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ECCO-NTC adapter for Dew Heater Rings
The PrimaLuceLab ECCO-NTC adapter is the essential bridge for integrating Celestron's NTC-thermistor-based Dew Heater Rings into your ECCO2-automated dew control system. This compact adapter translates the precise corrector plate temperature readings from the Celestron ring, allowing your ECCO2 and EAGLE to intelligently manage power and prevent dew formation during imaging sessions. It mounts securely to a Vixen-style finder shoe and draws power directly from the ECCO2, ensuring a clean, cable-efficient setup.
Integrate Celestron Dew Heater Rings with Your ECCO2 Controller
Celestron Dew Heater Rings differ from standard dew straps by using an integrated NTC thermistor for direct temperature measurement of a telescope's corrector plate. The ECCO-NTC adapter is specifically engineered to interpret this signal for the ECCO2 controller. This allows the ECCO2 to use real-time, accurate temperature data to calculate the dew point and apply just enough power to the heater ring, optimizing power consumption and thermal stability.
This integration is crucial for unlocking the full potential of your automated setup, especially for long exposures with SCT or aplanatic SC telescopes where precise thermal management is key. Please note, this adapter is designed exclusively for the ECCO2 and is not compatible with the first-generation ECCO controller.
Streamlined Mounting Within the PrimaLuceLab Ecosystem
Designed for seamless physical integration, the small and lightweight ECCO-NTC adapter attaches to any standard Vixen-style finder shoe on your telescope. Two included grub screws allow you to securely fix the main body of your ECCO2 directly to the adapter. This creates a solid, compact unit that minimizes clutter and potential snags in the dark.
Power and data connections are straightforward, as the ECCO-NTC is powered directly by the ECCO2. This eliminates the need for an additional external power supply, further simplifying your cable management and maintaining the clean setup of the PrimaLuceLab ecosystem.
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I have a Celestron 8" EdgeHD with its Dew Heater Ring and an EAGLE. Why do I need the ECCO-NTC adapter?
You need the ECCO-NTC adapter to connect your Celestron Dew Heater Ring to the PrimaLuceLab ECCO2 controller. The Celestron ring uses a specific NTC thermistor to measure temperature, and this adapter translates that signal so the ECCO2 can use the data to automatically control the dew heater's power output.
Can I use the ECCO-NTC adapter to control my Celestron Dew Heater Ring without an ECCO2?
No. The ECCO-NTC adapter is not a standalone controller. Its sole function is to serve as an interface between a Celestron Dew Heater Ring and the PrimaLuceLab ECCO2 environmental controller. It requires the ECCO2 to function.
Will the ECCO-NTC adapter work with the original PrimaLuceLab ECCO controller?
No, this adapter is not backward compatible. It is designed specifically and exclusively for the second-generation ECCO2 controller and will not work with the original ECCO.
How is the ECCO-NTC adapter powered?
The ECCO-NTC adapter requires no external power supply. It is powered directly by the ECCO2 controller through its connection cables, simplifying your setup and reducing cable clutter.
How does the ECCO-NTC adapter mount to my telescope?
The adapter features a base that fits into any standard Vixen-style finder shoe. This provides a secure and common mounting point on most telescopes. You can then attach the ECCO2 body directly to the adapter using the provided grub screws.
Does the ECCO-NTC adapter require an EAGLE computer to work?
While the ECCO-NTC itself connects to the ECCO2, the ECCO2 is designed as a module for the EAGLE computer. The complete system (Dew Heater Ring -> ECCO-NTC -> ECCO2 -> EAGLE) is required for automated dew control. The dew ring's power cable plugs into one of the EAGLE's dew heater ports.
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