{"product_id":"starizona-quickswitch-eaf-sct-bracket","title":"Starizona QuickSwitch EAF SCT Bracket","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstantly switch between electronic and manual focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for ZWO EAF motors on Celestron SCTs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt-driven system for smooth focus adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined aluminum mounting brackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible mounting orientation clears handles and fork bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStarizona QuickSwitch EAF SCT Bracket\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Starizona QuickSwitch EAF SCT Bracket solves a common frustration for SCT imagers by allowing a ZWO EAF to be used for electronic focusing without sacrificing the ability to focus manually. This system uses a simple thumb screw to engage or disengage the belt-driven motor, letting you switch from a HyperStar imaging session to visual observing in seconds, all without tools or the hassle of removing the EAF from your telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDual-Mode Focusing: Switch Between EAF and Manual Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe core of the QuickSwitch design is its clutch-like mechanism. With a simple turn of a thumb screw, you can engage the ZWO EAF for precise, software-controlled focusing. When you need to make large focus changes quickly or want to use the telescope visually, a turn in the opposite direction disengages the motor, allowing the telescope's focus knob to turn freely by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis eliminates the need to completely uninstall your focus motor when changing configurations. You can move from imaging planets at native focal length to wide-field imaging with a HyperStar system, or simply pop in an eyepiece for a quick look, without disrupting your electronic focus setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBroad SCT \u0026amp; EAF Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarizona's QuickSwitch kit is engineered to support virtually any modern Celestron SCT. The kit includes a selection of custom 3D-printed pulleys designed to fit the focus knobs of various SCT models, from smaller OTAs up to larger apertures. This ensures a secure fit and reliable operation across the Celestron lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system also accommodates changes in ZWO's hardware. Motor pulleys are included to fit both the original EAF motors and the newer EAF models which feature a different shaft diameter, ensuring forward and backward compatibility with your existing focusing equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Mounting for Modern Telescope OTAs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecognizing that not all SCTs are identical, the machined aluminum QuickSwitch bracket offers multiple mounting orientations. The primary position typically points the motor downward, parallel to the dovetail bar. However, Celestron's mounting hole placement can vary between models and production runs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo solve this, the bracket can also be mounted at an angle. This alternate position is essential for clearing obstructions like the integrated carry handle on EdgeHD models or the large base of fork-mounted telescopes like the NexStar SE and CPC series, ensuring a clean installation on a wide variety of telescope systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main benefit of the Starizona QuickSwitch EAF SCT Bracket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit is the ability to \u003cstrong\u003ekeep your ZWO EAF attached\u003c\/strong\u003e to your Celestron SCT while still being able to \u003cstrong\u003efocus manually\u003c\/strong\u003e. A thumb screw engages or disengages the motor's belt drive, allowing you to switch between electronic and manual focusing in seconds without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI use my Celestron 8\" SCT for both HyperStar imaging and visual observing. Will the QuickSwitch bracket help?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is an ideal scenario for the QuickSwitch. Switching between HyperStar and visual use requires large changes in focus. The QuickSwitch lets you disengage the EAF to make those large adjustments manually and quickly, then re-engage it for fine electronic focusing once you are in the new configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eMy EdgeHD scope has a large carry handle. Can I still install the QuickSwitch EAF bracket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The QuickSwitch bracket is designed with an alternate, angled mounting position specifically to provide clearance for obstructions like the carry handle on an EdgeHD optical tube or the base of a fork-mounted telescope. This ensures the EAF motor does not interfere with your telescope's hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the QuickSwitch compatible with the newer ZWO EAF models?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the kit includes motor pulleys to fit both the original ZWO EAF and the newer EAF models, which have different motor shaft diameters. This ensures compatibility regardless of which version of the EAF you own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat are the QuickSwitch bracket components made of?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main structural brackets for mounting the motor and attaching to the telescope are \u003cstrong\u003emachined from aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e for rigidity and durability. The pulleys that fit over the focus knob and motor shaft are custom-made using \u003cstrong\u003e3D printing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the QuickSwitch kit include everything I need to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the kit is designed to be comprehensive. It includes the machined brackets, a full set of pulleys to fit various Celestron SCTs and ZWO EAF versions, and all necessary hardware for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/starizona-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eStarizona Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Starizona","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68033928462621,"sku":"STZ-QuickEAF","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Starizona-QuickSwitch-EAF-SCT-Bracket-1_dc133087-24ff-4134-aa07-71b62999deb3.jpg?v=1794375650","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/starizona-quickswitch-eaf-sct-bracket","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}