Baader Diamond Steeltrack BDS-SC 2" Focuser (SKU: 2957220)

Baader Diamond Steeltrack BDS-SC 2" Crayford Focuser for Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes

The Baader Diamond Steeltrack BDS-SC 2" Crayford Focuser is an exceptional piece of equipment designed to elevate your astronomy experience. Tailored specifically for Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, this focuser offers precision and durability, making it an ideal choice for both astrophotography enthusiasts and visual observers.

What truly distinguishes this focuser is its superior material choice and construction. With a mechanism crafted from high-quality stainless steel and a diamond-coated friction surface, it provides an incredibly precise micro-gear system. The meticulously engineered bearing system ensures seamless adjustments and perfect alignment, even when supporting a load of up to 6 kg.

The focuser's large internal diameter allows it to accommodate full-frame cameras without risking vignetting. It also features internal baffles to effectively eliminate glare, enhancing image quality. For astrophotography, the focuser can be upgraded with the optional electronic focus control drive, the SteelDrive, enabling even more precise focusing.

Key Features of the Baader Diamond Steeltrack BDS-SC 2" Crayford Focuser:

• Professional-grade Crayford focuser designed for Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.
• Constructed with a stainless steel mechanism and diamond friction surface.
• High-quality roller bearings for optimal performance and precision.
• Ensures perfect alignment and zero backlash, supporting up to 6 kg load.
• Internal baffles to reduce glare and improve image clarity.
• Equipped with S58 and M55 threads for easy attachment of optical accessories.
• Compatible with the optional SteelDrive electronic focus control for enhanced precision.
• Adaptable for both right-handed and left-handed users.

Technical Specifications:

• Focuser type: Crayford
• Compatible with: Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes
• Extractor size: 2"
• Inner diameter of the exhaust hood: 55 mm
• Focus adjustment range: 30 mm
• Focus adjustment scale: 0 - 30 mm with ± 1 mm divisions
• Maximum load capacity: 6 kg
• Gear ratio: 1:10
• Bearing type: Roller bearings
• Gear material: Stainless steel
• Friction surface: Diamond
• Electric drive compatibility: Yes
• Eyepiece side mount: Clamping with three mounting screws/M55x1 thread/S58 thread
• Telescope side mount: 2" UNF/3.3" UNF
• Weight: 1.08 kg

Kit Components:

• Baader Diamond Steeltrack BDS-SC 2" eyepiece extractor

Warranty:

The Baader Diamond Steeltrack BDS-SC 2" Crayford Focuser includes a 24-month warranty, offering you satisfaction and peace of mind with your purchase.