What is the purpose of the Starlight Instruments 2.0" Adapter for MK67/MK69?
This adapter is designed to connect a 2.0" Starlight Instruments Feather Touch focuser to the rear cell of an Intes-Micro Alter MK67 or MK69 telescope. It allows you to replace the telescope's original focuser with a high-precision, dual-speed model for superior visual and imaging performance.
Will this Starlight Instruments adapter fit any other telescope models?
No. This adapter is specifically threaded and dimensioned for the Intes-Micro Alter MK67 and MK69 Maksutov-Cassegrains. Attempting to use it on other telescopes, even from the same manufacturer, will likely result in a poor fit or thread damage. Always use the specific adapter recommended by Starlight Instruments for your telescope.
How do I install the MK67/MK69 adapter?
Installation involves unthreading the stock focuser or visual back from your telescope's rear cell. The Starlight Instruments MK67/MK69 adapter is then threaded securely onto the exposed threads of the telescope. Once the adapter is in place, the 2.0" Feather Touch focuser can be attached to it.
Is this adapter strong enough for astrophotography with my MK69 telescope?
Yes. Like all Starlight Instruments components, this adapter is machined from solid aluminum to create a rigid, flex-free connection. When properly installed, it provides a solid base for a Feather Touch focuser, capable of supporting a full imaging train with a camera, filter wheel, and off-axis guider for long exposures of targets like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).
I want to image the Orion Nebula (M42) with my MK67 and a 2" Feather Touch focuser. Is this the right part?
Yes, this is the exact component you need. To mount a 2.0" Feather Touch focuser onto your MK67 for imaging deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula (M42), this adapter is the mandatory first step to ensure a secure and properly aligned connection.
What is the Starlight Instruments MK67/MK69 adapter made from?
This adapter is precision-machined from high-grade aluminum and features a black anodized finish. This construction ensures excellent strength and durability while providing a non-reflective internal surface to maximize image contrast.