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IMPORTANT: Our store is located in Canada. All orders that include products manufactured outside of Canada or USA will be subject to tariffs and duties, regardless of the order value. US customers are responsible for all applicable duties and tariffs, and those will be billed by the carrier, except for the Lacerta upgrade kit, for which we collect them at checkout.

Starlight Instruments 2.0" Adapter Rack/Pinion for Orion, Celestron, Sky-Watcher Vixen & Synta Telescopes

by Starlight Instruments
SKU SI-A20-3003-8
$130.00 - $130.00
$130.00
$130.00 - $130.00
$130.00
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  • Connects a 2.0" Starlight Instruments Rack & Pinion Focuser to your telescope
  • Compatible with select models from Orion, Celestron, and Sky-Watcher
  • Also fits certain Vixen & Synta telescopes
  • Enables a critical upgrade from a stock focuser
  • Machined by Starlight Instruments for a precise, rigid fit
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  • Starlight Instruments 2.0" Adapter Rack/Pinion for Orion, Celestron, Sky-Watcher Vixen & Synta Telescopes

    This Starlight Instruments adapter is the essential mechanical link required to upgrade your telescope with a precision 2.0" Feather Touch Rack and Pinion focuser. It is engineered to replace the stock focuser on a range of popular telescopes from Orion, Celestron, Sky-Watcher, Vixen, and Synta, providing a solid foundation for one of the world's finest focusing systems.

    Bridge the Gap to a Feather Touch Focuser

    Many excellent telescopes are equipped with focusers that cannot handle the weight of a modern imaging train or lack the fine control needed for critical focusing. This adapter solves that problem by creating a secure, non-flexing mounting point for a Starlight Instruments 2.0" Rack and Pinion focuser, which is sold separately.

    By installing this adapter, you unlock the ability to use a Feather Touch focuser, renowned for its dual-speed 10:1 reduction, zero image-shift, and ability to carry heavy camera and accessory loads. This single upgrade can fundamentally transform your telescope's imaging and visual capabilities, eliminating a primary source of mechanical frustration.

  • What is the purpose of this Starlight Instruments 2.0" Adapter?

    This adapter's sole purpose is to allow a Starlight Instruments 2.0" Rack and Pinion focuser to be mounted onto specific telescopes from brands like Celestron, Sky-Watcher, Orion, Vixen, and Synta. It bridges the mechanical difference between the telescope's rear cell or tube and the focuser's base plate.

    Which specific focuser is this adapter designed for?

    This adapter is specifically made for the Starlight Instruments 2.0" Rack and Pinion (R&P) Feather Touch focusers. It is not intended for their Crayford models or focusers of other sizes (e.g., 2.5" or 3.0") without additional components.

    Will this Starlight Instruments adapter fit my Celestron NexStar 8SE?

    While this adapter is designed for Celestron telescopes, compatibility is not universal across all models. Telescope manufacturers can change mounting patterns over time. You must physically check the mounting interface on your specific 8SE to ensure it matches the adapter. When in doubt, it is best to contact us with measurements of your telescope's focuser base.

    Why should I replace my Sky-Watcher's stock focuser using this adapter?

    Upgrading to a Feather Touch focuser provides a dramatic improvement in focusing precision and stability. Key benefits include:

    • Heavy Payload Capacity: Eliminates sagging and flexure common with stock focusers when using heavy cameras and filter wheels.
    • Dual-Speed Control: The 10:1 fine-focus knob allows for extremely precise adjustments essential for high-resolution imaging and visual observation.
    • Zero Image Shift: The rack and pinion design ensures the drawtube moves without any wobble or tilt, keeping your target perfectly centered.

    Does this adapter introduce any flexure into the optical train?

    No. Starlight Instruments components are machined from high-grade aluminum to exacting tolerances. When installed correctly, this adapter provides a solid, rigid connection between the telescope tube and the Feather Touch focuser, ensuring a flex-free optical train for demanding astrophotography.

    Is installation of this focuser adapter difficult?

    Installation typically involves unbolting and removing your telescope's original focuser and then attaching this adapter in its place using the appropriate hardware. The Feather Touch focuser is then mounted to the adapter. While generally straightforward, the exact procedure varies by telescope model. You should be comfortable with basic mechanical adjustments to your equipment.

  • Compatibility Select Orion, Celestron, Sky-Watcher, Vixen & Synta Telescopes
    Focuser Type Starlight Instruments 2.0" Rack & Pinion Feather Touch Focusers

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  • Starlight Instruments 2-Year Warranty