SkyMax 127 Focuser

[ShayBC]

this was the simplest easiest and cheapest solution, I didn't need more then this:

 

https://stargazerslounge.com/topic/303512-skywatcher-mak-150-tips/?do=findComment&comment=3353048

[PXR-5]

Wait!

Not sure if this has been mentioned yet;

There is a tiny Allen set screw on the knob, maybe 2, loosen, and pull the knob back about 1mm. 

It is probably rubbing against the rear of the scope.

This is VERY common, they push it on way too hard at the factory.

My 127, and my C6 had this issue.

 

Edited November 19, 2020 by PXR-5
I spelled the word "too" wrong ;)

[MrFreeze]

Err, I hate to point this out, but did you check the date on the original post? The OP hasn't even been seen on here since 2014!

David

[PXR-5]

8 hours ago, MrFreeze said:

Err, I hate to point this out, but did you check the date on the original post? The OP hasn't even been seen on here since 2014!

David

Victim of a Necro post LOL

I type on a phone, so I missed it. 

Just assumed it was recent.

 

Oh well, 😂

[Neil H]

Hi try Astridge park between you and tring  also barton hills , the clappers which is top of Sundon , i would say the downs but it gets busy 

May be when were back to normal we can meet up it would be nice to go with some one 

[Martin Ceee]

I to have just broken into the piggy bank and as my first step into Astronomy bought the skymax & gti but with a zwo 120mc camera and Stellarmate running on a Pi4 so I can sit in the warmth. A Smart controlled would be a great addition.

As for a sticky focusing knob, mine seems ok and has just the right level of resistance to make fine adjustments without too much of a wobble.

Back to the motorised control, I was thinking of a step motor controlled by the Pi and wonder if anyone has done this, are there any drivers that will integrate with Stellarmate.

[bosun21]

On 17/11/2020 at 00:58, ShayBC said:

this was the simplest easiest and cheapest solution, I didn't need more then this:

 

https://stargazerslounge.com/topic/303512-skywatcher-mak-150-tips/?do=findComment&comment=3353048

This thread is from 2012

[ObscuredView]

Hi, chaps saw this kit on eBay.

search for Astronomical Telescope Electric Focusing Support Automatic Focusing S8180.

[Louis D]

Apparently, this thread cannot die.  It gets reawakened about every year now since 2020.

[bosun21]

I don’t like the fact that it has 3D printed gears. I much prefer the one that I bought which fits both the 44mm visual back threads as well as the SCT one. It also uses a metal pulley and is belt driven.