Explore Scientific Finder Scope Mount

[Stev0]

Hey All,

I have and Explore Scientific ED80 scope with an odd mount. Adapters can be purchased to accommodate a standard dove tail mount but dont appear to be available through AU retailers.

I am wondering if anyone has an adapter or solved this through another option.

Image 1: Explore Scientific Mount:
https://explorescientificusa.com/products/ed80-essential-series-air-spaced-triplet-refractor

Image 2: Example of a Baader mount footing that appears to work and can be ordered through US/UK retailers
https://stargazerslounge.com/topic/279920-es-80ed-apo-triplet-finder-scope-bracket-change/

noted that i could probably 3d scan or fabricate something up.

Thanks in advance for any guidance you can provide.

[Eldest_Sibling]

Hello! I have an Explore Scientific/Bresser 127/1900 Maksutov, and with one of their proprietary types of finder-bases...

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I get my own Vixen-type finder-shoes here...

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000986503232.html?spm=a2g0s.904231 1.0.0.6bce4c4dPGstmb

...and dirt-cheap, as you can see.

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But if you'd rather order from close to home...

https://www.ozscopes.com.au/skywatcher-black-finder-scope-base.html

https://www.bintel.com.au/product/bintel-finderscope-dovetail-base-sct/

https://www.bintel.com.au/product/zwo-finder-shoe/

[Drac0]

You could go with the ES finder rings. None in stock right now but ProAstroz sells them.
https://proastroz.com/products/explore-scientific-50mm-finder-scope-rings-standard-height

[Stev0]

Hey there. thanks for your response. i called proAstroz and they had one in stock! Woohoo. thanks for your insights.

[Drac0]

Never trust what the website says. :rofl:

Glad you got one.