{"product_id":"takahashi-clamshell-tube-holder-long-fc-100df-fc-100dl-fc-100dc","title":"Takahashi Clamshell Tube Holder, Long (FC-100DF \/ FC-100DL \/ FC-100DC)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the long-format clamshell tube holder for the Takahashi FC-100DF, FC-100DL and FC-100DC refractors. A clamshell opens along its length, seats around the optical tube, and closes to carry it — the long version spreads that grip over a greater span of the tube than the standard-length holder.\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 FC-100DF, FC-100DL or FC-100DC and want the longer clamshell rather than the standard one — particularly on the DL, which is the longest tube of the three.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong-format clamshell:\u003c\/strong\u003e a greater bearing length along the tube than the standard holder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits the FC-100D series:\u003c\/strong\u003e the DF, DL and DC share the same tube diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-piece holder:\u003c\/strong\u003e one clamshell rather than a two-ring and bridge-plate assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMounting an FC-100DF, FC-100DL or FC-100DC to a Takahashi equatorial mount for visual observing or imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits the FC-100DF, FC-100DL and FC-100DC, which share a tube diameter. Takahashi also builds a standard-length clamshell for the same series — if you are unsure which length suits your tube and mount, send us the model and we will confirm which one to send.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is the long version:\u003c\/strong\u003e Takahashi makes more than one clamshell for the FC-100D series. Worth a moment's check that the long holder is the one your setup calls for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSized to the FC-100D series:\u003c\/strong\u003e the bore is machined to that tube diameter and does not adjust to other Takahashi tubes.\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 on the lining, and it closes around it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich telescopes does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FC-100DF, FC-100DL and FC-100DC.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between this and the standard clamshell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBearing length. This one grips over a longer span of the tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe long-format Takahashi clamshell for the FC-100DF, DL and DC — a single-piece holder with a longer grip along the tube.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54085907644527,"sku":"TAK-TKA21420G","price":281.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tfk7110gt_1_2_6.jpg?v=1787326927","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/takahashi-clamshell-tube-holder-long-fc-100df-fc-100dl-fc-100dc","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}