Other options besides a SkyShed POD

[DJDD]

Hi all,

end of financial year and possible tax refund. woo hoo! :D

so, looking at domes, now.

are there any other options in AUS besides SkyShed PODs?

I notice that Sirius Domes' website is no longer active, so assume they are no longer selling them here?


I have put an enquiry in about the SkyShed POD.


cheers,
DJDD

[gts055]

Not sure if this will work but perhaps you could try http://www.atscope.com.au/sirius.html for information on Sirius domes, Mark

[DJDD]

Thanks, mark.

I saw that site but thought that since the Sirius website was down the ATS site might be an old page.

will send them an email.

cheers,
DJDD

[rogerg]

A new Sirius dome was bought for a location in Perth recently, so they are available one way or another. They are a little flimsy I think, but seem to do the job for most people. Much more expensive than a SkyPod if I remember right.

Your other alternative is a roll off roof of course, which has the advantage of not looking like an observatory.

[gts055]

I am very happy with my Sirius dome, mounted on a home built circular wall. The dome rotates smoothly with a push from one finger and no leaks. Mark

[DJDD]

thanks, Roger. More expensive, eh? well, will have to email and get some costs. My Tax refund is not going to be too big. :lol:



thanks, mark. I would probably have to by the whole kit as I am just not that handy. :lol: but the "no leaks" part is encouraging.



cheers,
DJDD

[Paul Haese]

Scope dome is another option. Contact Rally for these domes. Superb quality, thicker than a Sirius, cheaper to automate and good quality electronics with good service from local and OS people.

[DJDD]

Hi Paul,

thanks for the idea. they certainly look neat in all senses of the word.
that door in the dome- i keep hearing "open the pod bay doors, HAL".

cheers,
DJDD