Takahashi Epsilon-180ED: 180 mm f/2.8 astrograph, tube only
Epsilon-180ED tube only, compatible with Takahashi 232WS clamps. Top plate included with the clamps; the bottom plate and mount are separate.
CHF 4'131.33
Pair of 232WS clamps for the Epsilon-180ED, inner diameter 232 mm, weight 2.4 kg. Top plate included; does not include a bottom plate or dovetail.
CHF 516.56incl. Swiss VAT
Part Number TKA68420S
Will be ordered for you
Delivery time: 5 to 7 business days
Estimated shipping: Between November 23 and 24, 2026
The Takahashi 232WS double collars, part number TKA68420S, are designed to hold the Epsilon-180ED telescope. The stated inner diameter is 232 mm, and the total weight of the assembly is 2.4 kg. Be sure to use this complete part number when making your selection: an identical diameter alone does not make two assemblies interchangeable.
The set includes two clamps and an upper mounting plate. The mounting plate has holes and threaded holes that allow accessories to be mounted parallel to the main tube. Its length varies by model; no dimensions not listed in the table have been estimated based on the photograph.
These clamps are supplied without a bottom plate or a dovetail. Takahashi recommends the Platine S interface (TMP02300) for this model. This recommendation does not mean that the interface is included. A different mounting solution requires drill holes and center distances that are compatible with both the collars and your mount.
The unit is made of cast aluminum and features hand-finished details. The contact surfaces are protected by felt. Before use, check the bottom mount, the tightness of the tube, and the balance with the accessories actually installed. The mounting holes on the top plate do not, by themselves, guarantee compatibility with every guiding instrument or camera.
| Features | Value |
|---|---|
| Reference | TKA68420S |
| Name | 232WS |
| Inner diameter | 232 mm |
| Weight | 2.4 kg |
| Compatible tubes | Takahashi Epsilon-180ED Telescope |
| Recommended turntable | S Turntable (TMP02300) |
Pair of clamps and top plate. Does not include the bottom plate or dovetail; tube, mount, and accessories sold separately.
Here are a few accessories we've selected for this model, depending on your needs.
Epsilon-180ED tube only, compatible with Takahashi 232WS clamps. Top plate included with the clamps; the bottom plate and mount are separate.
Takahashi S lower plate recommended for 232WS collars; sold separately. Designed for EM-11 and EM-200 mounts with two M8 screws; check the hardware, total load, and balance.
Takahashi Flat TMP02400 bottom plate, specified by the manufacturer for this model of clamps. The plate and clamps are sold separately; check the compatibility of the mount, hardware, load capacity, and balance. This is not a Vixen tail.
