Binoviewer

[Wobbly Bob]

Has any one tried binoviewers in an Solar Max 60, are there any focusing issues ?

[Peter Drew]

I haven't tried one on a Solarmax60, but if necessary, a Barlow (lens only) from a SW 2X Barlow screwed into the nosepiece of the binoviewer should do the trick.  Be prepared to use long focus eyepieces though. 

[Wobbly Bob]

Thanks Peter, What do you mean by long focus eyepieces ?

 

[Floater]

I think Peter is referring to EPs with a long focal length, i.e. 25-30mm and more. 

I use 25mm EPs in my Lunt/bino setup, where I have to use a 2x nosepiece or 2.5x Powermate to achieve focus. Previously, as Peter suggests, I used the lens unscrewed from a Barlow and screwed onto the binoviewer. The higher focal length EPs help to compensate for the inevitable increase in magnification.

Hope that helps.

[Peter Drew]

Spot on Gordon.