Scope Case?

[netwolf]

Hi All,

I came accross this add on ebay for cooler cases, how suitable is this for storing a telescope? Particularly the LX90.

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/70L-Orange-Cooler-Ice-Box-Esky-Heavy-Duty-New-RRP-299_W0QQitemZ170082153746QQihZ007QQ categoryZ87134QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

I was thinking of getting one from "The warehouse" or Supa Cheap. But then I saw these. I was concerned about how the usual plastic storage bins from departments stores would not handle heat well and maybe go brittle.

I wanted to do something like this with wheels and strong locks.
http://www.covingtoninnovations.com/astro/sctcase/sctcase.html
The storage box used in this one looks more durable, not sure where to find one in Australia.


Regards

[beren]

Protect your investment get a custom made case, for my LX I thought the cost to make one by a professional was well worth it considering the price,weight and fragility of the scope.....$350-500 price range

[astronut]

Fahim,
I agree, if you're going to buy a case for your precious scope get a good one. Here's a link to a Aussie company, that makes cases for everything.:)
www.transitpak.com.au (http://www.transitpak.com.au)

[astro_nutt]

Try Bunnings Warehouse..I use a sturdy plastic dividercase for my EP's which does the job well..and they do have a range of toolboxes on wheels which might be worth a look at..or a large metal toolbox and simply fit castors and a handle!

[casstony]

Do you really need a case? It can travel fine in a car seat and mine lives on a waist level shelf in a wardrobe when not in use. If you don't have a particular need for the case, it's unnecessary bulk and cost.

[netwolf]

For ~550$ I can get a Pelican 1650 case brand new in Australia. That is my long term plan, but i need a short term solution.
Astronut (there are two of you) but I have submitted a quote request to TPG.
I specified the telescope and the measurements of the Meade box it came in.

Beren who built that for you and do they have a website. What was the cost?

Regards
Fahim

[RB]

I don't think you'll fit an LX90 into a Pelican 1650 Fahim.

:shrug:

[beren]

A local Perth business fabricated it for me, Protective cases http://www.protectivecases.com.au/ {sites under construction:doh: }. Terrific to deal with but your best finding someone near you so you can take your scope in and get all the measurments etc figured out. From memory it cost $430.

[netwolf]

Andrew your right I ment the 1660, the best price I have found so far is 690. Cheaper in the US but then you have to get it here. One sold on Astromart for 50$ http://www.astromart.com/classifieds/details.asp?classified_id=483549
Thats just so heart breaking... How did i miss it..

Regards

[snowyskiesau]

Fahim,
If you're in Sydney, you might want to try Samuelson Cases. http://www.samuelsoncases.com.au. (http://www.samuelsoncases.com.au/site/index.htm)

[Those cooler cases you mentioned in your original post don't look too bad but I'd replace the hinges and closures as they look a little flimsy.]

[netwolf]

I checked out the LX90 groups and apparently the scope will fit into a 1650 case but it would be better of in a 1660. As it gives room for accessories.
As shown here.
http://www.xs4all.nl/~sjeetz/lx90/1650_thumbs.html

Regards.

[netwolf]

Goff thanks for the link, I will give them a call on Monday. The cooler boxes do look sturdy and they are insulated to keep things cool. I am not sure if keeping the scope cool is a good thing or not. However you are correct the hinges/latches to need to be replaced.

I am keeping the scope as seen in the photo above, I will leave it this way till I get a case. I will however see about getting a dust cover for it. Not sure what the best material would be any suggestions? Or is there already one sold locally that would do the job.

Regards


Regards
Fahim