Pop up observatory..!

[clarkpm4242]

Hoping to try this out for the first time tonight.

Options to mount 2 retractable patio windbreaks on choice of 3 sides.  Can be raised or lowered by about 30cm.

Centre pad for Astrotrac pier.  Can move dobsonian about as needed.

Already have an external power supply.

Thanks for looking.

Paul

[michael8554]

Nice one Paul

Where did you get the windbreaks from?

Michael

[clarkpm4242]

7 hours ago, michael8554 said:

Where did you get the windbreaks from?

HelloMichael

https://www.primrose-awnings.co.uk/158m-patio-wind-break-plain-green-awning-p-48857.html?src=list_img

Owing to a delivery mishap I ended up with 3 sets of mounting components  they are 3m long.  There are other options on the website.

First light was a great success.  Galaxies galore!

SQM 21.40 - 21.45

Cheers

Paul

[Les Ewan]

Nice set up, amazing the difference a little bit of shelter can have on the quality of observation, it will also stop you from falling over the edge of your raised viewing area.Pity their so expensive but it looks like the quality is their,should last you a few years.

Les.

[michael8554]

Hi Paul

Thanks for the link to the suppliers.

Glad they're doing their job.

Michael