{"product_id":"takahashi-starbase-80-6x30-finder-with-bracket","title":"Takahashi Starbase 80 6x30 Finder with Bracket","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a complete 6x30 finder unit built for the Starbase 80 — a 30mm objective at fixed 6x magnification, supplied together with its mounting bracket. It locates objects outside the main tube's narrow field so you can center them before switching to the eyepiece.\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 a Starbase 80 and need the matched finder-and-bracket set for target acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30mm objective, fixed 6x magnification:\u003c\/strong\u003e wide enough field to star-hop before centering a target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracket included:\u003c\/strong\u003e the finder and its mount ship together, matched to each other.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSized for the Starbase 80:\u003c\/strong\u003e mounts directly without an adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStar-hopping to deep-sky targets, centering objects before moving to the main eyepiece, and rough alignment before imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the Starbase 80; the bracket is matched and included in the set. If you are pairing this finder with a different telescope, send us the model 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\u003eFinder and bracket ship together:\u003c\/strong\u003e there is no separate bracket to source or match.\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 bracket is included and matched to the Starbase 80, so there is no separate finder-to-bracket fitting to work out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat magnification and aperture does it have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6x30 — a 30mm objective at fixed 6x magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finder body and its mounting bracket together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it best used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLocating objects outside the main tube's field before centering them at the eyepiece or in the imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA matched 6x30 finder-and-bracket set for the Starbase 80, with a 30mm objective and fixed 6x magnification, ready to mount.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047075369071,"sku":"TAK-SBP08110","price":132.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/sbp08110_3.jpg?v=1786912743","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/takahashi-starbase-80-6x30-finder-with-bracket","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}