{"product_id":"primalucelab-pl3600466","title":"PrimaLuceLab 3\" Nosepiece for ARCO 3\" Rotator","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects ARCO 3\" rotator to any standard 3\" focuser visual back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnables a rigid, secure connection for your imaging train\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for integration with the SESTO SENSO 2 focusing motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletes the PrimaLuceLab ecosystem for robotic imaging\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\u003e3\" Nosepiece for ARCO 3\" Rotator\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe PrimaLuceLab 3\" Nosepiece for the ARCO 3\" provides the essential mechanical interface to connect your robotic rotator to any focuser equipped with a standard 3-inch visual back. This component ensures a secure, non-flexing link in your optical train, which is critical for maintaining precise alignment during automated imaging sessions controlled by the SESTO SENSO 2.\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\u003eSecure Mechanical Link for 3-Inch Focusers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis nosepiece is engineered to bridge the gap between PrimaLuceLab's ARCO 3\" rotator and the large-format focusers found on high-end refractors and astrographs. By inserting directly into a 3\" visual back, it creates a solid, stable platform for your entire imaging assembly, preventing tilt and sag that can ruin long exposures.\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\u003eUnified Control Within the PrimaLuceLab Ecosystem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eBeyond the physical connection, this nosepiece is a key part of PrimaLuceLab's integrated ecosystem. It's designed to work in concert with a SESTO SENSO 2 motor installed on the same focuser, allowing the PLAY software or an EAGLE computer to manage both focusing and field rotation from a single control point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\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 primary function of the 3\" nosepiece for the ARCO 3\"?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIts primary function is to physically connect the \u003cstrong\u003ePrimaLuceLab ARCO 3\" rotator\u003c\/strong\u003e to a telescope focuser that has a \u003cstrong\u003e3-inch visual back\u003c\/strong\u003e. It acts as a secure adapter, allowing you to integrate the rotator into a large-format imaging train.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does this ARCO 3\" nosepiece integrate with the SESTO SENSO 2?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis nosepiece allows the ARCO 3\" rotator to be mounted on a focuser that is being controlled by a \u003cstrong\u003eSESTO SENSO 2\u003c\/strong\u003e. This creates a complete, electronically controlled system where both focus and rotation can be managed together through PrimaLuceLab's PLAY software, enabling advanced features like field de-rotation and automated focusing routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this 3\" nosepiece fit my William Optics or Stellarvue focuser with a 3\" opening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, this nosepiece is designed to be compatible with any standard 3-inch focuser visual back or accessory port. It provides the correct insertion barrel to securely mount your ARCO 3\" rotator onto focusers from most major brands that use this common large format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this the correct adapter to use the ARCO 3\" on my Celestron EdgeHD with a 3\" Feather Touch focuser?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. If you have upgraded your Celestron EdgeHD telescope with an aftermarket 3-inch focuser, such as one from Feather Touch or MoonLite, this 3\" nosepiece is the correct component to attach the ARCO 3\" rotator to that focuser.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the 3\" nosepiece for ARCO 3\" add significant length to the optical path?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWhile all adapters consume some back focus, this nosepiece is designed to be as compact as possible. However, you must always account for its physical length when calculating the total back focus of your imaging train to ensure you can reach focus with your camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need any other hardware to install the ARCO 3\" rotator using this nosepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis nosepiece provides the connection from the rotator to the focuser. You will still need the ARCO 3\" rotator itself, a focuser with a 3-inch visual back, and typically a SESTO SENSO 2 for integrated electronic control. Ensure your focuser's compression ring or thumbscrews are in good working order to securely hold the nosepiece.\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      \n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/primalucelab-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePrimaLuceLab 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"PrimaLuceLab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913395499293,"sku":"PLL-PL3600466","price":91.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-3-nosepiece-for-ARCO-3-1_a1849536-8648-458c-bf02-e5a489ed0dc9.jpg?v=1789090319","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/primalucelab-pl3600466","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}