32 replies to this topic

[Isaac M.]

Not a bad idea!

[jragsdale]

Not a bad idea!

I can make another if you want one!

[tim53]

The sky micro is a wonderful Focuser. You’ll find lots of threads about these with a search. 

[Isaac M.]

I can make another if you want one!

 

If you really wouldn't mind that would be great!

Edited by Isaac M., 18 November 2024 - 08:45 PM.

[Isaac M.]

jragsdale 3d printed me a clamp, so now I can rest assured that my eyepieces won't fall out while looking at Saturn!

Edited by Isaac M., 23 November 2024 - 06:04 PM.

[jgraham]

Looks good!

[Garyth64]

A few years ago I made a clamp to use on Unitron focusers to hold a Unihex.  I adapted it to use on the focuser of my 6" f/9 Criterion:

 

 

Made from 1/2" thick aluminum.

Edited by Garyth64, 24 November 2024 - 09:07 AM.

[jragsdale]

A few years ago I made a clamp to use on Unitron focusers to hold a Unihex.  I adapted it to use on the focuser of my 6" f/9 Criterion:

 

focuser clamp.jpg

 

Made from 1/2" thick aluminum.

That looks way stronger than a 3D printed part, I think it took me about 5 minutes to design mine and 20 minutes to print. Concept to project complete in 30 minutes. Love 3D printing when you don't need the rigidity of metal, but nice to have a real machined part when you need it.