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Optec Inc. C14 FastFocus Secondary Mirror Focuser: Advanced Focusing for Celestron EdgeHD Telescopes
Designed for Celestron C-14 Telescopes: Tailored specifically for Celestron C-14 and EdgeHD C1400 OTA with Fastar compatibility, enhancing their focusing capabilities.
Unique Focusing Mechanism: Employs a system where only the secondary mirror moves for focusing, mirroring the function of many professional telescopes.
Lockable Imaging Train: Allows the primary mirror and entire imaging train to be locked in place, avoiding flexure and tilt at the image plane for improved image quality.
Requires FocusLynx Controller Hub: To function optimally, this focuser requires the Optec FocusLynx Controller Hub (#19690).
Retrofit Kits for Older Models: Special retrofit kits are available for making older Celestron OTAs Fastar and FastFocus compatible.
Enhanced Network Control: Includes the option for a #19724 Split-Ethernet wiring kit, enabling networked focusing control.
Compatible with Various Software: FocusLynx dual-focus control hubs work with popular platforms like ASCOM, Alpaca, X2, and INDI.
Professional-Level Focusing Solution: Ideal for astrophotographers and astronomers seeking high-precision focusing without the limitations of back-focus.
Straightforward Integration: Designed for easy installation and compatibility with existing Celestron setups.
Robust and Reliable: Built with high-quality materials, ensuring durability and reliability for demanding astronomical applications.
Specifications
Mounting: Fits Celestron C-14 and EdgeHD C1400 OTA with Fastar capability
Collimation: Integrated push-pull mechanism with six #10-32 socket caps
Linear bearings: four 0.25" bore 3/4" closed circuit linear ball bearings
Lead screw: 1/4-20 tpi x 2-inch length
Motor: NPM 25mm flanged motor with 25:1 gearhead
Step Size: 7.8 micro inch (0.197micron)
Total Steps: 44800 steps
Total Travel: 0.350 inches (8.9mm) for secondary mirror
Net effective focal travel: approx. 1.75-inches at focal plane
