Description: Included with pictured mounting bracket. Only what is pictured is included. This is officially “used” but is literally in new condition. About this product deepskydad_af3 AF3 Introducing the Deep Sky Dad AF3 Auto Focuser. By connecting the motor pulley directly to the microfocusing knob, DSD are trying to make attaching the auto focuser as seamless as possible. This method is quite unintrusive as it does not require focuser axis knob disassembly and attaching directly to the axis shaft via coupler, etc. Experience shows belt slipping is a non-issue due to the small amount of force required. If the belt tension is appropriate, autofocusing works like a charm. This approach also has the following pros: Compact mounting balance-wise in comparison to shaft mounting, which protrudes away from the telescope tube. Driving the microfocusing knob does not require much force. This means that the auto focuser motor can be quite small and does not require a gearbox. The motor is not strong enough to damage any part of the focuser shaft (motor starts skipping steps). With a coupler connected to the focuser axis directly this may not be the case. With other systems, a stronger motor or a gearbox is connected to drive the focuser shaft directly. This could result in damage to the gearbox, coupler or in the worse case the focuser itself. The AF3 boasts a stealth drive feature to minimise noise and vibration. In addition to the smoother motion it also provides more accurate movement with micro stepping down to 1/256. The enclosure was also optimised for easier assembly but has retained backwards compatibility with existing Astro Dad adapters. The AF3 is ASCOM/INDI compatible. Features ASCOM/INDI Supported INDIGO Supported The SKy X Pro X2 Focuser Plugin Custom Step Size Speed/Current Control Optional Hand Controller Optional Temperature Probe Settle Buffer Option Compact Design (44.5mmx48.5mmx50.2mm) Weight 170grams Software Downloads Power adapter: 12V - 14V MAX (1A min) with 5.5mm x 2.1mm plug (not included) Connectivity (not included): Mini USB cable OR Micro USB cable (2020)
Price: 120 USD
Location: Mount Airy, Maryland
End Time: 2024-09-24T17:20:01.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Deep Sky Dad
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Country/Region of Manufacture: China
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