{"product_id":"shelyak-pu0149","title":"Shelyak ST8\/10 adapter for Alpy 600","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom adapter for SBIG ST7, ST8, ST10, and ST2000 cameras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts compatible SBIG cameras to a Shelyak Alpy 600 spectroscope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces the camera's standard front plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolves the mechanical backfocus incompatibility between these devices\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\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\u003eST8\/10 adapter for Alpy 600\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shelyak ST8\/10 Adapter for Alpy 600 is the specific mechanical flange required to mount classic SBIG ST7, ST8, ST10, and ST2000 series cameras onto the Alpy 600 spectroscope. This adapter directly addresses the excessive mechanical backfocus of these cameras, which otherwise prevents a secure and focused connection.\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\u003eSolving SBIG Backfocus for Alpy 600 Spectroscopy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanical design of SBIG's ST7, ST8, ST10, and ST2000 cameras results in a backfocus distance that is too large for direct attachment to an Alpy 600 spectroscope. This adapter is not a simple spacer; it is a replacement front plate for the camera body. By removing the camera's original plate and installing this custom flange, you physically shorten the optical path to achieve the correct spacing for spectroscopy with the Alpy 600.\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\u003eCritical Installation and Focusing Warning for ST7\/ST8\/ST10\/ST2000 Cameras\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen this adapter is installed, the front lens of the Alpy 600 spectroscope is positioned extremely close to the protective window of the CCD sensor. You must exercise extreme care when focusing the spectrum. Racking the focuser in too far can cause the Alpy's lens to make physical contact with the camera's window, risking permanent damage to both optics.\u003c\/p\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\"\u003eWhich SBIG cameras is the ST8\/10 adapter for Alpy 600 compatible with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is specifically designed for the SBIG ST7, ST8, ST10, and ST2000 model CCD cameras. It will not work with other SBIG models or cameras from other manufacturers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is the ST8\/10 adapter necessary for using my SBIG ST7 with an Alpy 600?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard mechanical backfocus of the SBIG ST7 camera is too long to allow the Alpy 600 spectroscope to reach focus. This adapter replaces the camera's front plate, effectively reducing the distance to bring it within the Alpy's required range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I install the Shelyak ST8\/10 adapter on my SBIG camera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation requires you to carefully remove the original front plate from your SBIG camera body. This adapter flange is then mounted in its place. This is a modification to your camera and should be done with care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the biggest risk when using the ST8\/10 adapter with my Alpy 600?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary risk is optical damage during focusing. The adapter brings the Alpy's lens very close to the CCD window. You must focus slowly and carefully to avoid the two surfaces touching, which could scratch or crack the optics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIf I want to capture the spectrum of Vega (Alpha Lyrae) with my SBIG ST8 and Alpy 600, is this adapter all I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis adapter is the essential mechanical link between your SBIG ST8 and the Alpy 600. Once they are physically connected using this adapter, you will still need to mount the entire assembly to your telescope and proceed with standard spectroscopic acquisition procedures, including focusing and calibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Alpy 600 ST8\/10 adapter to connect my camera to other Shelyak spectroscopes like the Lhires III?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This adapter is engineered exclusively for the Alpy 600 spectroscope. The backfocus requirements and mechanical interfaces for other spectroscopes, like the Lhires III, are different and require their own specific adapters.\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\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShelyak Alpy 600 Spectroscope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCamera Compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSBIG ST7, ST8, ST10, ST2000\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrects mechanical backfocus for camera attachment\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\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eST8\/10 adapter for Alpy 600\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/shelyak-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShelyak 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Shelyak","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52943042085149,"sku":"SHK-PU0149","price":101.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/Shelyak-ST8-10-adapter-for-Alpy-600-1_4bf08066-01f7-436f-8ae7-9e98ff2ba9ea.jpg?v=1789616187","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr-us\/products\/shelyak-pu0149","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}