PrimaLuceLab
PrimaLuceLab builds for the imager who wants the rig to run itself. The Italian manufacturer's central idea is that focus, rotation, power and control should all be handled by hardware on the telescope rather than by a laptop on a table, and their EAGLE control units, ESATTO focusers and ARCO rotators are designed as one integrated system. David Astro stocks PrimaLuceLab products in Canada, shipping from Canadian inventory.
We use this equipment on our own remote and semi-automated setups, so the advice we give on cabling, power budgeting and control software comes from running it through Canadian winters rather than from a brochure.
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PrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Astro-Physics Mounts with CP4 Controller
Powers Astro-Physics mounts with CP4 controller Connects directly to PrimaLuceLab EAGLE units Provides 12V power Features a secure, screw-on EAGLE...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Canon EOS 1100D, 1200D, 1300D
Powers select Canon EOS cameras directly from a PrimaLuceLab EAGLE unit Replaces the need for standard camera batteries (LP-E10) Designed for long...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Canon EOS 550D, 600D, 650D, 700D
DSLR camera use lithium batteries that, during long exposure astrophotography, can run out of charge and thus avoid you imaging the night sky. That...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Canon EOS 6D, 7D, 60D, 60Da, 70D, 5D Mark II, 5D Mark III
DSLR camera use lithium batteries that, during long exposure astrophotography, can run out of charge and thus avoid you imaging the night sky. That...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Canon EOS 750D, 760D
Powers Canon EOS 750D & 760D DSLR cameras Designed for exclusive use with PrimaLuceLab EAGLE units Replaces the camera's internal battery for ...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for FLI Camera - 115cm
Powers FLI cameras directly from a PrimaLuceLab EAGLE unit Features a secure, screw-on connector on the EAGLE side Prevents accidental power loss ...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Nikon D3100, D3200, D3300, D5100, D5200, D5300, D5500
Powers compatible Nikon D3000 and D5000 series DSLRs from any PrimaLuceLab EAGLE Eliminates the need for battery swaps during long imaging session...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Nikon D500, D600, D610, D750, D800, D7000, D7100, D7200, D810, D810A
DSLR camera use lithium batteries that, during long exposure astrophotography, can run out of charge and thus avoid you imaging the night sky. That...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab EAGLE-compatible power cable for QSI cameras - 115cm 8A
Powers QSI cameras directly from any PrimaLuceLab EAGLE unit 115cm (45.3") cable length for flexible routing Rated for up to 8A of current at 12V ...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for SBIG ALUMA AC2020 and AC4040 Camera - 115cm 8A
Directly powers SBIG ALUMA AC2020 and AC4040 cameras Connects to any PrimaLuceLab EAGLE control unit Features a secure, screw-on 8A-style plug Pre...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for SBIG ALUMA CCD and STC CMOS - 115cm 8A
Powers SBIG ALUMA CCD and STC CMOS cameras Connects directly to PrimaLuceLab EAGLE control units Provides reliable 12V power delivery Features a s...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for SBIG StarChaser - 115cm 3A
Powers SBIG StarChaser cameras directly from an EAGLE control unit Custom-molded connector for the SBIG StarChaser power port Secure, screw-on EAG...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for SBIG STL and STXL Camera - 115cm
Cable Length: 115cm Powers SBIG STL and STXL Cameras Compatible with PrimaLuceLab EAGLE Units Secure 8A Screw-On EAGLE Connector Provides 12V Powe...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for SBIG STT and STF CCD Camera - 115cm
Powers SBIG STT and STF series cameras directly from an EAGLE unit Features a screw-lock plug for a secure, slip-free connection Eliminates the ne...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 and AZ-EQ5 Mounts - 115cm
Powers Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 & AZ-EQ5 mounts from an EAGLE unit 115cm cable length for clean routing Secure 3A screw-on EAGLE-side connector Prev...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Mounts - 115cm
Powers Sky-Watcher EQ6-R mounts directly from a PrimaLuceLab EAGLE 115cm cable length for flexible, snag-free routing Secure screw-in connector fo...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable for Sky-Watcher EQ8 Mounts - 115cm
Powers Sky-Watcher EQ8 mounts from a PrimaLuceLab EAGLE 115cm cable length Secure screw-on EAGLE-side connector Prevents accidental power disconne...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable with 5.5 - 2.1 Connector - 115cm for 3A port
Powers compatible telescope mounts from PrimaLuceLab EAGLE units Screw-on connector prevents accidental disconnection from the EAGLE Designed for ...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable with 5.5 - 2.1 Connector - 115cm for 8A port
Powers devices with 5.5mm x 2.1mm DC input jacks Connects to PrimaLuceLab EAGLE 8A output ports Secure screw-on EAGLE-side connector prevents disc...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab EAGLE-compatible power cable with 5.5 - 2.1 connector and locking screw - 115cm for 8A port
115cm (45.3") Cable Length Connects to PrimaLuceLab EAGLE 8A Power Port 5.5mm Outer / 2.1mm Inner Barrel Connector Locking Screw on Device-Side Co...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable with 5.5 - 2.5 Connector - 115cm for 3A port
Powers PrimaLuceLab ESATTO and SESTO SENSO units Compatible with EAGLE control systems Screw-on connector prevents accidental detachment Designed ...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab Eagle-compatible Power Cable with 5.5 - 2.5 Connector - 115cm for 8A port
Powers devices with a 5.5mm x 2.5mm DC input jack Connects to the EAGLE's high-current 8A power output port Features a screw-on connector for a se...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab EAGLE-compatible power Y cable for 3A port
Splits one 12V EAGLE port into two power outputs Designed for the 3A threaded ports on EAGLE units Provides a total shared current of 3A 115cm tot...
View full detailsPrimaLuceLab EAGLE-compatible power Y cable for 8A port
Splits one 8A EAGLE power port into two outputs Provides one 5.5/2.1mm and one 5.5/2.5mm connector Total combined output of 8A at 12V 115cm total ...
View full detailsThe PrimaLuceLab Automation Stack
PrimaLuceLab's components are designed to be stacked on the telescope itself, which removes most of the cable length between the mount and the computer and makes the whole rig easier to move and to leave running.
- EAGLE control units: Ruggedized Windows computers that mount on the telescope, providing regulated 12 V power outputs, USB hubs and remote desktop control from a tablet or phone.
- ESATTO robotic focusers: Absolute-position microfocusers with high load capacity and integrated temperature sensing, available in several drawtube sizes.
- SESTO SENSO focus motors: Retrofit robotic focus for an existing focuser, adding absolute positioning without replacing the drawtube.
- ARCO rotators: Camera rotation with position feedback, so framing and off-axis guide star selection can be automated rather than done by hand.
- GIOTTO flat panels: Illuminated calibration panels with adjustable brightness, sized to fit specific telescope apertures for repeatable flat frames.
- PLUS mounting systems and accessories: Rings, plates and cable management designed around the rest of the ecosystem for a tidy, snag-free rig.
Why Choose David Astro for PrimaLuceLab
Automation hardware is only an improvement if it is specified and wired correctly. That is where most of the difficulty sits.
- Power budgeting: We total the draw of your cameras, dew heaters, focuser and mount against the EAGLE's output capacity, which prevents the intermittent faults that come from an overloaded supply.
- Focuser load matching: We check your imaging train weight against the ESATTO's rated capacity, including the moment load when the tube is near horizontal.
- Authorized dealer: Full manufacturer warranty and verified authenticity, with warranty work handled in Canada.
- Canadian stock: In-stock items ship domestically without duties or brokerage fees.
- Setup and diagnostics: In-house support for configuration, driver setup and troubleshooting after the sale.
PrimaLuceLab in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions
- Do I need an EAGLE if I already have a laptop?
- Not strictly. The advantage is that all cabling stays on the telescope and the mount only carries one power lead, which removes snags and shortens setup considerably. It also survives outdoor cold better than a consumer laptop.
- ESATTO or SESTO SENSO?
- SESTO SENSO motorizes the focuser you already have, which is the cheaper path. ESATTO replaces the drawtube entirely and gives higher load capacity and better mechanical precision, which matters with heavy imaging trains.
- Does the system work in deep cold?
- The hardware is built for outdoor use, but power draw rises and cable stiffness becomes a real problem below about minus 20. We advise on cable routing and strain relief for winter operation.
- Is warranty service done in Canada?
- Yes. As an authorized dealer we handle warranty and repair domestically, avoiding international shipping and customs paperwork.
Automating your rig?
Tell us your telescope, camera and power setup and we will spec the PrimaLuceLab system around it. Ships from our Canadian warehouse.