[redbeard (Damien)]

Hi IIS folk,

I'm thinking of purchasing a Moonlite focuser for my 10" Meade LX200 GPS and I have a couple of questions if any one can help.

In relation to how the focuser attaches to the scope, I was wondering if it is best to get the 3 1/4" large thread fitting because I have read that this lets more light through as opposed to getting the SCT 2" type which fits on the standard Meade adapter which has an internal diameter of 1.5".
I have a Canon 450D camera which I will be using for imaging. I have also read that the draw tube should be .95" travel as I plan on using a focal reducer most of the time and this can be fitted inside the focuser.

So my first question is, is this a good idea for this scope and camera setup? (One of the reasons for this question is there is an ad on IIS for a Moonlite focuser that has a 2" SCT connection and it's cheaper than a new one, but is there a noticable difference between 2" and the 3 1/4" connection for imaging). I also wonder if the focal reducer itself has a smaller internal diameter that would affect anything and does brand matter. I currently have a Hirsch 6.3.

My second question is the Mount hub pro looks like a cool piece of kit and should control the Moonlite focuser as well as lots of other cool features. Is this really any good and is that a good combination with the Moonlite focuser? I like the idea of 2 cables to the ground instead of heaps as I have the QHY5, Canon 450D, dew heater and standard micro focuser have quite a few cables to manage.


Any help/advice appreciated.

Cheers,

Damien.