24" f3.5 Dream Astrograph


The 24" Dream Astrograph was redesigned in April 2007 to accomodate a 4" coma corrector and heavier imaging train. To see the final telescope design, click here.


The rendering to the left shows the 24" f3.5 Dream Astrograph on a Paramount ME robotic mount.


 

Click below to see the stiffness of just one strut sample for this cutting edge structure.


The Optical Tube Assembly, which includes an electronic focuser and 3" coma corrector, will weigh roughly 110 lbs.


The telescope uses all cellular mirrors: the 7.75" minor axis secondary will weigh 2.7 lbs and 24.75" cellular primary (24.0" clear aperture) will weigh only 35.0 lbs.


The renderings show a rotator between the focuser and the carbon fiber structure. This accessory is currently under feasibility evaluation.


Options include shrouds and actuated covers for all optical surfaces. Neither are shown in the renderings on this page.
 
 

Click below for a rendering of a California installation of a 24" Dream Astrograph.

 


 

 
 


pricing, availability and specifications subject to change without notice