Electric Focus ED80

[JohnP]

Hi All,

As you know I have ED80. Am looking at potential for getting an electric focus unit (not necessarily auto) just being able to drive via hand held control box. Does anyone know of a relatively cheap solution - dont seem to be able to find much scanning web. The focus on my Orion ED80 looks same as this (which I think is the same as the Skywatcher one).. Cheers,  John.

http://www.company7.com/orion/graphics/Orion80EDFocuser500476.jpg

[mickw]

There are others but here's one
http://www.rothervalleyoptics.co.uk/skywatcher-auto-focuser_d1434.html

If you're planning to go the full auto route at some stage, JMI or Lakeside seem to be the weapons of choice

[JohnP]

Thks Mick - Not sure it fits ED80 though it doesn't mention it? Cheers,  John

[mickw]

John, apparently it does
http://www.pulsar-optical.co.uk/prod/generalaccessories/skywatcher/autofouser.html

[Tony G]

Hi John,

I believe that is a ED80 in the image even though it is a Skywatcher and not an Orion, but I think they are very similar, and is the same one I adapted to fit on the back of the SkyMax 150 Pro, which works fine for me, but I think would be adequate for a non remote focuser.
Have a look on Ebay as there are some on there from time to time.

Tony G

[JohnP]

Cheers Mick, Tony - I appreciate your help - John