scarp15 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 I am considering removing the Telrad base plate on one of my scopes. Would anyone know of or recommend where to get suitable replacement double sided tape?Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker1947 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 You may find heating the tube under or around the existing tape may allow it to be removed and used on another tube....spare bases are cheapish......less than a tenner.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oddsocks Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 RS (UK) carry a large range of suitable tapes but you do need to set up an account to buy on line and postage charges etc add quite a bit to small order costs.Maplin also carry an inexpensive 0.9mm thick tape that can be used but it is not as thick as the original Telrad tape which is around 2mm thick.So to get good adhesion over a large area and mould to the shape of the OTA you need to double it, stick two layers together and it works fine.http://www.maplin.co...foam-tape-33766William. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wookie1965 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 http://www.wilko.com/glue-adhesives-and-correction/sellotape-sticky-fixers-permanent-x-56/invt/0210689?VBMST=double%20sided%20sticky%20tabsI have used these to great effect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TwoPi Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 You may find heating the tube under or around the existing tape may allow it to be removed and used on another tube....spare bases are cheapish......less than a tenner.... I've used a hairdryer to remove a similar sticky adhesive mount (for a helmet cam rather than a Telrad) and whilst it was very effective at removing the mount, the adhesive wasn't sticky enough to be re-used, so buying replacement tape is the way to go in my experience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scarp15 Posted September 8, 2013 Author Share Posted September 8, 2013 Thanks for the tips and suggestions everyone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshane Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Hi IainI use car number plate pads which are about 20p from car spares shops (independent ones). you'd need maybe 2-3 max. if you cannot find any then let me know and I can get/post some. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesF Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 Or there's this stuff:http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-Double-Sided-MOUNTING-TAPE-Strong-Heavy-Duty-Self-Adhesive-Sticky-Foam-/300606745562James 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neil1194 Posted September 8, 2013 Share Posted September 8, 2013 I use the thicker number plate strips that halfords stock 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinker1947 Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 Rothervalleyoptics.com do Telrad spare parts and one of the items is genuine replacement sticky pad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mav359 Posted October 22, 2013 Share Posted October 22, 2013 I used duct tape and simply taped the base to the OTA. Works a treat and didn't leave any mess when i had to move it to re-balance my scope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brantuk Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 This stuff is just nuts:https://www.toolandfix.com/everbuild-mammoth-powerful-grip-double-sided-tape-25mm-x-2-5m.html?gclid=CLP-yMaTsLoCFVMdtAod4VMAXgYou can get it at B'n'Q and you'll be able to lift a 25" dob by the Telrad lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirkster501 Posted October 24, 2013 Share Posted October 24, 2013 In the end I just drilled by Dob and mounted the telrad with M3 Bolts, nuts and split washers. Simples Modding a Dob is obligatory if you are a real astro nut 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woldsman Posted September 24, 2021 Share Posted September 24, 2021 Yorkshire Trading sell ultra tape Rhino double sided tape. It’s £1.49 for 19m. Excellent for car number plates, mirrors, sign fixing and telrads! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwings Posted September 25, 2021 Share Posted September 25, 2021 Gorrila tape. Goes on well. Sticks well and comes off with a good peeling action without marking the tube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwillett Posted October 7, 2021 Share Posted October 7, 2021 I'd be very careful with tape opr double sided pads for a telrad base. I left mine on a Brandon and it pulled the paint off. I designed a telrad base that fits onto 80mm tube rings, it works well. happy to share the designs and files if it helps. Rob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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