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Baader Adapter - FLI Dovetail/M68x1(M)
Baader Adapter - FLI Dovetail/M68x1(M)

Baader Adapter - FLI Dovetail/M68x1(M)

by Baader Planetarium
SKU BAA-2458219
$223.00 - $223.00
$223.00
$223.00 - $223.00
$223.00
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  • Connects FLI Dovetail Mounts to M68x1 Threads
  • Provides a Male (External) M68x1 Thread
  • Enables Integration with Baader M68 Accessories
  • Precision-Machined for a Rigid, No-Flex Connection
  • Ideal for Heavy FLI Camera and Filter Wheel Setups
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  • Baader Adapter - FLI Dovetail/M68x1(M)

    The Baader FLI Dovetail to M68x1 Adapter creates a direct, secure interface between Finger Lakes Instrumentation cameras and the robust M68 threaded system. This male-threaded adapter allows you to rigidly attach your FLI camera to a wide range of M68 components, such as telecompressors, off-axis guiders, and filter wheels, completely eliminating flexure in demanding imaging setups.

    Integrate FLI Cameras into the Baader M68 Threaded System

    Finger Lakes Instrumentation (FLI) cameras are known for their high-end sensors and build quality, but they utilize a proprietary dovetail mounting system. This Baader adapter bridges the gap, converting the FLI dovetail into the widely supported M68x1 thread standard. This opens up your imaging train to the entire Baader M68 ecosystem, renowned for its stability and versatility with large format sensors.

    A Zero-Flexure Connection for Demanding Imaging

    For serious astrophotography, any amount of tilt or flexure in the optical train can compromise star shapes and image quality. The large diameter and threaded design of the M68 system provide a far more rigid connection than smaller T-2 threads or bayonet mounts. By using this adapter, you ensure that your heavy FLI camera and any attached accessories are securely locked to the telescope's optical axis, maintaining perfect alignment through long exposures and temperature changes.

  • What is the primary use for the Baader FLI to M68x1 Adapter?

    This adapter is designed for one specific purpose: to connect a Finger Lakes Instrumentation (FLI) camera, which uses a dovetail mount, to an accessory or focuser that has a female M68x1 thread. It allows imagers to integrate their high-end cameras into the robust and versatile Baader M68 optical system.

    I want to connect my FLI camera to a Baader Steeltrack focuser with an M68 thread. Is this the right adapter?

    Yes, this is the correct component. If your Baader Steeltrack focuser terminates in a female M68x1 thread, this adapter's male M68 thread will connect directly to it, while the other side securely holds your FLI camera's dovetail mount.

    Will this Baader adapter work with my FLI ProLine or MicroLine camera?

    Yes, this adapter is designed to be compatible with the standard dovetail mounting system found on FLI camera bodies, including models in the ProLine and MicroLine series. It provides the necessary mechanical connection to the M68 system.

    Why should I use the M68 system with my FLI camera instead of a standard T-2 thread?

    The M68 system offers two main advantages over the smaller T-2 (M42) standard:

    • Larger Clear Aperture: The M68 thread has a much larger opening, which prevents vignetting (darkening of the corners) with the large sensors found in many FLI cameras.
    • Greater Rigidity: The larger diameter and robust threading provide a much more secure, zero-flexure connection, which is critical for supporting heavy cameras, filter wheels, and off-axis guiders without tilt.

    Is this Baader FLI adapter threaded on the M68 side?

    Yes. The "(M)" in the product title indicates that this adapter features a male (external) M68x1 thread. It is designed to screw into a female M68x1 port on a focuser, corrector, or other accessory.

    How does this Baader adapter attach to the FLI camera body?

    The adapter features a precision-machined dovetail receiver. You simply slide the corresponding dovetail on your FLI camera body into this receiver and lock it in place, typically with set screws, to create a solid and secure mechanical connection.

  • Net weight (kg) 0.08
    Clamping System Dovetail clamp
    Inner Diameter / Clear Aperture (mm) 64 mm
    Outer Diameter 93 mm
    Type of Adapter Camera Adapter, Reducing Adapter
    Optical length (mm) 10.5
    Inner Connection (eyepiece/-camera-sided) S74.3
    Outer Connection (lens sided) M68 x 1
    Adapters Family M68 System
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