{"product_id":"sky-watcher-ota-mounting-plate-170mm-for-eq3-eq5","title":"SkyWatcher OTA Mounting Plate 170mm for EQ3 EQ5","description":"\u003c!-- jacobs-auto-desc v1 --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003eSecure your optical tube assembly with rock-solid stability using the genuine Sky-Watcher 170mm Mounting Plate. Designed specifically for seamless integration with EQ3 and EQ5 mounts, this essential connection ensures your optical equipment stays firmly anchored during long observing sessions. Experience effortless balancing, dependable tube ring attachment, and complete peace of mind while exploring the night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003eDirect EQ Mount Fit\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eEngineered for EQ3 \u0026amp; EQ5\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003cpolygon points=\"12 2 2 7 12 12 22 7 12 2\"\u003e\u003c\/polygon\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"2 17 12 22 22 17\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"2 12 12 17 22 12\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003e170mm Length\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eCompact yet sturdy platform\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003ePrecision Built\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eRobust and hard-wearing\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"8\" r=\"7\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003cpolyline points=\"8.21 13.89 7 23 12 20 17 23 15.79 13.88\"\u003e\u003c\/polyline\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003e5-Year Warranty\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eFull manufacturer coverage\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;font-size:20px;\"\u003eDependable Mounting Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003eEquipping your telescope with the correct mounting hardware is crucial for achieving steady, vibration-free views. This plate connects directly to compatible Sky-Watcher tube rings, providing a rigid bridge between your optical tube and mount head. Whether setting up for a visual session or tracking targets across the meridian, you benefit from a firm, slip-free fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;font-size:20px;\"\u003eBuilt for Exact Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003eEngineered precisely for Sky-Watcher equatorial systems, this bar eliminates compatibility guesswork. The 170mm footprint provides ample structural support while keeping total equipment weight down to preserve your mount's payload capacity. It is an indispensable accessory for astronomers replacing a worn component or adapting new tube rings to an existing EQ3 or EQ5 setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #e06a0f;background:#FDF1E7;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Guaranteed 5-Year Protection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eManufactured with durability in mind and backed by Sky-Watcher's comprehensive 5-year manufacturer warranty for long-term observing confidence.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;font-size:20px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul 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