William Optics 50mm CCD Imaging Guide Scope # M-G50
Brand | William Optics |
Part Number | M-G50 |
Availability | available |
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Product Info
Manufacturer Description
New from William Optics! A unique 50mm CCD straight-through guidescope with helical focusing.
Optical Features
- Fully multi coated 50mm f/4 (focal length = 200mm) achromatic objective
- Designed for use with small-chip CCD autoguider cameras having a 1.25" nosepiece
- Can be used as an optical finder but most eyepieces will require an 0.5"-1" extension tube to reach focus. Eyepiece and extension not included
- 90-deg erecting prism diagonal with helical focusing available separately to convert guidescope into a right angle finder
Mechanical Features
- 1.25" holder features brass compression ring and 3 locking screws to securely hold your camera
- Helical focusing with 15mm (0.59") of focus travel (be careful not to exceed this or the eyepiece holder will separate from the finder)
- Holder / camera are rotatable
- White powder painted with excellent fit and finish that are the hallmark of every William Optics product
Mechanical Specifications
- Tube diameter = 54.6mm (2.15"); Dewshield diameter = 58.1mm (2.29")
- Tube weight (without eyepiece) = 15.0oz (425g)
Finder Bracket
- Not included; sold separately
Reviews
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Sep 25, 2015
Great Guide Scope
Pros:Compact,Lightweight,Quality Lenses,Easy to Use
Cons: Comments:Slightly longer focal length than the "mini" scopes, provides better guiding. High quality optics make guide stars pinpoints.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? NoThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Aug 15, 2014W.O. produces quality accessories
Pros:Lightweight,Easy to Use,Compact,Accurate,Strong Construction,Quality Lenses
Cons: Comments:A piece made with excellent materials and perfect optics.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Feb 7, 2014Sturdy, but needed extension for STi
Pros:Well Made,Strong Construction
Cons: Comments:Well made little guide scope. I did need an extension (Blue Fireball 1.25" Eyepiece Extension Tube with 1" Extension # X-01) to reach focus with an SBIG ST-i, which makes it pretty long, so I use 3 rings to help eliminate flex. YMMV with different guide cameras.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Sep 27, 2013A keeper
Pros:Lightweight,Strong Construction,Quality Lenses
Cons: Comments:I've found I need to rack it out quite a bit - almost all the way - to bring my QHY5L-II to focus. For many guiders, an extension tube may be needed. Typical of WO gear, the construction is more than solid.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
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