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PlaneWave Hedrick Focuser

PlaneWave Hedrick Focuser

Starting Price: $1,325.00
Price as Configured: $1,325.00
Brand: PlaneWave Instruments / SKU: PW-200340
The Hedrick focuser designed by PlaneWave is a heavy duty no-slip focuser capable of handling an imaging payload of up to 20lbs.
Occupies 3″ of backfocus with the focuser fully racked in, and 4.2″ when fully racked out.
Focuser travel range of 30mm (30000 microns/1.2″)
The focus tube runs on 5 bearings and is driven by a leadscrew so there is no chance of slipping.
Focus may be automated through a computer using PlaneWave’s EFA Kit and PWI3 software.
The focuser comes with pre-installed motor that can be controlled with the EFA hand controller or PWI3 software.
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About This Product
The EFA kit automates focusing on the optional Hedrick Focuser, or IRF90 rotating focuser.
Monitors temperature (primary-mirror and OTA back-plate).
Controls the fans built into CDK telescopes.
Ensure you have the proper EFA kit selected for your telescope below.
125901-Kit is for all 12.5″ OTAs (CDK/ IRDK).
240901-Kit is for all 14-24″ OTAs (CDK/ IRDK/ RC) and CDK700s

Hand Controller is not included

*If the EFA is not purchased, the ability to automate temperature regulation for the primary mirror will be lost. This is especially significant when using a third-party focuser, as the EFA is required for full automation.
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Price as Configured: $1,325.00

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