WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

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BadDog
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WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

#1 Post by BadDog » Fri Feb 23, 2024 3:21 pm

Hi, looking for these 15X eyepieces to add the versatility to my AO10. And looking for a phototube adaptor for my trinoc head. Not seeing much on eBay and other sources.
The journey continues :)
thanks!!

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Re: WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

#2 Post by apochronaut » Fri Feb 23, 2024 10:39 pm

I see one out there. Message sent with a link.

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Re: WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

#3 Post by BadDog » Wed Feb 28, 2024 7:09 pm

Update - was able to find 184s, but still needing phototube. I know there is a tube of sorts (not OEM) https://www.ebay.com/itm/152323422958
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And I think there was a discussion how this needed flocking on the eyepiece end to reduce light reflection since there is no "shoulder"
Also, maybe this exists in thingiverse? or is it just the adapter to the camera at the eyepiece end of things?

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Re: WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

#4 Post by apochronaut » Thu Feb 29, 2024 12:23 am

Oddly, those are listed as used. That might suggest that they are some that were returned. The flocking is required at the bottom ; 1/2" up will do it. Another option and perhaps a better one is to find or make a thin aluminum washer with just a little smaller i.d. and solder it on the bottom. That would create the required lip or diaphragm. You would then need to give the lip a little flat black paint. Probably even a couple of coats of marker would do.
I think I posted the dimensions of the factory tube in the past but I can do it again if you want them.

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Re: WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

#5 Post by wabutter » Thu Mar 07, 2024 2:01 am

I have a pair of 182 15x eyepiecesin New condition. Can't remember which product line they originated in, but keep in mind the eyepieces for the Series 10 were uncompensated and the usual max FD was 18mm. These would probably work with out any problem. If interested make a reasonable offer.

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Re: WTB: 15X 184 eyepieces & trinoc phototube for AO10

#6 Post by wabutter » Thu Mar 07, 2024 2:09 am

Just found the second 184 15x so I now have a pair. Very good Condition. Make and offer if you still need or want them

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