{"product_id":"primalucelab-pl3600363","title":"PrimaLuceLab Adapter from M98 to M68 with stop ring for ESATTO 3,5” LP","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnects ESATTO 3.5\" LP focuser to M68 threaded accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts M98 male draw tube thread to an M68 female thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures an integrated stop ring for precise rotational adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsures a secure, rigid connection for cameras and filter wheels\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\u003eAdapter from M98 to M68 with stop ring for ESATTO 3,5” LP\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis PrimaLuceLab adapter converts the M98 male draw tube thread of the ESATTO 3.5\" LP focuser to a standard M68 female thread, featuring an integrated stop ring to lock your camera's rotation for precise framing of celestial objects.\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\u003eESATTO 3.5\" LP: Native M98 to M68 Thread Conversion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThis adapter bridges the M98 draw tube of your ESATTO 3.5\" LP robotic focuser to the widely used M68x1 thread standard. The result is a secure, direct-threaded attachment point for high-end cameras, large filter wheels, and other accessories, ensuring a rigid and flexure-free imaging train.\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\u003eCamera Framing Control: The Integrated M68 Stop Ring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe key feature of this adapter is the integrated M68 stop ring. After threading your camera on, you can loosen the ring, rotate your entire imaging train to the ideal angle for your target, and then lock it firmly in place. This provides critical compositional control without needing to rotate the entire focuser or telescope.\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 PrimaLuceLab Adapter from M98 to M68 for the ESATTO 3.5\" LP?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis adapter's main purpose is to \u003cstrong\u003econvert the M98 male thread\u003c\/strong\u003e on the draw tube of an ESATTO 3.5\" LP focuser to a \u003cstrong\u003eversatile M68 female thread\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows you to securely attach a wide range of astrophotography accessories, such as cameras and filter wheels, that use the M68 standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the stop ring on the M98 to M68 adapter help with astrophotography?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe integrated \u003cstrong\u003eM68 stop ring\u003c\/strong\u003e allows you to precisely set the rotational angle of your camera. You can thread your camera on, loosen the ring to orient your camera sensor perfectly with your target, and then tighten the ring to lock it in that position. This is essential for achieving optimal framing for your images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhich focuser is this M98 to M68 adapter designed for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis adapter is specifically designed for the \u003cstrong\u003ePrimaLuceLab ESATTO 3.5\" LP\u003c\/strong\u003e low-profile robotic focuser. It threads directly onto the M98 draw tube of this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI have a full-frame camera with an M68 thread. Can I use this adapter to connect it to my ESATTO 3.5\" LP focuser for imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, absolutely. This adapter is the correct component to connect your M68-threaded camera to the ESATTO 3.5\" LP. The stop ring will be particularly useful for framing a large target like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) to fit perfectly on your full-frame sensor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIf I attach a heavy filter wheel and camera to the ESATTO 3.5\" LP using this adapter, will the stop ring hold the rotation securely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, the stop ring is designed to provide a secure lock, maintaining the rotational position even with a heavy imaging train. Once tightened, it prevents unwanted rotation, ensuring your framing remains consistent throughout an imaging session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes this adapter change the thread type from the ESATTO 3.5\" LP focuser?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, that is its function. It adapts the focuser's native \u003cstrong\u003eM98 male thread\u003c\/strong\u003e and presents a standard \u003cstrong\u003eM68 female thread\u003c\/strong\u003e on the camera side, expanding the range of compatible accessories.\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      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Focuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimaLuceLab ESATTO 3.5\" LP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser-Side Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM98 Male Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessory-Side Connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM68 Female Thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated Rotational Stop Ring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\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\"\u003eAdapter from M98 to M68 with stop ring\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\/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":52913379606813,"sku":"PLL-PL3600363","price":175.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/PrimaLuceLab-Adapter-from-M98-to-M68-with-stop-ring-for-ESATTO-3-5-LP-1_517915b3-89ca-4575-ab52-03f56e66c764.jpg?v=1789090104","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/primalucelab-pl3600363","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}