{"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":"TAK-TMP02100","price":715.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/tmp0210_2_6.jpg?v=1786912926","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/takahashi-large-accessory-mounting-plate-njp-em-500-mounts","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}