 bracket.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047076024431,"sku":"TKA00551","price":265.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tvf6300_2_2.jpg?v=1786912833"},{"product_id":"takahashi-7-5x50-finderscope-without-bracket","title":"Takahashi 7.5x50 Finderscope without Bracket","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 50mm, 7.5x finderscope covers a 6-degree actual field for locating faint targets ahead of the main tube. 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Interior lining protects the tube's finish, and a 1\/4-20 threaded base also accepts a standard photographic tripod head.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own an FSQ-85EDX or an FC-100D-series optical tube and need to mount it on a Takahashi equatorial mount or a photo tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClamshell ring pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e sized to a 95mm tube diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior lining:\u003c\/strong\u003e protects the tube's finish where the rings clamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/4-20 threaded base:\u003c\/strong\u003e mounts on a standard tripod head as an alternative to a mount dovetail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision-machined construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e for a consistent clamp fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting the FSQ-85EDX or FC-100D-series optical tube to a Takahashi equatorial mount, or temporary tripod mounting for guiding-scope duty or wide-field work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSized for the 95mm tube diameter shared by the FSQ-85EDX and the FC-100D series. 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Looking through the central peephole, you see the reflection of your primary mirror (on a Newtonian) or secondary\/corrector assembly (on a Cassegrain or Ritchey-Chrétien) centered on the sighting hole when the optics are aligned. It has no lens elements — this is a mechanical collimation tool, not a viewing eyepiece. At 35 mm in diameter, 45 mm long and 45 g, it threads onto the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-newtonian-collimating-tube-crosshair\"\u003eNewtonian Collimating Tube with Crosshair\u003c\/a\u003e for a combined Cheshire-eyepiece setup, or works on its own for a quick sighting check.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Newtonian reflector and adjust your own mirror collimation, or if you run a Cassegrain or Ritchey-Chrétien telescope and check secondary mirror alignment between imaging sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMachined aluminum body:\u003c\/strong\u003e holds a consistent, repeatable fit in the focuser or eyepiece holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFixed 1.25″ barrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e drops straight into any standard visual back or drawtube, no adapter needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflective sighting face:\u003c\/strong\u003e shows the primary mirror or secondary assembly reflected back through the peephole, centered when collimation is correct.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and pocketable:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 mm diameter, 45 mm long, 45 g — easy to keep with your other collimation tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical \/ Mechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tool is a simple sighting tube: a small peephole at the eye end and a reflective surface at the objective end, with an M36.4 x 1 male thread on the objective side. Used alone, it gives you a fast go\/no-go check of primary mirror centering on a Newtonian. Threaded onto the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-newtonian-collimating-tube-crosshair\"\u003eNewtonian Collimating Tube with Crosshair\u003c\/a\u003e, the two work together as a Cheshire eyepiece — the tube supplies a wire crosshair reference, and this eyepiece supplies the sighting hole, giving you a repeatable reference point for centering the secondary mirror shadow on Takahashi Epsilon astrographs and other Newtonian designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/TKA00441-schema.png?v=1786912645\" alt=\"Takahashi collimating eyepiece TKA00441 half-section dimensional schematic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePre-session collimation checks on Newtonian reflectors; secondary mirror centering on Cassegrain and Ritchey-Chrétien telescopes; a first-pass sighting reference before fine-tuning with a laser collimator or star test.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits any 1.25″ (31.75 mm) focuser drawtube or eyepiece holder. The M36.4 x 1 male thread on the objective end mates with the Newtonian Collimating Tube with Crosshair for combined Cheshire-eyepiece alignment on Newtonian and astrograph optical tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt has no lens elements.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is built for sighting down the optical axis, not for viewing the night sky — a standard eyepiece handles that job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt does not include a crosshair.\u003c\/strong\u003e The crosshair reference for secondary mirror centering comes from the paired Newtonian Collimating Tube, which threads on separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It inserts into the focuser exactly like an eyepiece, with nothing to calibrate before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChecking whether a Newtonian primary mirror or a Cassegrain\/RC secondary is centered on the optical axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work for astrophotography setups?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a visual alignment tool used before imaging, not a component of the imaging train itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need the collimating tube as well?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a full Cheshire-eyepiece setup with a crosshair reference on a Newtonian, yes — the two are designed to thread together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA machined 1.25″ sighting tool for checking mirror alignment on Newtonian, Cassegrain and Ritchey-Chrétien telescopes, usable alone for a quick check or threaded to the collimating tube for a full Cheshire-eyepiece reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047077204079,"sku":"TKA00441","price":73.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tce0020_2_2.jpg?v=1786912905"},{"product_id":"takahashi-tube-holder-125s-with-plate-fsq-106edx4","title":"Takahashi Tube Holder 125S with Plate (FSQ-106EDX4)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis double-clamp tube holder is sized to the 125mm tube diameter shared by the TSA-120 and FSQ-106EDX4, and it ships with its mounting plate for direct attachment to a dovetail-equipped mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a TSA-120 or FSQ-106EDX4 and need the tube holder and its plate as a matched set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-clamp ring pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e sized to a 125mm tube diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting plate included:\u003c\/strong\u003e no separate plate purchase needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits both the TSA-120 and the FSQ-106EDX4.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting the TSA-120 or FSQ-106EDX4 optical tube to a dovetail-equipped equatorial mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSized for the 125mm tube diameter of the TSA-120 and FSQ-106EDX4. If you are fitting a different Takahashi optical tube, send us the model and we will confirm the fit before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the 125mm holder:\u003c\/strong\u003e it does not fit smaller-diameter Takahashi tubes such as the 95mm FC-100D \/ FSQ-85EDX series.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the plate ships with the holder, so the tube clamp and the mount attachment arrive as one matched set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tube diameter does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e125mm — the TSA-120 and FSQ-106EDX4.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it include the mounting plate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 125mm double-clamp tube holder with its mounting plate included, fitting the TSA-120 and FSQ-106EDX4.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047077236847,"sku":"TKA29420S","price":638.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tsa-120-tube-holder-125s-tsa0121-b_600x_baa34e81-b914-48b1-b652-1b3502ebe01f.jpg?v=1786912907"},{"product_id":"takahashi-large-accessory-mounting-plate-njp-em-500-mounts","title":"Takahashi Large Accessory Mounting Plate (NJP \u0026 EM-500 Mounts)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis flat accessory mounting plate measures 300 x 220 x 10mm and attaches to an NJP or EM-500 equatorial mount saddle, giving you a flat surface for accessory rings, a second optical tube, or counterweight hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you run an NJP or EM-500 mount and need a flat accessory surface beyond the standard saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e300 x 220 x 10mm plate stock:\u003c\/strong\u003e a large, flat mounting surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSized for the NJP and EM-500 saddle pattern.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlat surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e accepts accessory rings, dovetail bars, or a piggyback optical tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePiggybacking a second optical tube or guide scope, mounting accessory rings or counterweight hardware, and general accessory carrying on an NJP or EM-500.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits the NJP and EM-500 mount saddle pattern. Takahashi's own listing gives attaching an FS-152 as one example use — the plate's flat pattern works with any accessory or ring set that matches its hole spacing. If you are matching a specific optical tube or ring set to this plate, send us the setup and we will confirm the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the large-format plate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takahashi's smaller plates, such as the Accessory Plate M-type (S) and the Flat Plate, are different sizes built for different mounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it bolts to the NJP or EM-500 saddle like any accessory plate, and the flat surface takes standard ring or dovetail hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size is it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e300 x 220 x 10mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat mounts does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NJP and EM-500.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 300 x 220 x 10mm accessory plate for the NJP and EM-500, carrying accessory rings, a second optical tube, or counterweight hardware on the mount saddle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047078613103,"sku":"TMP02100","price":710.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tmp0210_2_6.jpg?v=1786912926"},{"product_id":"takahashi-newtonian-collimating-tube-crosshair","title":"Takahashi Newtonian Collimating Tube with Crosshair","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Newtonian Collimating Tube with Crosshair is a machined alignment tool built for centering the secondary mirror on Takahashi's Epsilon-series Newtonian astrographs. 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The crosshair wire is taped across a notch at the tube end and can be replaced if it's ever damaged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/TKA00442-schema.png?v=1786912644\" alt=\"Takahashi Newtonian collimating tube TKA00442 half-section dimensional schematic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecondary mirror collimation on Takahashi Epsilon 130D, Epsilon 160ED and Epsilon 180ED astrographs; paired use with the Collimating Eyepiece for a full Cheshire-style alignment check before an imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThreads via M36.4 x 1 to the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-collimating-eyepiece-newtonians-cassegrains\"\u003eCollimating Eyepiece\u003c\/a\u003e (TKA00441), which is sold separately and required to complete the Cheshire-eyepiece assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt ships without the Collimating Eyepiece.\u003c\/strong\u003e The two parts are sold separately and thread together to form the full Cheshire-eyepiece assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi matches it to its own Epsilon astrographs.\u003c\/strong\u003e If you're aligning a different Newtonian, send us the model and we can help you work out the right collimation tool for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It threads onto the Collimating Eyepiece by hand, and the crosshair is already fitted at the factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCentering the secondary mirror on a Takahashi Epsilon astrograph as part of routine collimation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need any other accessories?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the Collimating Eyepiece (TKA00441) threads onto this tube to complete the Cheshire-eyepiece assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work on non-Takahashi Newtonians?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakahashi designs it around its own Epsilon-series secondary mirror geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA crosshair-equipped alignment tube matched to Takahashi's Epsilon astrographs, threading to the Collimating Eyepiece for a complete Cheshire-style secondary mirror check.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047078645871,"sku":"TKA00442","price":91.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tce0030_2_2.jpg?v=1786912929"},{"product_id":"takahashi-tube-rings-for-toa-150","title":"Takahashi Tube Rings for TOA-150","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis two-part bridged tube ring set is sized to the 179mm tube diameter of the TOA-150B, finished in Takahashi-matched paint with a protective interior lining.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a TOA-150B and need its matched tube ring set for mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-part bridged design:\u003c\/strong\u003e sized to a 179mm tube diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi-matched paint finish.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterior lining:\u003c\/strong\u003e protects the tube's finish where the rings clamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnurled locking knobs:\u003c\/strong\u003e tool-free clamping and release.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting the TOA-150B optical tube to a dovetail-equipped equatorial mount rated for its payload.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSized for the 179mm tube diameter of the TOA-150B. If you are fitting this ring to a different Takahashi optical tube, send us the model and we will confirm the fit before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the 179mm ring set built for the TOA-150B:\u003c\/strong\u003e it does not fit smaller Takahashi tube diameters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the bridged halves open on the knurled locking knobs, seat around the tube, and close without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tube diameter does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e179mm — the TOA-150B.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the interior lining do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt protects the tube's paint finish where the rings clamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 179mm two-part bridged tube ring set for the TOA-150B, in matched paint with a protective liner and knurled locking knobs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047078973551,"sku":"TKA32420","price":1051.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tfk1510_2_6.jpg?v=1786912945"},{"product_id":"takahashi-collimating-telescope-refractors-cassegrains-ritchey-chretiens","title":"Takahashi Collimating Telescope for Refractors, Cassegrains \u0026 Ritchey-Chretiens","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi Collimating Telescope is a 6x18mm sighting scope built for aligning refractor, Ritchey-Chrétien and classical Cassegrain optics, including Takahashi's own Mewlon-250CRS, Mewlon-300CRS and CCA-250. It threads directly into the focuser on an M36.4 x 1 male thread and uses a 45-degree angled eyepiece for a comfortable viewing position while sighting down the optical axis. At 210 mm long, 40 mm in diameter and 235 g, it comes with a four-page instruction manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Takahashi Mewlon Dall-Kirkham telescope, a CCA-250, or a refractor with a focal length of 820 mm or longer, and you check collimation as part of your setup routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6x18mm sighting optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e a magnified, focused view down the optical axis for precise alignment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45-degree angled eyepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps the viewing position comfortable regardless of where the focuser points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM36.4 x 1 male thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e threads directly into the focuser drawtube, the same interface as the Collimating Eyepiece and Collimating Tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual focus:\u003c\/strong\u003e extend or retract the eyepiece to bring the sighting image into focus.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical \/ Mechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike the Collimating Eyepiece, this is a true 6x18mm achromatic sighting telescope rather than a bare peephole. You focus it by extending and retracting the eyepiece tube by hand, and the 45-degree mirror redirects the view for a comfortable angle regardless of where the telescope is pointed. The magnified image makes fine centering errors easier to see than a direct sighting tool would.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/TKA00443-schema.png?v=1786912644\" alt=\"Takahashi TKA00443 collimating telescope dimensional schematic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollimating Mewlon-180C, Mewlon-210, Mewlon-250CRS and Mewlon-300CRS Dall-Kirkham telescopes; centering the secondary mirror on the CCA-250; checking objective alignment on refractors of 820 mm focal length or longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThreads via M36.4 x 1 male into any focuser accepting that thread, matching the interface used by Takahashi's Collimating Eyepiece and Collimating Tube. Also compatible with GSO, PlaneWave and RCOS Cassegrain and Ritchey-Chrétien tubes that have a marked secondary mirror for collimation reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt isn't built for relay-lens Cassegrains.\u003c\/strong\u003e Takahashi doesn't recommend it on Cassegrain designs that use a relay lens as part of the optical path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThird-party RCs need a marked secondary to use it.\u003c\/strong\u003e On GSO, PlaneWave and RCOS tubes that means a secondary mirror with a collimation mark; if you're not sure your tube has one, send us the model and we'll help you check.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it threads into the focuser exactly like an eyepiece, and focus is a simple extend-and-retract adjustment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAligning the optical axis on Takahashi Mewlon Dall-Kirkham telescopes, the CCA-250, and refractors of 820 mm focal length or longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work on Cassegrains generally?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn classical Cassegrain and Ritchey-Chrétien designs with a marked secondary, yes; not on designs that use a relay lens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes in the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collimating telescope and a four-page instruction manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 6x18mm sighting scope for aligning Takahashi Mewlon, CCA-250 and long-focal-length refractor optics, threading directly into the focuser and focusing by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047079366767,"sku":"TKA00443","price":355.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/takahashi_collimating_scope_2_2.jpg?v=1786912971"},{"product_id":"takahashi-1-25-adapter-for-2-diagonal","title":"Takahashi 1.25\" Adapter for 2\" Diagonal","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 1.25″ Adapter for 2″ Diagonal converts any Takahashi 2″ (50.8 mm) diagonal or focuser drawtube down to a standard 1.25″ (31.75 mm) eyepiece barrel. It's a simple mechanical sleeve: 50.8 mm male on the telescope side, 31.75 mm female on the eyepiece side, with two knurled thumbscrews to lock the eyepiece in place. At 50 g and adding just 11 mm of light path, it lets you run 1.25″ eyepieces, Barlows and cameras through 2″ fittings without swapping the diagonal itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Takahashi 2″ diagonal or 2″ focuser and also use 1.25″ eyepieces, a Barlow, or a compact accessory built on the smaller barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50.8 mm male sleeve:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits directly into any 2″ diagonal, focuser drawtube, or visual back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e31.75 mm female barrel:\u003c\/strong\u003e accepts standard 1.25″ eyepieces, Barlows and accessories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo knurled thumbscrews:\u003c\/strong\u003e lock the inserted accessory in place without tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimal light path:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds 11 mm to your optical path — a figure worth accounting for against your back focus target. See the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/takahashi-back-focus-guide\"\u003eTakahashi Back Focus Guide\u003c\/a\u003e for how it compares to other Takahashi adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSwitching between 1.25″ and 2″ eyepieces on the same 2″ diagonal; mounting a 1.25″ Barlow or compact eyepiece-based camera behind a 2″ visual back; running 1.25″ accessories on any Takahashi telescope drawtube fitted for 2″.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits the 2″ barrel on Takahashi diagonals, including the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-2-mirror-diagonal-with-1-25-adapter\"\u003e2″ Mirror Diagonal\u003c\/a\u003e, which ships with this exact adapter included as standard. Adds 11 mm of light path — worth checking against your backfocus target in the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/takahashi-back-focus-guide\"\u003eTakahashi Back Focus Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt's mechanical only.\u003c\/strong\u003e There's no optical element inside — it changes barrel size and nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt adds 11 mm to your light path.\u003c\/strong\u003e On a spacing-critical imaging train, that's worth accounting for; the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/takahashi-back-focus-guide\"\u003eTakahashi Back Focus Guide\u003c\/a\u003e lists it alongside every other Takahashi adapter, and we're glad to help you check the total.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it drops into the 2″ fitting and the two thumbscrews lock the eyepiece in place by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRunning 1.25″ eyepieces and accessories through a 2″ diagonal or focuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it come with the 2″ Mirror Diagonal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakahashi ships one with the 2″ Mirror Diagonal as standard; this listing is for the adapter sold on its own, for use on other 2″ fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it affect imaging spacing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt adds 11 mm of light path, which the Back Focus Guide accounts for alongside the rest of your imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 50 g mechanical sleeve that steps a 2″ (50.8 mm) diagonal or focuser down to a 1.25″ (31.75 mm) eyepiece barrel, adding 11 mm of light path along the way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047080611951,"sku":"TKA00111","price":77.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tka00111_1_3.jpg?v=1786913002"},{"product_id":"takahashi-2-mirror-diagonal-with-1-25-adapter","title":"Takahashi 2\" Mirror Diagonal with 1.25\" Adapter","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2″ Mirror Diagonal with 1.25″ Adapter is Takahashi's full-aperture visual diagonal, built to the same 1\/10-wave optical standard as the secondary mirrors in its Epsilon astrographs. It accepts a 2″ (50.8 mm) barrel on both the telescope and eyepiece sides, with a 106.5 mm light path, and ships with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-1-25-adapter-for-2-diagonal\"\u003e1.25″ Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e (TKA00111) included so you can run 1.25″ eyepieces through the same diagonal. The diagonal mirror alone weighs 460 g; with the adapter fitted, the complete kit is 505 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you observe visually through a Takahashi refractor or Newtonian and want full 2″ aperture through the diagonal rather than the light loss of stepping down to 1.25″ early in the light path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFull 2″ (50.8 mm) clear aperture:\u003c\/strong\u003e passes the full cone of light from wide-field 2″ eyepieces without the vignetting a 1.25″ diagonal introduces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\/10-wave mirror figure:\u003c\/strong\u003e matched to the optical standard Takahashi uses on its own telescope secondaries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully blackened interior:\u003c\/strong\u003e controls internal reflections and stray light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25″ Adapter included:\u003c\/strong\u003e steps the eyepiece side down to 31.75 mm when you want 1.25″ eyepieces or accessories, at no extra light path cost beyond the adapter's own 11 mm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptical \/ Mechanical Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 90-degree mirror diagonal folds the visual light path for a comfortable viewing angle on a telescope pointed high. The mirror substrate carries a 1\/10-wave figure and Takahashi's mirror coating, and the housing accepts a 2″ (50.8 mm) barrel on the telescope side plus an M48 x 0.75 female thread, with a 2″ (50.8 mm) female barrel on the eyepiece side. Light path length through the diagonal is 106.5 mm — a figure to include when you're totaling backfocus for a visual train. See the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/takahashi-back-focus-guide\"\u003eTakahashi Back Focus Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/TKA00543-schema.png?v=1786912644\" alt=\"Takahashi TKA00543 2 inch mirror diagonal with 1.25 inch adapter dimensional schematic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWide-field visual observing with 2″ eyepieces; general-purpose visual diagonal for any Takahashi refractor or Newtonian with a 2″ focuser; stepped down to 1.25″ with the included adapter for higher-power eyepieces or a Barlow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits any 2″ (50.8 mm) focuser drawtube or visual back, either directly on the barrel or via the M48 x 0.75 thread. Not compatible with the classic FSQ-106, which uses a different focuser interface. Pairs with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/takahashi-1-25-adapter-for-2-diagonal\"\u003e1.25″ Adapter\u003c\/a\u003e (included) for 1.25″ eyepieces and accessories; the adapter is also sold separately if you need a spare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt's a visual accessory, not an imaging one.\u003c\/strong\u003e There's no camera-side thread — it's built for eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt isn't compatible with the classic FSQ-106.\u003c\/strong\u003e Takahashi notes this directly; if you're not sure which FSQ generation you have, send us your telescope's serial number and we'll confirm the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it drops into any 2″ focuser or visual back and locks with the same thumbscrews as any diagonal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull-aperture visual observing with 2″ eyepieces, and 1.25″ eyepieces once the included adapter is fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work for astrophotography?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a visual diagonal — mirror diagonals fold the light path for eye observing rather than a straight-through imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2″ mirror diagonal and the 1.25″ Adapter (TKA00111).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full-aperture, 1\/10-wave 2″ mirror diagonal that ships with a 1.25″ adapter included, giving you both eyepiece sizes off a single 106.5 mm light path.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047080644719,"sku":"TKA00543","price":709.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tdm0200_2_2.jpg?v=1786913032"},{"product_id":"takahashi-reducer-coupling-fsq-106ed-camera-angle-a","title":"Takahashi Reducer Coupling for FSQ-106ED Camera Angle A","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Reducer Coupling for FSQ-106ED Camera Angle A is a mechanical spacer built to seat the Mewlon CR \/ FSQ-106EDX4 0.73x Reducer inside the Camera Angle Adjuster on an FSQ-106ED telescope. It bridges the M92 and M72 thread interfaces of the CAA housing, positioning the reducer at the depth needed for infinity focus with Takahashi's standard TCA-4 and T-mount camera adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you run an FSQ-106ED with the Camera Angle Adjuster and want to add the 0.73x reducer to that same imaging train without changing your camera-side adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eM92-to-M72 coupling:\u003c\/strong\u003e bridges the reducer's thread to the Camera Angle Adjuster's housing thread.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePurpose-fit depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e positions the reducer inside the CAA at the spacing needed for infinity focus with standard TCA-4 and T-mount adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-purpose part:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds no optics of its own — it's a mechanical spacer only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdding the 0.73x reducer to an FSQ-106ED imaging train that already runs through the Camera Angle Adjuster; CCD and DSLR imaging setups using Takahashi's TCA-4 or T-mount camera adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt specifically for the FSQ-106ED's Camera Angle Adjuster and the Mewlon CR \/ FSQ-106EDX4 0.73x Reducer. It isn't a general-purpose coupling for other Takahashi reducers or camera angle adjusters. 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It holds the tube in a clamshell-style ring so the assembly can be mounted to a Takahashi mount, and a 1\/4-20 thread in the base means it also goes straight onto a standard photographic tripod. 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The 1\/4-20 base is the standard photographic thread, so any tripod head with a 1\/4-20 stud takes it. Takahashi lists several holders for the FSQ-106 family, including a double-ring version with a bridge plate for a guide scope — if you need to carry a guider, that is the one, and we stock it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo guidescope mount on this version:\u003c\/strong\u003e this holder carries the optical tube only. The double-ring holder with a bridge plate is the one that takes a guide scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTripod use is on the 1\/4-20 thread:\u003c\/strong\u003e a full-size FSQ-106 on a photo tripod wants a solid head under it — tell us what you are using and we will say whether it is up to the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the clamshell opens, the tube seats inside, and it closes around it. On a tripod it threads onto a 1\/4-20 stud like any camera plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich telescope does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FSQ-106 \"New Q\".\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mount it on a photo tripod?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — that is what the 1\/4-20 base thread is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mount a guide scope on it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNot on this holder. The double-ring version with a bridge plate is the one that carries a guider.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakahashi's clamshell holder for the FSQ-106 New Q, with a 1\/4-20 base that puts the tube on a photo tripod as readily as on a Takahashi mount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54085921865839,"sku":"TKA29429S","price":598.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tfk1010-nu_2_6.jpg?v=1787327329"},{"product_id":"takahashi-double-tube-holder-with-bridge-toa-130-fs-132","title":"Takahashi Double Tube Holder with Bridge (TOA-130 \/ FS-132)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese telescope tube mounting rings are designed for the Takahashi TOA-130 and FS-132 refractors. They attach the optical tube assembly to a Takahashi mount, and the set includes the bridge that joins the two rings into a single assembly. Two rings carry the tube across a span rather than clamping it at one point — the usual arrangement for Takahashi's longer refractors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a TOA-130 or an FS-132 and want the two-ring holder rather than a single clamshell.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDouble-ring construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e two ring positions along the tube rather than one clamp point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridge included:\u003c\/strong\u003e joins the rings into one assembly and provides the mount interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits the TOA-130 and FS-132:\u003c\/strong\u003e the two tubes share this holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting a TOA-130 or FS-132 to a Takahashi equatorial mount for visual observing or deep-sky imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eListed by Takahashi for the TOA-130 and FS-132. The TOA-130 has been built in several variants — S, F, N, NFB and others — and Takahashi lists more than one holder across them, including a single clamshell and a 156 mm double-ring version. Send us your exact model and we will confirm which holder to send before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfirm your TOA-130 variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e the tube has been produced in several versions and they do not all take the same holder. It takes one message and we will check it against your model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe bridge is included:\u003c\/strong\u003e this is a complete two-ring assembly rather than rings alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — the rings open to seat the tube and close around it, and the bridge bolts to the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich telescopes does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TOA-130 and the FS-132.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the bridge plate included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the set includes the bridge that joins the two rings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it differ from the single TOA-130 clamshell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe clamshell is one piece carrying the tube at a single position; this set carries it at two, with a bridge between them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakahashi's double tube mounting rings with bridge for the TOA-130 and FS-132 — two-point mounting for their 130 mm-class refractors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54085922127983,"sku":"TKA27420T","price":952.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tsk1510_2_6.jpg?v=1787327347"},{"product_id":"takahashi-camera-angle-adjuster-caa-for-fs-78-fs-60c-fc-60e-and-sky-90-ii","title":"Takahashi Camera Angle Adjuster CAA for FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E and Sky 90 II","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi Camera Angle Adjuster (CAA) is a mechanical camera rotator that sits between the focuser drawtube of an FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E or Sky 90 II and the camera behind it. It turns to put the framing where you want it, then locks so the angle holds through a run of exposures.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere are no optics inside it. It is a rotating mechanical coupling, and it takes Takahashi wide-mount T-rings on the camera side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you image with an FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E or Sky 90 II and want to set composition at the telescope. Rotating the camera at the focuser is quicker than unclamping the tube in its rings and rebalancing, and it lets you repeat a framing between sessions instead of guessing at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt suits anyone shooting elongated targets — edge-on galaxies, long nebulae, comet tails — where the angle of a rectangular sensor decides how much of the object lands on the chip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRotates and locks:\u003c\/strong\u003e set the camera angle, lock it, and the framing stays put for the sequence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical only:\u003c\/strong\u003e no optical elements, so it does not change focal length, focal ratio or correction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide-mount T-ring interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e accepts Takahashi wide-mount T-rings on the camera side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatched to a specific set of tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e built for the FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E and Sky 90 II drawtube rather than as a universal fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi system part:\u003c\/strong\u003e appears on Takahashi's own FS-60CB system chart as CAA (SKY90), reference TKA21200.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFraming deep-sky targets on a DSLR, mirrorless or dedicated astronomy camera. 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The two are close in name and one digit apart in reference number, so it is worth checking which one your telescope and imaging train call for — send us your setup and we will confirm which of the two fits.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical adapter only:\u003c\/strong\u003e there are no optics and no electronic communication with the camera. It changes the angle of the camera and nothing else about the image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA T-ring is needed as well:\u003c\/strong\u003e the CAA presents the Takahashi wide-mount interface, and the T-ring that matches your camera body is bought separately. We stock Takahashi's wide-mount rings and can pair the right one to your camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi does not publish dimensional figures for this part:\u003c\/strong\u003e no thread specification, optical length or weight appears in their own material for TKA21200. If you are working out a backfocus total, send us the rest of your train and we will measure the part and work the numbers through with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits a defined list of tubes:\u003c\/strong\u003e it is made for the FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E and Sky 90 II. Other Takahashi refractors take their own camera angle adjuster, and we can point you to the matching one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It threads into the imaging train once, and after that setting the angle is a matter of loosening the lock, turning the camera to the framing you want, and tightening it again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it actually do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt rotates the camera relative to the telescope so you can choose how the target sits on the sensor, then locks that angle so it does not drift during a sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich telescopes does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E and Sky 90 II.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need anything else to use it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Takahashi wide-mount T-ring to match your camera. Nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as the CAA-S?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The CAA-S is TKA21200N and is a separate part. This one is TKA21200. If you are unsure which your setup takes, tell us the telescope and camera and we will work it out with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it affect the image?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly the framing. There is no glass in it, so focal length, focal ratio and correction are unchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA mechanical camera rotator for the FS-78, FS-60C, FC-60E and Sky 90 II that sets the framing angle and locks it, taking Takahashi wide-mount T-rings on the camera side.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54169473679471,"sku":"TKA21200","price":451.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tfp7100_2_6.jpg?v=1788017484"},{"product_id":"takahashi-11-lb-counterweight-for-em-200-mount","title":"Takahashi 11 lb Counterweight for EM-200 Mount","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tcw02300-1.jpg\" alt=\"Takahashi 11 lb Counterweight for EM-200 Mount\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi 11 lb Counterweight for EM-200 Mount is an 11 lb counterweight for the Takahashi EM-200 equatorial mount, part number TCW02300. 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Send us your mount model and we will confirm the part with Takahashi before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount fit not published:\u003c\/strong\u003e we confirm compatibility with Takahashi on request.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you help me choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with your telescope, mount and the rest of your setup, and we will confirm this is the right Takahashi part before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: a Takahashi balance extension shaft, part TPS25020, sold by part number.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68047897395311,"sku":"TPS25020","price":64.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tps25020.jpg?v=1793222867"},{"product_id":"takahashi-sr-ll-extra-long-tripod-for-em-400","title":"Takahashi SR-LL Extra Long Tripod for EM-400","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/twt50040_3.jpg\" alt=\"Takahashi SR-LL Extra Long Tripod for EM-400\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Takahashi SR-LL Extra Long Tripod for EM-400 is the SR-LL extra-long tripod, listed by Takahashi America for the EM-400 mount, part number TWT50040. Takahashi America lists the SR-LL as an extra-long tripod for the EM-400. Takahashi does not publish its height, leg range, or weight on the product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you run an EM-400 and want more height under the mount than its standard tripod gives, for example with a long refractor or when you observe standing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakahashi America lists the SR-LL for the EM-400 mount. Height and weight are not published; we can confirm them with Takahashi before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight and weight not published:\u003c\/strong\u003e contact us and we will get the figures from Takahashi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge, heavy item:\u003c\/strong\u003e shipping is quoted for a full-size tripod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you help me choose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e with your telescope, mount and the rest of your setup, and we will confirm this is the right Takahashi part before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: Takahashi's extra-long tripod for the EM-400, for setups that need more height under the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68047897428079,"sku":"TWT50040","price":1340.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/twt50040_3.jpg?v=1793222867"}],"url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/collections\/takahashi-accessories.oembed?page=2","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}