{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-adapter-6x7-flange-to-m68i-for-tec-ap-field-flattener","title":"Baader Planetarium Adapter 6x7 Flange to M68i – for TEC\/AP Field Flattener","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdapts 6x7 Flange to M68i Female Thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select Astro-Physics Field Flatteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with select TEC Field Flatteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables Use of Baader M68 System Accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a Rigid, Fully Threaded Connection\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\u003eDownloads\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\u003eAdapter 6x7 Flange to M68i – for TEC\/AP Field Flattener\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Baader Planetarium adapter creates the critical link between the large-format 6x7 flange found on premium Astro-Physics and TEC field flatteners and the versatile M68i thread system. It allows imagers to build a robust, fully threaded optical train that eliminates the potential for flexure inherent in slip-fit or compression-style connectors.\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\u003eConnect Your Astro-Physics\/TEC 6x7 Flattener to the M68 System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor owners of high-end Astro-Physics and Telescope Engineering Company (TEC) flatteners, this adapter unlocks the entire Baader M68 accessory ecosystem. By converting the proprietary 6x7 flange to a standard M68i female thread, you gain the ability to securely attach a wide range of imaging components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem Versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrate essential tools like the Baader M68 Off-Axis Guider, filter changers, or camera rotators directly into your optical path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical Rigidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e A fully threaded connection is paramount for modern imaging with heavy cameras and filter wheels. This adapter ensures your components are securely locked together, preventing tilt and maintaining perfect alignment through long exposures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engineered specifically for the Astro-Physics and TEC 6x7 flange, this component guarantees a seamless and secure fit with your high-end flattener.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the purpose of the Baader 6x7 to M68i adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is designed to connect \u003cstrong\u003eAstro-Physics and TEC field flatteners\u003c\/strong\u003e that use a 6x7 flange to the widely supported \u003cstrong\u003eBaader M68 thread system\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows you to build a secure, fully threaded imaging train with M68 accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich flatteners are compatible with this Baader adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is specifically designed for field flatteners from \u003cstrong\u003eAstro-Physics\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTelescope Engineering Company (TEC)\u003c\/strong\u003e that feature the 6x7 flange mount. It is not a universal adapter and should only be used with these compatible components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a TEC field flattener and want to use a Baader M68 Off-Axis Guider. Is this the right adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this adapter is made for exactly this scenario. It provides the M68i female thread needed to securely attach a Baader M68 OAG and other accessories directly to your TEC flattener's 6x7 flange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this adapter let me attach an M68 filter wheel to my Astro-Physics flattener for imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. This adapter creates the necessary M68i interface on your Astro-Physics flattener, allowing you to build a rigid, threaded train with M68 components like a filter wheel. This ensures a flexure-free setup for capturing deep-sky objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this adapter add flexure to the imaging train?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, its primary purpose is to \u003cstrong\u003eprevent flexure\u003c\/strong\u003e. By creating a solid, threaded connection between your flattener and accessories, it provides a significantly more rigid link than slip-fit or compression ring adapters, which are common sources of tilt and flex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat accessories can I use once I install the 6x7 to M68i adapter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstalling this adapter opens up the entire \u003cstrong\u003eBaader M68 accessory ecosystem\u003c\/strong\u003e. This includes, but is not limited to, off-axis guiders, filter wheels and drawers, camera rotators, and a wide variety of M68 extension tubes for achieving perfect back focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight (kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.42\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstro Physics, Baader Planetarium, TEC, Zeiss\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Diameter \/ Clear Aperture (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOuter Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e91\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType of Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReducing Adapter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical length (mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInner Connection (eyepiece\/-camera-sided)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM68 x 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdapters Family\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM68 System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/baader-planetarium-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaader Planetarium Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baader Planetarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913172185373,"sku":"BAA-2458245","price":188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Adapter-6x7-Flansch-to-M68i-for-TEC-AP-Field-Flattener-1_63103bcc-5e4e-42c7-8eef-ef11b394f482.jpg?v=1789087114","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/baader-planetarium-adapter-6x7-flange-to-m68i-for-tec-ap-field-flattener","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}