3-Camera Wide Field Astrograph

Here is a CAD rendering of a 3-camera astrograph assembly and off axis guidescope. The parts are with a local machinist being made. I hope to have it operational next month.

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Here is a rendering of it in the RoboDome

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It has been a busy month for things not astronomy. Just got back from Korea after finishing work on an 18" interferometer.

After a long flight and a restful night I made the 3.5hour drive to Serria Chaparral Observatory and finished the installation of the new 3-camera astrograph. It is now operational; so I'll be posting some wide field images soon... Here is the astrograph in the dome. The photo was taken this AM Sept 2, 2014... Dave

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hi,

I have fond memories of getting custom machined parts for my C8 back in the day. I still have them today! The personal touch is priceless, and it enables you to use the cameras and equipment of your choice, rather than fit a stamped out design.

Paul