Posts Made By: Gary Carter

Joe Baldwin said:

I think the Handbook of Astronomical Image processing by Berry and Burnell is a much better reference.

I'll second this opinion. AIP4Win provides very concise examples and a thorough explanation of the theory behind the pretty pictures. A must for those who want to understand the science/physics behind the art/image.

Definitely in the Heron family....maybe a "Little Blue"?

Purdy as a postcard! 8)

I must echo the sentiment

"oh please stop! You’re killin’ me! Listen here GeekOPS, you go right ahead and continue on with your little playtime fantasy. Myself and the others here have better things to do than listen to you........ So, we are all off to more intellectually stimulating topics and say goodbye to you and all your multiple personality dissorders. Bye, bye!"

For anyone interested I contacted Kasai Trading Co....here's the reply: (Used with permission of Kasai-san)


".... our EWV-32mm is mostly identical to UO 32mm Konig MK-80; same manufacturer and same lens elements. Only the metal parts are different."

For those looking for a copy this particular eyepiece there is good news; It is still available in the form of the Extra WideVue - 32mm from http://www.kasai-trading.jp/extrawidevue.htm

Michael,

If it is an expensive eyepiece I'd consider sending in for cleaning before doing this myself. Eyepieces can be complicated to disassemble and reassemble correctly, especially for the inexperienced. This is what is going to be required to address the issue you describe.

If it isn't an expensive item, however, it could be a great learning experience for you. There is quite a bit of good information available here on AM and on the web. Some of the key things you'll have to consider include:

1) Get familiar with the construction of different eyepiece designs you will be cleaning (lens elements, groups, and the mechanical housings).
2) Determine what tools you'll need to take the eyepiece apart and put it back together without damaging it.
3) Setup a very clean, dust-free environment to perform the cleaning process.
4) Learn what cleaning agents to use (and which ones NOT to use), and other expendable items to use to clean the surfaces of the lens elements.
5) A strategy for keeping the lenses clean while handling them during the reassembly steps. (i.e. lint-free gloves used in clean-room environments work well)

Note: The biggest challenge is noting the arrangement of the lens elements in the various groups during dis-assembly...
You will need to be certain you are able to mate the exact lens surfaces together in the exact same order.
It can be tricky to take the lens apart and preserve this condition throughout the cleaning process.
You will need to be methodical in your approach.

"Albert Einstein Action Figure".....hmmmmm.....that has got to be as rare as hen's teeth!

No, Vendors cannot receive ratings good, bad, or indifferent....

If the seller was also a dealer or OEM/ATM, you cannot leave feedback for them in the Classifieds - I'm certain the same holds true in Auctions.
I'm not sure about regular sellers on Auctions.

Try using a Polarizer filter - one that fits the bottom of your eyepiece so you can "dial it in" by rotating the eyepiece. I would also recommend using a Baader Neodymium Filter in the light dome you are in. This greatly reduces many negative effects city lights will cause.