TS-Optics carbon fiber primary mirror cell for 406 mm f/8 GSO RC telescopes with standard mirror

TS-Optics Carbon primary mirror cell for 406 mm f/8 GSO RC telescopes

The TS RC telescopes are known for their excellent optics. In principle, the mechanical design of the primary mirror cell has its limits if, for example, the telescopes are to be used over a wide temperature range and high adjustment stability is required over a long period of time.

The TS carbon primary mirror cell meets these requirements:

Base plate of the cell and axial bearing made of CFRP

Mirror suppports made of hard plastic with very good sliding friction properties

Encapsulated or self-lubricating special bearings

Stainless steel connecting parts

Aperture ring included

Optimized air flow inside the cell for rapid temperature adjustment

The main mirror cell was tested over several months under a wide range of weather and temperature conditions. The entire telescope was also subjected to vibrations that never occur in normal use. Nevertheless, the adjustment was stable.

Installing the TS Carbon primary mirror cell
In principle, the conversion can be carried out by an experienced amateur astronomer. However, you should read the conversion instructions first to determine whether you have the necessary experience: Installation instructions

Tools and equipment required
While no special tools are required for the conversion, you will need a high-quality collimation aid for the final adjustment of the telescope. We recommend the "TSCOLLIT" collimation telescope. Other devices such as the TSRCKOLLI-G2 are generally suitable, but the larger the telescope, the lower the achievable accuracy.
Because the mirror distance - a critical value for RC telescopes - may have to be adjusted, you should also have a Ronchi eyepiece (TS article number: Ronchi) available.
All devices mentioned and any required adapters are linked in the "Recommended accessories" section.

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