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45 degree diagonal

Started by hakescl, 07/15/2003 05:25PM
Posted 07/15/2003 05:25PM Opening Post
This question is for daytime observing with an ST-80. I want to get the full FOV with a 32mm Plossl and a 45 degree diagonal. Has anyone "upgraded" their 45 degree diagonal to one that has a larger clear apperture? Is it worth it? Any brand preferences?

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Charlie

Fort Lewis Observatory: (37.238, -108.052) ~2360m (7744 ft.) elevation.
Darkness - typically 6.5+
Scope - Meade 16" LX200; f6.3 focal reducer
Focus - JMI Smart focus
Camera - SBIG ST-10XE; (~.5"/pixel)
Guiding - AO-8 and/or Meade 5"/DSI/PHD
http://www.fortlewis.edu/observatory