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Alpine Astronomical Baader Steeldrive II Motor Focuser Adapter Set for FT 3.5" Focuser

BH #ALSTLFT35 • MFR #STL-FT35
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Alpine Astronomical Baader Steeldrive II Motor Focuser Adapter Set for FT 3.5" Focuser
Key Features
  • Use with FeatherTouch 3.5" Focuser
  • Works with Baader Steeltrack Focusers
  • 17.6 lb Payload Capacity
  • Allows Motorized Fine Drive
This Baader Steeldrive II Motor Focuser Adapter Set from Alpine Astronomical connects a Steeldrive II Motor Unit (#2957265) to the FeatherTouch 3.5" focuser from Starlight Instruments, allowing fine movements of payloads up to 17.6 pounds. The adapter features a temperature sensor and supports temperature compensation. Its contactless homing sensor enables precise homing and repeatable approach of saved absolute positions, perfect for remote observatories. The Steeldrive II Control Unit is required for operation. This adapter is also compatible with all Baader Steeltrack focusers.
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Alpine Astronomical STL-FT35 Overview

This Baader Steeldrive II Motor Focuser Adapter Set from Alpine Astronomical connects a Steeldrive II Motor Unit (#2957265) to the FeatherTouch 3.5" focuser from Starlight Instruments, allowing fine movements of payloads up to 17.6 pounds. The adapter features a temperature sensor and supports temperature compensation. Its contactless homing sensor enables precise homing and repeatable approach of saved absolute positions, perfect for remote observatories. The Steeldrive II Control Unit is required for operation. This adapter is also compatible with all Baader Steeltrack focusers.

  • High-precision focusing motor for heavy loads (up to 17.6 pounds)
  • Includes temperature sensor and supports temperature compensation
  • Steeldrive II Control Unit #2957260 is required for operation
  • Also works with every Baader Steeltrack focuser (Classic and Diamond)
  • Contactless homing sensor for precise homing and repeatable approach of saved absolute positions
  • Can be controlled either with the powerful SteelGo II software or through theASCOM driver. Needs Steeldrive II Control Unit #2957260
  • Made in Germany, CNC-milled aluminum

Alpine Astronomical STL-FT35 Specs

General
Compatibility
Starlight Instruments FeatherTouch 3.5"
Baader Planetarium Steeltrack Focuser Diamond & Classic
Power
Power Source
Phantom Power
Physical
Color
Black
Material of Construction
Aluminum
Cable Length
9.8' / 3 m
Dimensions
2.8 x 1.7 x 1.3" / 70 x 43 x 32 mm

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