Farpoint V-to-D Dovetail Adapter Saddle (Vixen to Losmandy) with Spacer Pucks

Product Overview

Run your V-bar telescope on a D-size mount — spacer pucks included.

The Farpoint V-to-D Dovetail Adapter Saddle lets a telescope carrying a Vixen-style (V-size) dovetail bar mount on a D-size (Losmandy-style) telescope mount. Machined of sturdy aluminum with a black anodized finish, it bridges the two standards so your smaller tube rides your heavy-duty mount without re-barring anything. Spacer pucks are included. CNC-machined in the USA.

Who Is This Product Best For?

This product is designed for telescope owners and astrophotographers who use Vixen-style (V-size) dovetail hardware. It is an ideal choice if you need a precision-machined, reliable mounting solution that integrates with the Vixen-style (V-size) ecosystem of plates, saddles, and accessories.

Why Choose This Product?

• Precision machined: CNC-machined and anodized for a tight, secure fit on Vixen-style (V-size) hardware.
• Built to last: Aircraft-grade aluminum construction resists flexing under load and holds alignment.
• Trusted brand: Farpoint Astro is a respected name in telescope mounting hardware, made in the USA.

Recommended Uses

Use this telescope dovetail adapter for visual observing and astrophotography setups that rely on the Vixen-style (V-size) dovetail standard, including mounting optical tubes, guide scopes, cameras, and accessories.

Compatibility and Accessory Notes

Key compatibility and fit details:

• Function: Mounts V-size (Vixen-style) dovetail bars on D-size (Losmandy-style) mounts
• Clamps: V-size (Vixen-style) dovetail bars
• Mounts to: D-size (Losmandy-style) saddles
• Includes: Spacer pucks
• Material: Black anodized aluminum
• Construction: CNC-machined in the USA

Important Limitations

This is a Vixen-style (V-size) component and is not compatible with D-size (Losmandy-style) hardware unless an adapter is used. Verify your telescope's mounting pattern and your mount's saddle width before purchasing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which direction does it convert?
This saddle puts a telescope with a V-size (Vixen-style) bar onto a D-size (Losmandy-style) mount . It clamps into your mount's D saddle and grips your telescope's V bar on top. For the opposite conversion, see the D-to-V adapter assembly .

Why would I run a V-bar scope on a D-size mount?
It's the common upgrade path: you move to a heavy-duty mount with a D-size saddle, but your refractor or small SCT still carries its Vixen bar. This adapter bridges the gap — no re-barring, no drilling, and the scope still drops onto smaller V-size mounts when you travel.

What are the spacer pucks for?
The included spacer pucks raise the saddle for extra clearance — easier access to clamping knobs in some mount configurations. Use them if your setup needs the height; leave them off if it doesn't.

Our Recommendation

If you run a Vixen-style (V-size) setup, the Farpoint V-to-D Dovetail Adapter Saddle (Vixen to Losmandy) with Spacer Pucks is a dependable, precision choice that will integrate cleanly with the rest of your Farpoint dovetail system. Ontario Telescope and Accessories stocks the full Farpoint lineup to help you build a complete, matched mounting solution.