What is the purpose of the Takahashi FSQ106 645 0.72X Reducer Adapter?
This adapter's sole function is to securely connect the Takahashi 645 QE 0.72x Reducer, used with the FSQ-106 telescope, to the WandererRotator Pro. It provides the correct mechanical threads and ensures the precise spacing needed for optimal optical alignment.
Is this adapter compatible with other Takahashi reducers or the standard FSQ-106 focuser?
No, this adapter is specifically designed for the thread pattern and back focus requirements of the Takahashi 645 QE 0.72x Reducer. It is not compatible with other reducers or for connecting the rotator directly to the telescope's main focuser.
Why do I need this specific adapter for my WandererRotator Pro and FSQ-106?
A generic adapter may not provide the necessary rigidity or maintain the exact back focus distance required by the FSQ-106's 0.72x reducer. This purpose-built adapter ensures a solid, non-flexing connection, which is critical for preventing image tilt and achieving a perfectly flat field with your camera.
Will this adapter maintain the correct back focus for my FSQ-106 with the 645 0.72x reducer?
Yes. This adapter is manufactured to precise tolerances to form part of the correct back focus distance when connecting the WandererRotator Pro to the Takahashi 645 QE 0.72x reducer. You will still need to account for the remaining distance with other spacers to match your specific camera's sensor depth.
I have an FSQ-106EDX4 with the 645 QE 0.72x reducer and a WandererRotator Pro. Is this the right part?
Yes, this is the correct adapter to join those specific components. It provides the necessary mechanical interface between the output threads of the 645 QE 0.72x reducer and the input threads of the WandererRotator Pro.
Can I use this adapter to connect my FSQ-106 and WandererRotator Pro without the reducer?
No, this adapter is not for use at the FSQ-106's native focal length. It is designed to be installed only on the Takahashi 645 QE 0.72x Reducer itself. A different adapter would be required to attach the rotator to the telescope without the reducer in the imaging train.
