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INDIVIDUAL COMPONENTS FOR THE ATM

(Amateur Telescope Maker)

** Dealer Inquiries Welcome **

Delivery times typically 1 to 8 weeks

Delivery times will vary depending on the job, material availability and our schedule.

Packaging and shipping not included unless specified.

MIRROR CELLS (see photos below)

9 point Mirror Cells

  • 8"-10".......................$550
  • 11"-12".......................$650
  • 13"-14"......................$750

18 point Mirror Cells

  • 14"-16".....................$950
  • 18"-20"...................$1050
  • 22"-26"...................$1150
  • 28"-30"..................$1450

27 point Mirror Cells

  • 32"............................$1850
  • 33" & up.................$Call

Mirror Cell Add-ons

  • Custom Mounting Frames
  • Rear Light Baffles
  • Cooling Fan Systems
  • Wireless Remote Collimation

  • Primary mirror diameter and thickness required
  • All mirror cell points are computer generated
  • Prices include the standard mounting frame as shown on the video.
  • Unless specified, standard mounting frames are 2" larger than the primary mirror diameter.
  • Custom sizes also available 

MIRROR CELL PHOTOS

    Please provide the measurements below when ordering

    A = (cell mounting frame height)

    B = (cell mounting frame width)

    C = (mirror thickness)

    D = (mirror diameter)

    E = (mirror box inside depth)

    Please specify if METRIC measurement are being used

    STANDARD (18-POINT) MIRROR CELL DIAGRAM

    SECONDARY HOLDERS & SPIDERS (see photos below)

    Secondary Holders from 3.1" to 8" (minor axis)

    • 3.1-4".....................$115
    • 4.5"-6"..................$145
    • 6.5"-8"..................$195

    Spiders from 12" to 43" (inside tube diameter)

    • 12"-16"...................$105
    • 18"- 26"..................$135
    • 28"-34"...............$180
    • 36"-43"...............$225

    Add-Ons

    • Spider Vane wired for secondary dew heater.......$95
    • Secondary Optic Install Service......................................$Call
    • Secondary Offset option......................................................$Call

    • All Secondary holders and spiders are made to order.
    • Custom sizes and applications available. Call to discuss.
    • Secondary offset calculation: secondary mirror diameter divided by 4 times the focal ratio. i.e., 5" secondary / F3.3 focal length ratio. 5/3.3x4(13.2)=.378" offset from center away from the focuser.
    • Secondary holders are offered with a full retainer lip or 6 tab retainer lip as shown in the video.
    • Spiders made from steel also available. Call to discuss.

    SECONDARY HOLDERS & SPIDERS

      DSC STALK / PODIUM (see photos below)

      DSC Stalk / Podium Options

      • 34" tall Unpainted stalk...$150
      • Painted stalk (hammered black)...$200
      • Keystone Bracket up to 6 ports (unpopulated)...$50
      • Custom sizes available

      DSC Stalk Wiring Options

      • DSC (only): RCA(12v)-RJ45(for encoders)...$60
      • DSC (w/ServoCat): RCA(12v)-RJ45-RJ11/12-RJ9/10/22...$120
      • Optional Individual Keystone Jacks added: (see below)...$30 ea.
      • Blanks will be inserted into any empty ports (NO CHARGE) 

      Individual Keystone Jack Options (your choice) wired from connector to DSC

      1. RJ45(8p8c) Includes wiring...$30
      2. RJ11/12(6p6c) Includes wiring...$30
      3. RJ9/10/22(4p4c) Includes wiring...$30
      4. USB(3.o) Includes wiring...$30
      5. RCA(12v) Includes wiring...$30

      DSC STALK / PODIUM

        FABRICATED ALUMINUM GROUND BOARD (see photos below)

        Ground Boards (Complete Ready to Install)

        • up to 19"...............$250
        • 20"-24"..................$270
        • 25"-32"..................$350
        • 33"-48"..................$675

          (33" & up includes triangular aluminum sub frame for added support)

        Powered Ground Boards (Complete Ready to Install)

        • up to 19"...............$550
        • 20"-24"..................$570
        • 25"-32"..................$650
        • 33"-48"..................$975

          (33" & up includes triangular aluminum sub frame for added support)

        Specs we need when ordering a Ground Board

        1. Rocker box floor thickness at the center
        2. Rocker box length (inside / outside)
        3. Rocker box width (inside / outside)
        4. Minimum mirror box to rocker floor clearance
        5. Existing center bolt diameter
        6. Altitude bearing Teflon thickness
        7. ServoCat type (Standard or Jr.)

        FABRICATED ALUMINUM GROUND BOARD

          ENCODER MOUNTING & ALT TEFLON KIT (see photos below)

          Scope Size

          • up to 24".........$175
          • 25" & up..........$195
          • Custom sizes available

          Kit Includes:

          • Encoder Arms
          • Delrin encoder arm Standoffs
          • ALT bearing encoder Center Mount
          • Hardware
          • (x4) ALT bearing Teflon Pads...

                   (Grooved for ServoCat ALT drive cable)


          Optional Encoders: 

          • 10K & 40K (call for availability)

          ENCODER MOUNTING & ALT TEFLON KIT

            WHEELS & HANDLES SYSTEM (see photos below)

            Kit Includes

            • up to 24" (single tire per side).....$200
            • 25" to 30" (dual tires per side).....$295
            • Call for custom applications

            WHEELS & HANDLES SYSTEM

              COMPLETE GO-TO KIT

              Go-To System Installs

              We offer complete Servocat installations on most Truss Dobsonian Telescopes. All components shown in the "ServoCat Complete Kit Video" can be purchased individually or as part of a complete ServoCat installation.


              • Call for price and details

              NEXUS DSC PRO WITH WIFI

              Includes the optional Wifi Card

              $Call (not in stock at this time)

              SERVOCAT GO-TO SYSTEM

              We have a limited number of BELT DRIVEN (363.26 ratio) ServoCat goto systems available in stock.

              • $ CALL (limited stock available)

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