Optec Inc. DirectSync TEC Motor: Advanced Focusing Solution for TEC Large Telescopes

• Customized for TEC Large Focuser: Specially designed for the TEC Large Focuser used in APO140 and larger TEC scopes, ensuring precise compatibility.
• Direct Drive Motor with Temperature Sensor: Equipped with a new DirectSync digital motor featuring a built-in temperature sensor, offering enhanced focusing accuracy.
• Manual and Motorized Focusing: Allows easy disengagement for manual focusing, providing flexibility for both automated and manual control.
• Easy Installation: The motor kit is straightforward to install, providing a hassle-free digital focusing solution for large TEC telescopes.
• External FocusLynx Controller Required: Requires an external Optec FocusLynx controller for optimal performance and control.
• FocusLynx Accessory Compatibility: Supports additional accessories including the FocusLynx Controller, Hand Controller, and WiFi, enhancing functionality and convenience.
• Ideal for Advanced Astrophotography: Perfect for astrophotographers using large TEC telescopes who require a reliable, precise motorized focusing solution.
• Professional Grade Focusing Tool: Suitable for both amateur and professional astronomers seeking high-quality, robust motorized focusing systems.
• NOTE on TEC Focuser Transition: TEC has discontinued the native TEC Large Focuser, shifting to the FeatherTouch FTF3545 focuser in new OTA shipments. Optec offers the FocusLynx FT40 kit for motorizing the FTF3545 focuser.
• Continued Support for TEC Focuser: Optec continues to provide this customized motor solution for the original TEC Large Focuser, catering to existing TEC telescope owners.

Specifications

Compatible With 

• TEC APO110ED Large Focuser
• TEC APO140ED Large Focuser
• TEC APO160FL Large Focuser
• TEC APO180FL Large Focuser
• TEC APO250VT Large Focuser

• Motor Housing Width: 1.9" (48mm)
• Overall Length: 3.35" (85mm)
• Weight: 5.2 oz (150 g)
• Step Resolution: 1.25 micron per step
• Stepper Motor: Bi-polar NPM 15-ohm with 1:25 gearhead
• Connection to FocusLynx: Standard Ethernet cable (included)
• Temperature Probe: Integrated Digital Sensor type TMP04FT9Z
• Current Draw: Maximum draw approx. 350mA

Software and Docs

• Installation Instructions
• FocusLynx download page