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Old 25-04-2014, 08:03 PM
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Stand alone guiding widefield setup - guide scope FL question

I'm having a look at standalone guiding for my wide field setup. I'll connect the guider outputs to the mount hand controller port (no guide port) - little bit of adaptation required.

What size lens (guide scope) should I use? I see others using ED80s, which is considerably bigger than my imaging setup. I have a 130mm prime lens with an M42 connector, that I can press into service as a guide scope? I understand that the guide scope will influence limiting magnitudes - no experience and seeking advice.

Looking at these for now? Decided not to pursue the SynGuider.

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