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The adapter allows the connection of 3" accessories, such as star diagonals, to the large SC thread from Celestron

  • Connection telescope side - 3" female SC thread
  • Connection eyepiece side - 3" receptacle with ring clamp
  • Clamping with 3 knurled screws - included in the scope of delivery
135.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 weeks
 
 

Temperature sensor allows accurate control of ambient temperature to maintain focus position during temperature changes

  • The sensor is connected directly to the motor focus.
  • The outdoor temperature is measured and can automatically compensate the focus drift by changing the temperature via the corresponding software.
19.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

Equipped with USB-C, Bluetooth and rechargeable battery, the focus motor from ZWO allows precise motorized focusing of your telescope for astrophotography and observation.

  • USB-C connection for data transfer and power supply
  • Can be controlled via Bluetooth
  • Integrated rechargeable battery with up to one week of operating time
  • Can easily move up to 5 kg
  • ASCOM, ASIAIR and INDI are supported
  • The ZWO EAF works with all common astrophotography programs and the ASIAir
  • Can be controlled via smartphone or tablet
  • With versatile connection plate for all common focusers, e.g. from TS-Optics, Astro Tech, Feather Touch ...
  • On/off switch and focus buttons
379.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

The USB-C equipped focus motor from ZWO allows precise motorized focusing of your telescope for astrophotography and observation

  • USB-C port for data transfer and power supply
  • Can easily move up to 5 kg
  • ASCOM, ASIAIR and INDI are supported
  • The ZWO EAF works with all common astrophotography programs and the ASIAir
  • Can be controlled via smartphone or tablet
  • With versatile connection plate for all common focusers, e.g. from TS-Optics, Astro Tech, Feather Touch ...
  • Standard version with focus motor, connection rail and USB-C cable etc.
  • Handbox and temperature sensor available separately (included in the scope of delivery of the EAF Pro, see "Similar products")
259.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 
Adapterring M48x0,75 for ROAS
59.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 
Adapterring M54x0,75 for ROAS
59.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 
M68x1 Adapter for ROAS
59.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 
Safety ring for ROAS
59.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 

Equip the 3" RAP focuser from popular manufacturers such as TS-Optics, Omegon, APM, etc. with the Toup Tek for AAF motor focus syste.

  • Suitable for all 3" FOCR30, FOCR30S focusers and telescopes equipped with these focusers
  • Enables the use of the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system
  • Includes all mounting hardware; no additional accessories required
  • Simple and self-explanatory installation
  • Focuser and motor focus are not included in the scope of delivery
79.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Adapt the Toup Tek AAF motor focus to Starlight Feather Touch focusers with this adapter 

  • Compatible with all Toup Tek AAF motor focuses
  • Compatible with all Starlight FTF 2“, 2.5” and 3" focusers
  • Manufactured using 3D printing
  • Resistant to UV rays and temperatures up to approx. 80° C
69.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Equip the 2.5" RAP focusers from popular manufacturers such as TS-Optics, Omegon, APM, etc. with the Toup Tek for AAF motor focus system.

  • Suitable for all 2.5" FOCR25, FOCR25S, and FOCR25-117 focusers and telescopes equipped with these focusers
  • Enables the use of the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system
  • Includes all mounting hardware; no additional accessories required
  • Simple and self-explanatory assembly
  • Dimensionally stable up to 80 °C thanks to the use of PETG in 3D printing
  • Eyepiece extension and motor focus are not included in the scope of delivery 
79.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Equip the 3.7" rack and pinion focuser from TS-Optics with the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system. 

  • Suitable for 3.7" FOCR, focusers, and telescopes equipped with these focusers
  • Enables the use of the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system
  • Includes all mounting hardware, no additional accessories required
  • Simple and self-explanatory installation
  • Dimensionally stable up to 80 °C thanks to the use of PETG in 3D printing
  • Eyepiece focuser and motor focus are not included in the scope of delive

 

79.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

The new filter drawer for Nikon F lenses was developed by ZWO especially for cooled ASI cameras.

  •  Lens side connector: Nikon F mount
  •  Connection camera side: T2 external thread - can be extended to M54x0.75 thread
  •  Drawer length 29 mm without T2 external thread
  •  The holder snaps in precisely with 2 magnets
  •  The 2" filter can be easily screwed into the holder
  •  The article includes the filter drawer, a filter holder and an adapter ring from T2 to M54
  •  Important for the purchase of further filter holders: Only the linked filter holder fits, older versions are not compatible.
147.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

Universal dovetail bar for Vixen and ARCA-SWISS standard clamps

  • Dovetail bar for Vixen and ARCA-SWISS standard
  • Can be used on many items from the photo accessories range
  • 2 different dovetail standards for universal use
  • Can be used on all mounts with Vixen dovetail standard
  • Dimensions: 182 x 42 x 15 mm / Weight: 178 g
49.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

High-quality CNC-milled aluminium tube clamp for VSD90ss with non-slip locking screw

  • High-quality pipe clamp made in Japan
  • M6 and M8 holes
  • Very high stability
249.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Vixen 60DA Focal Adapter for Canon EOS cameras with 60 mm connection thread and more stability due to increased material thickness

  • Camera-Adaptor for Canon EOS with 60mm Focuser connection thread
  • Large inner diameter for full-format cameras, helping to minimise vignetting
  • 6 locking 60° spaced bolts to hold the camera’s rotation in position
  • Dimensions: 81mm x 30 mm / weight: 190g
  • The option of using 6 long or 6 short fixing screws for the rotator
149.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

This adapter ring enables you to take colour and nebula filters with M48 and M52 thread

  • Vixen M56 Filteradapter für M48mm und M52mm Filtergewinde
  • Adapted to M52 thread for photo filters
  • Adapted to M48 thread for astronomical nebula filters
  • Can be used with the 60mm Wide Photo Adapters
  • Female thread M48 x 0.75mm
  • Female thread M52 x 0.75mm
  • Male thread M56 x 0.75mm
  • Dimension: 56 x 7 mm
  • Weight: 7g
  • High manufacturing quality "Made in Japan
55.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

New materials and improved design ensure greater precision and resilience with the Wide Photo Adapter

  • Increased material strength for additional stability
  • 6 screws hold the camera in position
  • Screw tips with Delrin inserts prevent the camera from tilting
  • Large interior diameter prevents shadowing
  • 2 screw sets prevent scratches on the camera housing
  • Black interior prevents scattered light
  • Compatible with 60 mm accessories
159.00 € 127.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Altair 2 inch Magnetic Filter Holder - M48F - M54M V2

  • Enables connection to flatteners and reduers with M48x0.75mm male thread, such as Altair PlanoStar or Starwave, and Altair or other cameras with M54x0.75mm female thread.
  • Optical path length is 17mm, therefore you need to incorporate this amount in your spacing calculations.
  • The maximum height the filter can protrude from the surface of the slider is 6.85mm. The threads of the filter are buried, therefore this measurement does not include the threads of the filter. There is allowance for maximum filter thread depth of 3.6mm.
  • Includes a 2" filter holder/slider. Additional 2" and 1.25" Filter Sliders are available separately.
119.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-2 weeks
 
 

Astroprints adapter for Toup Tek AAF motorized focus on Crayford N2 focuser

  • All 2" Crayford focusers from TS-Optics, Omegon, and many others
  • TS-Optics 6“ RC telescopes with 2” Crayford focusers
  • TS Photon Newton telescopes with 2" Crayford focusers
89.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Astroprints Toup Tek Mounting Kit for AAF Motor Focus on Monorail 3" Eyepiece Holder

  • All 3" monorail focusers
  • TS-Optics 10" - 16" RC telescopes and Cassegrains
89.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Astroprints Toup Tek Mounting Kit for AAF Motor Focus on Monorail 2" Eyepiece Holder

  • All 2" monorail focusers
  • TS-Optics 6“ and 8” RC telescopes and Cassegrains
  • TS Photon Newton telescopes with 2" monorail focusers
89.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Equip the popular UNCN2-G2 und TSRPN2 focusers with the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system.

  • Suitable for UNCN2-G2 und TSRPN2 focusers
  • Enables the use of the AAF motor focus system from Toup Tek
  • Manufactured using 3D printing
  • Resistant to UV rays and temperatures up to approx. 80° C
79.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Equip the popular Baader Diamond Steeltrack focusers with the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system.

  • Suitable for Baader Diamond Steeltrack focusers
  • Enables the use of the AAF motor focus system from Toup Tek
  • Manufactured using 3D printing
  • Resistant to UV rays and temperatures up to approx. 80° C
79.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Equip the popular Skywatcher Evolux 62 and 82 focusers with the Toup Tek AAF motor focus system.

  • Suitable for Skywatcher Evolux 62ED and 82ED refractor focusers
  • Enables the use of the AAF motor focus system from Toup Tek
  • Manufactured using 3D printing
  • Resistant to UV rays and temperatures up to approx. 80° C
  • The Skywatcher 62ED and the Toup Tek AAF are not included in the scope of delivery
79.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Attach the ASKAR FMA180 pro to mounts, attach a viewfinder, and focus motorized with the ZWO EAF focus motor.

  • Created using 3D printing technology
  • Suitable for the APO telephoto lens FMA180 pro from Askar
  • Enables the use of ZWO EAF focus motors
  • Lightweight plastic design, metal screws
  • Dimensionally stable up to 80 °C thanks to the use of PETG in 3D printing
  • Includes mounting kit with fastening materials, but no tools, telescope, or motor unit
99.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

Adapt the EAF motorized focus to Starlight Feather Touch True 3.5 focusers with this adapter

  • Fits all EAF motorized focusers from ZWO
  • Suitable for Starlight FTF True 3.5” focusers
  • Manufactured in 3D printing
  • Resistant to UV and temperatures up to approx. 80° C
74.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

Adapt the EAF motorized focus to Starlight Feather Touch True 3.2 focusers with this adapter

  • Fits all EAF motorized focusers from ZWO
  • Suitable for Starlight FTF True 3.2” focusers
  • Manufactured in 3D printing
  • Resistant to UV and temperatures up to approx. 80° C
69.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
26.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov masks from the DSLR series are specially designed for camera lenses. Thanks to a self-clamping mechanism, they fit precisely into the corresponding camera lenses of the selected diameter. This type of Bahtinov mask is simply inserted into the front of the free opening of your existing camera lens and simply removed again after focusing.
22.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 

The TS collimating telescope has built-in illumination with rechargeable battery and USB-C charging port and allows precise collimation of Ritchey-Chrétien, Cassegrain and DK telescopes as well as refractors.

  • simple adaptation with M48 and T2 thread 
  • Two-stage integrated illumination 
  • Integrated rechargeable battery for over 20 hours operating time 
  • USB-C charging connection 
  • Can be used with alignment laser 
  • Connection of a camera possible 
  • Two eyepieces included in the scope of delivery 
  • Adapters to M90 and M117 available suitable for RC, Cassegrain and Dall-Kirkham telescopes as well as refractors


Notes: The secondary mirror must have a center mark. Adjustment laser and camera are not included in the scope of delivery.

399.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 weeks
 
 

The Altair Electronic Filter Wheel EFW holds 5x2" astronomy filters and is driven by a precision stepper motor with accurate positioning system. 

299.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 

The Altair Electronic Filter Wheel EFW holds  8x1.25" astronomy filters and is driven by a precision stepper motor with accurate positioning system. 

299.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 

The Altair Electronic Filter Wheel EFW holds 7x2" astronomy filters and is driven by a precision stepper motor with accurate positioning system. 

449.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 

The Altair Electronic Filter Wheel EFW holds 7x 36mm astronomy filters and is driven by a precision stepper motor with accurate positioning system. 

299.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 

The Altair M48 tilt adjuster is designed to give the perfect image field by making the CCD or DSLR camera sensor completely orthogonal to the telescope's optical axis.

82.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1 week
 
 

SI-LC2125-532—Single GREEN Beam 2"/1.25" Laser Collimator

549.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

Normally, a telescope takes parallel light rays from a distant star and converges them to a point at the eyepiece focus. Barlowed laser collimation takes advantage of the fact that a telescope will work in reverse. /... /

  • Attaches to laser aperture for making the primary mirror adjustment quick, efficient and compact. 
  • The Howie Glatter Barlow Laser Collimator Attachment diverges the beam just behind your barlow lens for accurate alignment. 
  • Allows the user to make solo adjustments. 
  • The Howie Glatter Barlow Laser Collimator Attachment fits the threaded aperture of any of Glatter holographic collimator. 
  • Disc attachment with a small mounted barlow lens and flat white front surface screen.
159.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

The T2i-M28i TS adapter is only 10 mm long and allows eyepieces to be quickly adapted to the T2 external thread.

  • Connection at telescope end: T2 (M42x0.75) female thread - widely used or easy to fit
  • Eyepiece side mount: M28x0.6 internal thread - on some eyepieces the 1.25" filter thread is also used to connect to the barrel.
  • The 10mm length saves valuable optical path
  • The second image shows the use of the adapter between ORIR12 and TSOAG27 (eyepiece, illumination and off-axis guide not included).
22.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 

With this adapter, you can precisely set the correct backfocus without the tedious experimentation with tuning rings.

  • Simplifies setting the correct backfocus. M54x0.75 female thread on the telescope side
  • M48x0.75 male thread on camera side optical length continuously
  • adjustable from 16 to 20 mm
199.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 
Askar Focal Plane Adjuster - Tilting Adapter with 18 mm length

The adapter corrects a tilted image field and improves the sharpness of the image at the edge for astrophotography.

  • Connection telescope side - M54x0.75 and M48x0.75 (with adapter) - female thread Connection camera side - M48x0.75 male thread
  • Overall length of the adapter is 18 mm (without external thread)
  • Simple operation without knurled screws and reliable clamping
  • The 18 mm optical path is maintained even when tilting
  • The adapter is light-tight
  • The adapter is also suitable for narrow-band solar photography to prevent interference
299.00 €
Estimated delivery time : 1-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
29.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
24.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
34.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
44.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
24.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
44.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
 
 
The Bahtinov mask is named after the inventor Pavel Bahtinov. This focussing aid enables clear focusing of astro images in the focus of your telescope or with a camera lens.

  • Place the mask on the telescope and point it at a bright star.
  • Switch on the camera and observe the constellation on Live View or on the computer. 
  • f the image is not exactly sharp, the centre line is shifted. Adjust the focuser until the central line runs exactly through the centre of the star. 
  • You have now achieved optimum sharpness. Remove the mask from the telescope again and you can start exposing the image.
24.90 €
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days