Askar FMA180 Pro AF Kit

Advanced Focusing Solution for Astrophotography

• Enhanced Focusing Precision: The Askar FMA180 Pro AF Kit is designed to work seamlessly with ZWO's EAF (Electronic Automatic Focuser), enabling automatic and highly accurate focusing for your FMA180 Pro lens. This upgrade significantly improves the efficiency and accuracy of astronomical observation and astrophotography.

• Comprehensive Kit Components: The FMA180 Pro AF Kit includes a black square bracket for supporting the EAF, a synchronous belt, a synchronous pulley, locking screws, two M6×8 socket head cap screws, and four M4×8 button head screws. Please note that the FMA180 Pro and ZWO's EAF are not included in the kit.

• Step-by-Step Installation:

  1. Remove the Original Parts: Start by removing the original black dovetail plate and finder base from the FMA180 Pro.
  2. Attach the EAF Bracket: Use a 2.5mm wrench to connect the EAF bracket to the FMA180 Pro with two M4×8 button head screws.
  3. Connect the Synchronous Pulley: With a 1.2mm allen wrench, screw the M3×2 locking screws to connect the synchronous pulley to the EAF.
  4. Install the Synchronous Belt: Place the synchronous belt over the FMA180 Pro and the synchronous pulley.
  5. Secure the EAF: Adjust the EAF position, then secure it with two M4×8 button head screws. Finally, attach the FMA180 Pro with the bracket to the Vixen dovetail plate using two M6×8 socket head cap screws.

• Optimized for Astrophotography: By incorporating this AF kit, astronomy enthusiasts can achieve better focus precision, making it easier to capture high-quality images of celestial objects with the FMA180 Pro.

• Perfect for Advanced Setups: The Askar FMA180 Pro AF Kit is an ideal upgrade for those looking to enhance their astrophotography experience with automated focusing capabilities.

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