What is the purpose of the William Optics WO-AD4-A006-L00GD03 adapter?
This adapter is a specialized mechanical part that allows you to securely thread a William Optics Flat4 field flattener onto the focuser draw tube of specific FLT telescopes (models 98, 110, 132, and 152) made between 2007 and 2016. It is required for astrophotography with that combination of equipment.
Will this Flat4 adapter fit my 2010 William Optics FLT110?
Yes. This adapter is specified for all William Optics FLT 98, 110, 132, and 152 models manufactured from 2007 through 2016, so your 2010 model is fully compatible.
Is this adapter compatible with newer William Optics telescopes made after 2016?
No. This adapter is designed specifically for the focuser thread pattern and dimensions of the 2007-2016 generation of FLT telescopes. Newer models use different focuser designs and require different adapters.
How do I install this Flat4 adapter on my FLT132?
Installation typically involves unthreading the standard 2" visual back or eyepiece holder from the end of your FLT132's focuser draw tube. This adapter then threads directly onto the exposed male threads of the draw tube, providing the correct connection for your Flat4 flattener.
Does the gold color of this adapter match the original telescope?
Yes, the gold anodized finish was intentionally chosen to match the distinctive gold trim and lens cell accents found on the William Optics FLT series telescopes from that manufacturing period.
Can I use this adapter to connect a different brand of flattener to my FLT98?
This is not recommended. The adapter is designed to provide the correct threading and spacing for the William Optics Flat4 flattener. Using it with another flattener will likely result in incorrect spacing, leading to poor off-axis star shapes and other imaging artifacts.