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Old 15-11-2019, 02:08 PM
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OK, so now I'm a bit confused. I read this on one of the links above
The tube thickness of SCT's is very thin, as is the corrector plate. An SCT needs better insulation because is has such a small heat mass in its glass and tube. A Mak has a thick corrector, so it holds its heat better.

http://www.iceinspace.com.au/forum/s...7&postcount=12

Does an SCT (like mine) need different insulation to a Mak? Is black foam better for SCTs than white Corflute?

[EDIT] I just noticed you replied just before me. I should have also added that I use the same black foam as a dew-shield which works really well, but it's separate to the OTA "cosy" that is normally always fitted. A photo of the full catastophe is attached.

I have some white Corflute at home (used for advertising purposes), I'll look into using that instead.

Thanks, Andrew.
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