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QHY5L-II-C1/3" Colour CMOS Sensor USB 2.0 (MT9M034) 3.75µm - CLEARANCE!

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The QHY5L-II-C is now end of line

The QHY5L-II-C is a classic small CMOS camera with excellent 74% QE. It's low cost make it very suitable as a first camera for starting with Solar System imaging with it offering up to 106FPS in ROI (Region of Interest) mode.

For those wanting to enter the worl of planetary imaging this camera makes a great first start. It offers fantastic value and may even end up being the only camera you ever use! If you do upgrade then then the flexibility of the QHY5L-II-C means it can be equarlly useful as a guide camera for DSO imaging.

For guiding applications it has a built in guide port for use with legacy systems using ST-4. Common guide applications like PHD2 natively support the QHY5L-II for Ascom or Pulse Guiding.

Overall an excellent allround camera and fantastic value.

Specifications

Model QHY5L-IIC
CMOS Sensor MT9M034
Pixel Size 3.75µm
Pixel Array 1280x960
Effective Pixels 1.2 Megapixel
Sensor Format 1/3"
Frame Rate (Full Resolution) 30FPS
Frame Rate (640x480) 106FPS
QE 74%
A/D 12 Bit
Shutter Electronic Rolling
Interface USB 2.0
Guide Port 6 Pin RJ11
Telescope Interface 1.25" / CS
Weight 51g

 

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QHY OAG-S Small Off Axis Guider QHY OAG-S Small Off Axis Guider
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QHY5III178M 1/1.8" STARVIS BSI Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX178) 2.4µm - CLEARANCE!

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The excellent 178M is now end of line

The QHY5III178 series uses the new 6.0 Megapixel IMX178 STARVIS Exmor R back-illuminated CMOS sensor. Available in both color and monochrome.

With its small 2.4µm pixels and 1/1.8-inch sensor size, the monochrome QHY5III178M is a superb guiding camera due to its advantages in resolution and wide FOV. The extraordinary sensitivity of the STARVIS Exmor sensor (STARVIS is Sony's designation for sensors that can record real time video in starlight), mean that even in areas with few stars, choosing a suitable one for guiding is no problem. This makes the camera especially suitable for use with an OAG.

The wide field of view available from the large 1/1.8" sensor also make it very useful for use with spectroscopes like the Shelyak Alpy etc where this aids in target location.

With a frame rate of up to 190FPS when used at an ROI of 764x512, the IMX178 is also an excellent choice for planetary imaging, particularly with faint targets.

Specifications

Model QHY5III178
CMOS Sensor Sony IMX178 (BSI)
Pixel Size 2.4µm
Pixel Array 3072x2048
Effective Pixels 630 Megapixel
Sensor Format 1/1.8"
Frame Rate (Full Frame) 50FPS
Frame Rate (1528x1024) 100FPS
Frame Rate (764x512) 190FPS
Full Well Capacity 15ke-
Readout Noise 0.9e- to 2.4e-
A/D 14 Bit
Shutter Electronic Rolling
Interface USB 3.0
On Board Memory 512Kb / 100Kb User
Guide Port 6 Pin RJ11
Telescope Interface 1.25" / CS
Weight 87g

 

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QHY OAG-S Small Off Axis Guider QHY OAG-S Small Off Axis Guider
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ZWO 30mm Mini Guide Scope and Bracket - TO CLEAR

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ZWO Mini guidescope including mounting bracket. Suitable for all ZWO and other 1.25" barrel format cameras.

Specifications:

Lens Diameter: 30 mm

Focal Length: 120 mm

Weight (include guider ring and dovetail): 250 g

Back Focus: adjustable,(0~20 mm)

Focuser Type: front part focuser

Tube travel: 20 mm

Dovetail includes 1/4″ screw hole.

Accessories

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QHY5III462C 1/2.8" STARVIS BSI Colour / NIR CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX462) 2.9µm QHY5III462C 1/2.8" STARVIS BSI Colour / NIR CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX462) 2.9µm
£239.00 *
QHY5III178M 1/1.8" STARVIS BSI Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX178) 2.4µm - CLEARANCE! QHY5III178M 1/1.8" STARVIS BSI Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX178) 2.4µm - CLEARANCE!
£279.00 *
QHY5III174M 1/1.2" Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX174) 5.86µm QHY5III174M 1/1.2" Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX174) 5.86µm
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QHY Mini Guidescope with Mount - CLEARANCE!

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The QHY Mini Guidescope is now changing colour to black. Therefore we are clearing the original, silver model.

The QHY mini GuideScope is exquisite in workmanship and style. Weight (telescope only) is only 111 grams.

In the era of high sensitivity and small pixel cameras, a a large and heavy guide scope is not really necessary, particularly for small imaging scopes.

The high resolution (smaller pixels size) of modern guide cameras and the increase in pixel density, means guide scopes no longer need to be a long focal length to sense the movement of the star image. As sensitivity is improved, it does also does not require a large aperture. As the focal length of the guide scope is shortened, the field of view increases, so that more guide stars will be within a fixed field of view.

QHYCCD introduced the miniGuideScope to match the famous QHY5L-II planetary/guide camera. However, it is compatible with all of the QHY5II Series cameras and the QHY5III Series cameras. By using a back-illuminated Series III cameras, the sensitivity and accuracy of the system is improved even more

The miniGuideScope has a focal length of 130mm and a diameter of 30mm. The weight is only 111g. The use of broadband anti-reflection coating on the achromatic lens assures image quality that is sharper then the use of a telephoto industrial lens. Sharper star images provide better feedback regarding tracking error, so the accuracy of the system is improved even more.

An image above shows the guide scope fitted with a camera. Please note a camera is not supplied!

 

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QHY5L-II-C1/3" Colour CMOS Sensor USB 2.0 (MT9M034) 3.75µm - CLEARANCE! QHY5L-II-C1/3" Colour CMOS Sensor USB 2.0 (MT9M034) 3.75µm - CLEARANCE!
£119.00 *
QHY5L-II-M 1/3" Mono CMOS Sensor USB 2.0 (MT9M034) 3.75µm QHY5L-II-M 1/3" Mono CMOS Sensor USB 2.0 (MT9M034) 3.75µm
£159.00 *
QHY5III462C 1/2.8" STARVIS BSI Colour / NIR CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX462) 2.9µm QHY5III462C 1/2.8" STARVIS BSI Colour / NIR CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX462) 2.9µm
£239.00 *
QHY5III178M 1/1.8" STARVIS BSI Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX178) 2.4µm - CLEARANCE! QHY5III178M 1/1.8" STARVIS BSI Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX178) 2.4µm - CLEARANCE!
£279.00 *
QHY5III174M 1/1.2" Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX174) 5.86µm QHY5III174M 1/1.2" Mono CMOS Sensor USB 3.0 (IMX174) 5.86µm
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Tecnosky eLLe Duo with Encoder Mounts - SALE!

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£389.00
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This mount is now end of line due to increasing production costs

The Tecnosky eLLe Duo Alt-Az mount is an elegant and stable full fork mount that can be used on all tripods having a standard 3/8" screw. It can easily handle heavier loads and binocular apertures up to approx 120mm as well as small telescopes. The design of the mount alows for unobstructed viewing from the horizon up to the zenith. Each axis is adjustable for friction. The mount also provides mounting points for an optional finder bracket with finder shoe that can accept conventional 50/60mm finders. Its main mounting plate has a slotted section and is supplied with a 1/4" thumb screw. This provides quick and easy mounting of smaller binoculars with adjustment for balance. The slot is also wide enough to accept M6 screws for the mounting of a dovetail clamp if preferred.

For convenience the mount features holes to accomodate up to 6 1.25" eyepieces. A further enhancement is theinclusion of encoder mounting points to allow the mount to be used as a highly accurate push to system. To do this you will need to add our encoder kit and either the Nexus II or Nexus DSC encoder interface

Specification

- Alt/Azimuthal full fork mount

- Weight: 3.3 kgs

- Payload capacity: at least 10 kgs

- Tripod connection: 3/8" photo tripod thread (reducer to 1/4" optional)

-  Panning area: 360° / Tilting area: >90°

- Accessory interface: slotted holes for ¼", 3/8" and M6 screws

- Adjustable friction in Alt and Az

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Xagyl FW831V1 8 x 31mm USB Motorised Filter Wheel - CLEARANCE

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The Xagyl 8 position filter wheel is an excellent value motorised wheel for planetary and deep sky imaging. It features female M48 Threads on both sides and is supplied with adapters to suit most requirements.

31mm filter wheels are ideal for use with camera sensors up to the Micro Four Thirds format such as the popular 8300 and the latest ZWO ASI1600 and QHY 163 series cameras. An 8 position wheel allows you to fit R,G,B,L,Ha,OIII,SII and also a CLS or Dark Filter in one wheel.

Ultra slim motorized filter wheel
USB controlled and powered - no additional power supply required
No motors protruding from the filter wheel to get in the way.
Measuring only 7.6" x 8" x 0.7", this is one of the smallest, thinnest motorized filter wheels on the market.
Only adds 19mm of back focus to the optical path when used with our adapters.

Includes:

  • M48 thread to 2" barrel adapter
  • M48 to T2 Locking adapter
  • M48 to T2 adapter
  • 3M USB interface cable

The filter carousel is designed for 31mm filters up to maximum 4mm thickness and uses a proprietry screwless filter holders.

The filter wheel is supplied with an Astrograph Ltd software CD containing all necessary drivers and utilities.

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Xagyl FW736V1 7 x 36mm USB Motorised Filter Wheel - CLEARANCE

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The Xagyl 7 position filter wheel for 36mm filters is an excellent value motorised wheel for deep sky imaging. It features female M48 Threads on both sides and is supplied with adapters to suit most requirements.

Ultra slim motorized filter wheel
USB controlled and powered - no additional power supply required
No motors protruding from the filter wheel to get in the way.
Measuring only 7.6" x 8" x 0.7", this is one of the smallest, thinnest motorized filter wheels on the market.
Only adds 19mm of back focus to the optical path when used with our adapters.

Includes:

  • M48 thread to 2" barrel adapter
  • M48 to T2 Locking adapter
  • M48 to T2 adapter
  • 3M USB interface cable

The filter carousel is designed for use with 7 x 36mm unmounted filters.r. The maximum filter glass thickness which can be accommodated is 4mmmm.

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Lunatico PC Free Tarsier Motor Focus Kit - CLEARANCE

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CLEARANCE. 1 ONLY AVAILABLE!

The Tarsier is probably the most advanced autonomous focus controller available!

Using experience from the successful Seletek line of controllers, the Tarsier is aimed to the astrophotographer who prefers leaving the computer at home. It will not only move the focus motor, avoiding vibration at the scope, but also remember focus points and allow "goto" for any of them. It can move the motor in small or big increments, or continuosly or slowly, or fast!

It is capable of controlling almost any motor out there, from high accuracy steppers to inexpensive d.c. motors and can even track temperature changes and perform focus corrections on the fly - by itself! 100% configurable, from motor model, backlash, power, speed etc, to backlight intensity. In addition it is also easy to handle thanks to the rubber sides designed to be operated wearing gloves! The screen's backlight will dim in dark conditions and can be adjusted to suit your prefeences. Every Seletek family motor, coupling and focusing accesories will work with the Tarsier, and it will also drive stepper motors from almost any manufacturer (Robofocus, Lakeside, FeatherTouch, Moonlite...) and d.c. motors (Orion, Rigel systems...). Truly an outstanding motor focus controller and no PC needed!

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Lunatico Zerodew 4 Channel Dew Controller - SALE!

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When imaging for long periods in low temperatures, dew can form on the lens. The Lunatic ZeroDew controller allows up to 4 dew tapes to be connected to a single power supply. It has a variable output control to allow a higher power level to be set initially then turned down once the system is at temperature. This allows for significant power saving. The dew controller is supplied with a Cigar Lighter type dc power plug. A 5.5mm DC socket can be provided at no extra cost if requested.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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40cm Dew Heater 40cm Dew Heater
£25.00 *
50cm Dew Heater 50cm Dew Heater
£27.00 *
60cm Dew Heater 60cm Dew Heater
£29.00 *
70cm Dew Heater 70cm Dew Heater
£31.00 *
100cm Dew Heater 100cm Dew Heater
£36.00 *
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Optec Lepus 0.62x Reducer for Celestron Edge 925 - SALE!

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New Stock. Reduced due to stock revision

The Optec Lepus 0.62X telecompressor lens has been designed especially for use with the Celestron EdgeHD 925 OTA. A 3.25" Large SCT Celestron collar screws directly on to the rear cell thread of the EdgeHD 925 telescope.

When used with the Lepus the Edge 925 becomes an F6.4 telescope with a reduced focal length equal to 1457mm

Optically the Lepus is a 4 element design which offers a corrected field of up to 28mm. The Edge 925 version has a specific back focus of 96mm. Please see the back focus information HERE for details.

 

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The image above was taken by Ronnie Kaplainian using a Starlight Xpress SXVR-M25C in Monochrome Mode and Edge 925 fitted with the Lepus 0.62x.

Click HERE for an enlarged view.

The rear of the Lepus features an Optec 2100 style dovetail receiver. For simplicity we provide an Optec VLC variable adapter with T Threads. This is adjustable between 25-42mm. This, in combination with standard T Thread extensions, allows you to adjust the distance from a specific camera to the Lepus easily.

A review of the Lepus design can be found HERE

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