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Originally Posted by Nico13
Hi all,
Well jsut going through some upgrades to the system that include a GSO RC8 and a change from Pentax SLR to Canon EOS 550 controlled by Backyard EOS so I want to take advantage of the focusing controll in BYE.
I was going to make my own stepper controlled focuser but would not have the ability to controll it with the software without some sort of interface and so it's take the easy way out for convenience sake and get a comercial stepper that I can connect to BYE.
I have no problems with DIY as I build a lot of bits and pieces.
So the big question is WHICH ONE or which way do I go  any suggestions will be appreciated.
Thanks. |
Ken
BYE seems to be ascom compliant so you might be able to use
the USBnSTEP interface from these guys
http://rigel.datacorner.com/rigelsys/stepper+motor.html
All mine run from it ok.
Get most of my 2mm pulleys and belts from these guys
http://sdp-si.com/eStore/Catalog
Your biggest problem will be where to screw on the plate that holds
the stepper.
Here's some of mine.
Cheers
Stephen