Telescopic searcher base with swallowtail plate — essential accessory for astronomical telescopes Key benefits Secure, repeatable mounting: The swallowtail plate and clamp provide a reliable, indexable connection so finderscopes, guide cameras, and other accessories stay aligned night after night. Faster setup and instrument changes: Quick clamp action lets you attach or remove accessories without tools, reducing time spent on field setup and collimation. Ready for imaging and observation: The included camera adapter makes it simple to add a camera for live-view or astrophotography workflows. What it does (functions) Telescopic searcher base with swallowtail plate base for mounting finderscopes and similar add-ons. Swallowtail clamp designed to accept compatible astronomical equipment using swallowtail/dovetail-style connections. Camera adapter included for direct use in astronomical observations and imaging setups. Compatibility and performance Works with accessories that use a swallowtail-style mounting interface, allowing repeatable alignment and quick swaps. Engineered for practical field and observatory use to keep optics and cameras registered to the same position each time you mount them. Acts as a key component in the optical train when installing finders, guide scopes, or small cameras on a telescope. Practical use scenarios Attaching and aligning a finderscope: Mount a finderscope on the swallowtail plate, clamp it securely, and keep the optical alignment stable through transportation and storage. Guiding for astrophotography: Install a guide camera on the plate via the included adapter and maintain repeatable positioning for autoguiding sessions. Quick accessory swaps in the field: Move between a finder, guide scope, or camera quickly during observing runs without losing alignment. Why customers choose this part Simplifies and speeds up telescope setup by providing a standardized swallowtail connection Keeps accessories aligned and repeatable for reliable observation and imaging Includes a camera adapter to integrate imaging gear immediately Package contents Telescopic searcher base with swallowtail plate base Swallowtail clamp Camera adapter Use this accessory whenever your telescope setup calls for swallowtail-style mounting of finders, guide scopes, or cameras to improve stability, repeatability, and ease of use.