#19817 - Hercules Replacement Saddle for E-160

Description The #19817 saddle plate is part of the Hercules focuser kit for Takahashi's Epsilon-160 astrograph. Saddle plate replaces the native rack-and-pinion focuser with custom designed OPTEC-3600 dovetail mount allow addition of the Hercules focusing rotator. Order with Hercules and stock #17833 for complete motorized focuser package. Note: This replacement saddle plate includes the taller "B" style OPTEC-3600 dovetail plate which works for most Epsilon 160 telescopes. Some users require the shorter "C" style OPTEC-3600 dovetail plate to set the Hercules closer to the midpoint of travel. The #97012-C dovetail plate can be ordered separately or requested as a substitution for the taller #97012-B dovetail plate. Contact Optec Sales for details.