{"product_id":"takahashi-95mm-tube-holder-ring-fct-65","title":"Takahashi 95mm Tube Holder Ring (FCT-65)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 95 mm Takahashi tube holder ring for the FCT-65 optical tube. The ring clamps around the tube and provides the interface between the telescope and a Takahashi 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 an FCT-65 and need Takahashi's own holder rather than a generic third-party ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 mm bore:\u003c\/strong\u003e sized to the FCT-65 tube diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTakahashi holder ring:\u003c\/strong\u003e matches the mounting pattern and finish of Takahashi tubes and mounts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting the FCT-65 to a Takahashi equatorial mount for visual observing, wide-field imaging, or use as a guide scope on a larger rig.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fit is set by tube diameter: 95 mm, the FCT-65. The same 95 mm bore is shared by other Takahashi tubes in that size class — if you are matching this ring to a different model, send us the telescope and we will confirm it against the bore before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSized to one tube diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e the 95 mm bore is machined and does not adjust to another diameter.\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 ring opens, the tube seats inside, and it closes around it; the base bolts to the mount's dovetail or plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tube diameter does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e95 mm — the FCT-65.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit another Takahashi tube?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf that tube measures 95 mm at the ring position, yes. Tell us the model and we will check it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 95 mm Takahashi holder ring for the FCT-65 — the manufacturer's own mounting interface for that tube.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54085906956399,"sku":"TAK-TKA11420","price":244.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tka11420-1.jpg?v=1787326883","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/takahashi-95mm-tube-holder-ring-fct-65","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}