SCT collimation

[Pip]

Hi folks

Can anyone point me to a tutorial on how to collimate a SCT?

I've never done it before and I don't want to mess it up completely!!

I did try searching the forum but didn't find detailed instuctions.

Thanks

Pip

[Psychobilly]

Hi Pip,

Here's a good place to start...

Schmidt Cassegrain telescope advice - maintenance - SCT collimation

Billy...

[Pip]

Cheers for that Billy, it looks quite a good starting place.

Pip

[John]

My 1st piece of advice would be to get a set of Bob's Knobs if you have not already done so. They make SCT collimation much easier (well the adjustments at least).

John

[centroid]

My 1st piece of advice would be to get a set of Bob's Knobs if you have not already done so. They make SCT collimation much easier (well the adjustments at least).

John

Yep, I'd certainly 'second' that suggestion!!

Dave

[Psychobilly]

Yep bobs knobs are almost essential but watch how you fit them or your first collimation session could be starting with it way out...

Billy...