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Old 28-01-2013, 08:36 PM
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The AP .67 reducer is a variable reducer depending on the distance between the reducer and the CCD. It is not a flattener. Longer distance = more reduction and smaller illuminated circle.

It has an external diameter of 2 inches, so it slides inside the focuser.

Have a read of the PDF of the AP website about calculating the image circle and reduction depending on the reducer to CCD distance. I had a custom adapter machined by precise parts and the calculated reduction was spot on. It will provide an imaging circle of sufficient size to illuminate your 8300 chip.

DT

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