Farpoint Vixen Side by Side Connecting Bar

Product Overview

The side-by-side connecting bar and screws — bring your own saddles.

This is the connecting bar and screws from our Vixen Side by Side Dovetail Saddle — without the two saddles. If you already own Farpoint Vixen saddles, bolt them to this bar and you've built the same two-telescope rig for a fraction of the cost. 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 saddle 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:

• Configuration: 12″ side-by-side connecting bar — mounts two Vixen saddles for a two-telescope rig
• Includes: Connecting bar and screws only — saddles not included
• Bar standard: V-size (Vixen-style) — the bar drops into your mount's V-size saddle
• 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

What exactly is included?
The side-by-side connecting bar and its screws — nothing else. You supply the two Vixen saddles, such as our Sure Grip Vixen Saddle .

How does it attach to my mount?
The connecting bar is itself a Vixen-style dovetail — it drops into your mount's V-size saddle just like a single telescope would. The two saddles you add then each clamp a telescope's V-size bar.

Should I buy this or the complete version?
Buy this if you already own two Vixen saddles — it's the same bar at a fraction of the price. Starting from zero? The complete Side by Side Saddle arrives assembled and ready to run.

Our Recommendation

If you run a Vixen-style (V-size) setup, the Farpoint Vixen Side by Side Connecting Bar 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.