I'm very happy with the results of a recent refractor project using PVC and a lense objective from Surplus Shed. However, while the 1.25" R&P focuser that I purchased works really well on this scope it cost more than the rest of the scope combined. I'm considering building another smaller scope and was wondering if anyone has some really good plans or links to plans for building a simple but reliable sliding focuser with an adjustment for tension.
Plans for a nice slide focuser?
Started by gmanzero, 02/05/2003 06:11PM
Posted 02/05/2003 06:11PM
Opening Post
Posted 02/05/2003 07:00PM
#1
If you go to Home Depot or Lowes plumbing dept, they have pvc fittings that can be adapted in all sorts of ways. There is a standard chromed brass "nipple" that is flared at one end to 1.25" id and is 1.25" od on the other end. That piece in conjunction with a pvc fitting with a compression fitting typically used on sink drains will make a nice focuser.
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