Re: [APML] 35 mm Camera & Focuser

[George Anderson <georgea@cam.org>]

Trivial? Well not too difficult depending on how the mirror cell is
secured. But it may cause some grief when it comes to possible warranty
issues on a brand new scope. And the question then becomes "is the
secondary large enough" with the mirror moved up by an inch? 

George Anderson
Montreal Canada

Clear skies and good health

"William R. Mattil" wrote:
> 
> "John C. Mirtle" wrote:
> 
> >     Not much has really changed then. Herm Perez can probably confirm
> > this.... As I understand it, there isn't enough back-focus on the R200 to
> > install an OAG. In other words, if you install one, it won't rack in far
> > enough for the camera to focus.  :- (
> 
> Wouldn't it be rather trivial to move the mirror forward to restore the
> focus point and accomodate the OAG ? Before I got a low profile focuser
> thats what I did on my 253mm f/6. Moved the mirror 1" forward.
> 
> Regards
> 
> Bill
> 
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