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SBIG STL to StarChaser Adapter

SBIG STL to StarChaser Adapter

by SBIG
SKU DL-ACC08
$119.00 USD - $119.00 USD
$119.00 USD
$119.00 USD - $119.00 USD
$119.00 USD
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  • Adapts SBIG STL Series cameras to modern StarChaser off-axis guiders
  • Enables guiding in front of filters for maximum sensitivity
  • Available in two versions for specific StarChaser models (SC-2, SC-3, SC-4, SC-4C)
  • ACC10 version fits the StarChaser SC-4, which supports the AO-X adaptive optics unit
  • ACC10 version also connects AFW series filter wheels to STL cameras
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  • SBIG STL to StarChaser Adapter

    The SBIG STL to StarChaser Adapter bridges your proven STL Research Series camera to modern autoguiding with support for StarChaser SC-2, SC-3, SC-4, and SC-4C off-axis guiders. Available in two dedicated versions, the ACC08 and ACC10, this adapter enables guiding in front of your filters for maximum sensitivity, especially with narrowband imaging, and is covered by a 1-year warranty. The ACC10 version connects the StarChaser SC-4, which supports the AO-X adaptive optics unit and is Diffraction Limited's choice for large sensors such as the STL-11000.

    Modernize SBIG STL Guiding with StarChaser OAG

    This adapter allows you to pair a modern StarChaser off-axis guide camera with a legacy SBIG STL series camera body. Its primary function is to place the guider's pick-off mirror in the light path before it reaches the filters. This configuration is critical for maintaining high guide sensitivity, as it ensures your guide star is not dimmed by narrowband or dense LRGB filters, resulting in more consistent and accurate tracking during long exposures.

    Choosing Your Adapter: ACC08 for SC-2 vs. ACC10 for SC-4

    Selecting the correct adapter is straightforward and depends entirely on the StarChaser model you intend to use.

    • ACC08 Adapter (DL-ACC08): Choose this version if you are connecting a StarChaser SC-4C or SC-2 to your STL camera.
    • ACC10 Adapter (DL-ACC10): This version is required for connecting a StarChaser SC-3 or SC-4.

    Advanced Integration: The ACC10 for STL-11000 Sensors and AO-X

    For large sensors such as the STL-11000, or when using the external STL filter wheel, use the StarChaser SC-4, which connects with the ACC10 adapter. The SC-4 provides more spacing to the pick-off mirror and more backfocus adjustability, and it supports the AO-X adaptive optics unit.

    Dual-Purpose Design: Attaching AFW Filter Wheels with the ACC10

    Beyond its primary role as a guider adapter, the ACC10 version serves a second valuable function. It can also be used to mechanically connect a modern AFW series filter wheel directly to an SBIG STL camera body.

  • Which SBIG STL to StarChaser adapter do I need for my StarChaser SC-4?

    You must use the ACC10 (DL-ACC10) version of the adapter. It is specifically designed to connect the StarChaser SC-3 and SC-4 models to an STL camera body.

    Why is guiding in front of the filters important with the SBIG STL to StarChaser Adapter?

    Placing the off-axis guider's pick-off mirror before the filters means your guide camera receives the full, unfiltered light from a guide star. This increases sensitivity and the available pool of guide stars, which is especially important when imaging through narrowband filters such as H-alpha or OIII.

    I have an SBIG STL-11000 camera. Is one adapter better than the other?

    Yes, you should choose the ACC10 adapter. For large sensors such as the STL-11000, use the StarChaser SC-4, which connects with the ACC10. The SC-4 provides more spacing to the pick-off mirror and more backfocus adjustability.

    Can I use the SBIG STL to StarChaser Adapter with an AO-X adaptive optics unit?

    Yes, with the right combination of components. Use the StarChaser SC-4 guide camera, which supports the AO-X and connects to your STL camera with the ACC10 adapter.

    Can the ACC10 adapter connect anything other than a StarChaser to my SBIG STL camera?

    Yes. The ACC10 adapter has a dual purpose and can also be used to attach a modern AFW series filter wheel directly to an STL camera body. This is a useful feature for upgrading your existing imaging train.

    What else do I need to attach the SBIG STL to StarChaser assembly to my telescope?

    After assembling the adapter and StarChaser to your STL camera, you will need a separate, appropriate adapter plate to connect the entire assembly to your specific telescope's focuser or corrector threads. This part is not included and varies by telescope.

  • Warranty 1 year
    Versions SC-2 Adapter (DL-ACC08); SC-3 Adapter (DL-ACC10)

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  • Diffraction Limited 1-Year Accessory Warranty