Focuser Retrofit Kit for Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) 11
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- Allows the user to replace the FeatherTouch MicroFocuser on the RASA 11 with a traditional focus knob for compatibility with the Celestron Focus Motor
- When combined with the Focus Motor, this kit enables you to focus the RASA 11 using a computer or Celestron hand control for remote/hands-free astroimaging
Overview
- Allows the user to replace the FeatherTouch MicroFocuser on the RASA 11 with a traditional focus knob for compatibility with the Celestron Focus Motor
- When combined with the Focus Motor, this kit enables you to focus the RASA 11 using a computer or Celestron hand control for remote/hands-free astroimaging
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Description
The Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) 11 comes with a FeatherTouch MicroFocuser pre-installed which is excellent for providing precise manual focusing, but is not compatible with the Celestron Focus Motor.
For RASA 11 users who wish to add the Focus Motor to their setup, this retrofit kit makes the process easy. The kit includes everything you need to safely remove the FeatherTouch MicroFocuser and replace it with the standard Celestron focuser that is compatible with the Focus Motor. All parts and detailed instructions are included.
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