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Old 29-01-2011, 12:50 PM
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Stigandi (Rob Stinson)
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Focuser for Skywatcher ED80 Black Diamond

I originally got the Skywatcher ED80 Black Diamond as a guide scope but quickly found that I took much better photos through it than the bigger 180 Mak. It's a great scope. The two speed focuser is fine for visual work but it can't hold the weight of a camera (SLR or CCD). The lock screw wasn't designed for the weight and it it easily slips if the scope is at angles above 45 degrees. Are there aftermarket focusers that would mate up to this scope, that would work a bit better with weight on the back end?

Thanks,
Rob
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