DIY low-profile crayford focuser... can it be done ?

[DanyalAG]

Hello Everybody, my question is very simple:

with quality ball bearings, a PVC shaft, and some wood, is it possible to build a decently-working low profile crayford focuser?

By low profile, I mean something with a racked-in height of 1.5-2 inches. 1.6 inches would be ideal.

Any help,advice or useful links would be appreciated.

[CraigT82]

Yup! Have a look here for some ideas (most here involve 3D printing but might serve as inspiration).

 

[DanyalAG]

13 hours ago, CraigT82 said:

Yup! Have a look here for some ideas (most here involve 3D printing but might serve as inspiration).

 

Thanks a lot man.