Please note this listing is for the Moonlite 2" CHL EdgeHD 11" - 14" model in black with dual rate shaft lock and it comes with the low profile mirror lock and focus knob replacements as per the image. This listing is for a manual focuser. This is an ex display focuser but it's not been mounted or used. The item condition is A1 new.
The new CHL 2.5” large format focuser features a low profile hybrid design to allow focal reducers to be used inside the focuser. N
We make 3 versions: one for EDGE 8” using the .7” EDGE reducer; one for EDGE 9.25” using the Lepus Telecompressor #19410; and for the EDGE 11” / 14” using the large EDGE .7 Celestron brand reducer. All CHL focusers will work with out the reducer installed as well.
CHL focusers for EDGE 8" and 9.25" scopes include a special short profile replacement knob kit. The machined aluminum knobs replace the stock plastic mirror lock and focus knobs. The knob design along with a tapered bottom focuser flange shape allows the CHL 2.5” large format focusers to thread on to the visual back in a very low position. This super low profile along with the reducers fitting up in the large format focuser’s drawtube provide much needed back focus for imaging set ups. We also include a special 68mm to Recessed T-thread adapter along with the normal 2” and 1 ¼” comp ring thread in tops. All 3 thread in tops come standard with any of these CHL model focusers.
CHL focuser for EDGE 11"/14"inch scope includes:
3 ¼” threaded flange Fits both the 11" and 14" EDGE OTAs, with or with out a reducer installed in front of the focuser.
Special 68mm to- recessed T-thread with lock ring adapter included free.
No Knob kit is needed with the 11" and 14" EDGE scopes as the stock knobs are away from the focuser and do not pose any limitations.
The CHL focuser for the 11”/ 14” EDGE scope can use the Large EDGE .7 reducer. The reducer needs threaded on to the visual back first, then the focuser threads on to the reducer. The 146mm back focus specs allows enough room for both the focuser and camera in most configurations. However adding an OAG may place the spacing to far out. Note the Lepus reducer at 101mm spacing does not work with the CHL EDGE focuser on the 11/14", Please use the correct .7 EDGE reducer from Celestron that provides the 146mm back focus space.
Standard -The standard CHL comes with our heavy-duty 1.5" Tri-knob option. It is a dual rate (2 speed) configuration using our extremely smooth 8 to 1 reduction unit. It uses large 1.5" OD knobs and has both a coarse and a fine knob on one side and a coarse on the other. The larger tri-knob option is a heavy-duty version of the regular dual rate system found on our smaller CS focusers and has increased lifting capacity to 6 lbs. The fine focus adjustment knob is on the right by default, but can be made a lefty if needed.
Tri-knob w/Lock ($25) - The Tri-knob with LOCK knob option adds the shaft lock system to the coarse side. The shaft lock option uses a unique mini brass compression ring clamp sub system that allows the user to lock the shaft with out deflecting the drawtube. This type of focus lock is much better then the old "thumb screw against the draw tube" style that would shift the image when pressed against the draw tube. The shaft lock ability along with the 6 lb heavy-duty reduction unit make this option ideal for heavy demanding loads for both visual and imaging requirements.
DC Motor ($195.00) – The DC motor with slip clutch option uses our Dual channel battery operated hand controller. It allows adjustable speed control for focus on the first channel, and the 2nd channel is available for running a 2nd focuser, or our rotating flange option. The Slip clutch feature on the motor allows both manual operation using the knobs and electronic hand controller operation at the same time. The DC gear head motor and controller combination are ideal for operation of the focuser when a Computer is not going to be used. The DC motor is ideal for visual or imaging and provides a 8 lb lifting capacity when installed on the focuser.
Fast & Reliable Delivery
Helpful & Friendly Staff
Best Prices Online
100% Secure Shopping