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Posts Made By: Ying Chan

June 10, 2007 10:08 PM Forum: Equipment Talk

Regarding Counterweight

Posted By Ying Chan

Hi I am currently using CPC925 SCT with WO carbon fiber 2" dielectric diagonal and agena 30mm 2" ultra wide(1lb and 4.1 oz). I heard that counterweight reduce the stress of the motor thus elimate the chances of screwing up the motor. The question is how can u tell if the accessories are too heavy? How can u check? btw I am using Alz-Alt mount. Is the above equipment too heavy? I have a dew shield as well

June 10, 2007 10:11 PM Forum: Eyepieces

Considering a second Ultra wide ep

Posted By Ying Chan

After purchasing Agena 30mm 2" Ultra wide angle and had a fantastic night using it at High Knob overlook in PA, I am looking for more Ultra wide angle eps. I am currently using CPC925 SCT. I am interested in buying a 13-17mm with 82 degree field. I found out that the WO UWAN 16mm sounds very good. I was wondering do I need this pricey ep since I have a long focal length scope. Also can u guys give me some opinion of other brands I should get for the best bang for the buck with 82 degree field. Also last question is it a big difference between 70 to 82 degrees