{"product_id":"askar-50p-af-kit","title":"Askar 50P AF KIT","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables automated focusing for the Askar 50P astrograph\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with almost all brands of electronic focusers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates manual focus adjustments for improved precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreases imaging efficiency, especially during temperature changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes a full set of brackets, pulleys, and belts for installation\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\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\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\u003e50P AF KIT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe 50P AF Kit is the essential mechanical interface for adding precise, automated focusing to your Askar 50P astrograph. This kit is engineered to connect your telescope to nearly any electronic auto focuser (EAF), replacing manual adjustments with repeatable, software-driven control. By enabling autofocus, you can achieve and maintain critically sharp stars throughout your imaging sessions, even as ambient temperatures change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eAutomated Focusing for the Askar 50P\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis kit is designed specifically to integrate an electronic focuser with the Askar 50P's helical focuser. It provides the physical connection necessary to let software manage the fine adjustments required for perfect stars, a task that is difficult and time-consuming to do by hand. This upgrade is critical for remote imaging and for capturing long-exposure projects where focus can drift overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eUniversal Compatibility: Mount Nearly Any Electronic Focuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe primary design goal of the 50P AF Kit is broad compatibility. It is not locked into a single brand's ecosystem. The included selection of mounting hardware, synchronous belts, and pulleys allows you to install electronic focusers from virtually any manufacturer, giving you the freedom to choose the EAF that best fits your existing setup and software workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003eA Complete Installation Kit for Precision Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis kit provides all the necessary components to bridge the gap between your focuser motor and the 50P. It includes an adapter bracket, L-shaped plates, multiple MXL synchronous pulleys of different diameters, and several MXL synchronous belts of varying lengths. This comprehensive assortment ensures you can achieve the correct tension and alignment for smooth, backlash-free operation.\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 purpose of the 50P AF Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 50P AF Kit is a mechanical adapter set that allows you to attach a third-party \u003cstrong\u003eelectronic auto focuser (EAF)\u003c\/strong\u003e to your Askar 50P astrograph. It enables automated, software-controlled focusing, which is more precise and efficient than manual focusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich electronic focusers work with the 50P AF Kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe kit is designed for near-universal compatibility. It includes a variety of belts, pulleys, and brackets to fit \u003cstrong\u003ealmost all brands\u003c\/strong\u003e of electronic focusers available to astronomers. You are not restricted to a specific brand of EAF.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the 50P AF Kit include the electronic focuser motor or the 50P telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a mounting kit only. The Askar 50P telescope and the electronic auto focuser motor must be purchased separately. This kit provides the specialized hardware to connect the two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the 50P AF Kit help when imaging deep-sky objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eFor long imaging sessions required for faint targets like M31, temperature drops overnight can cause the telescope's focus to shift, blurring your images. With an EAF installed via the 50P AF Kit, your software can automatically run a focusing routine periodically, ensuring your stars remain pinpoint sharp for every sub-exposure without any manual intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat hardware does the 50P AF Kit include for mounting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe kit contains a complete set of installation hardware. This includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAn adapter bracket and L-shaped plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eMultiple MXL synchronous belts of different lengths\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eTwo MXL synchronous pulleys of different diameters\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli\u003eAll necessary screws and Allen wrenches for assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill I need to manually focus my Askar 50P at all after installing the 50P AF Kit and an EAF?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. Once the kit and an electronic focuser are properly installed and configured with your imaging software, all focusing operations are handled by the motor. You will no longer need to touch the telescope's focuser manually, reducing vibrations and improving overall precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/askar-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAskar 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Askar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52851341984029,"sku":"ASK-50P-AFKIT","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Askar-50P-AF-KIT-1_21b2c526-79be-4690-9fce-af5f63a44a9b.jpg?v=1788401838","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-eu\/products\/askar-50p-af-kit","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}