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We are delighted to offer for sale this Starguider 1.25" 1mw Laser Collimator with 7 power output leves for Refractor and Newtonian telescopes.
A reflector with incorrectly aligned mirrors will give unsatisfactory viewing. This laser collimator is designed to help you get the mirrors pointing the right way to optimise the viewing experience.
Similarly, not all refractor objective lenses are sitting accurately in their lens cells and this collimator can be used to assist in realignment of these lenses. We can guide you towards useful information about how to do this on request. It has 1mw of power and has 7 levels of brightness so you can use it in daylight or in the field. Instructions for use in English and German included. The collimator uses a readily available 2032 battery (supplied) and it is possible to calibrate it if the beam is off centre (see below). Packaged in a Next Generation box it even has an appeal for Star Trek fans! What other sellers may not choose to tell you about laser collimators If the laser beam does not leave the collimator exactly parallel to the body of the collimator then it is a waste of time using it as the alignment will not be accurate. In fact, it will almost certainly make matters worse. Many collimators suffer from this (including ours). This collimator can be adjusted to overcome that problem. On request, purchasers will be sent instructions on how to do this (about a 15-30 minute job and needing a small allen key and a Stanley type knife). It does not matter that the projected spot may be elliptical as this can still be aligned accurately. It is recommended that any collimation is followed up with a "star test" to fine tune the process. We are here to help you if you need any assistance carrying out the procedure. Please also note: Some reflectors use an extra lens in the inside end of the focuser and this will lead to a fuzzy reflection. These scopes can be collimated succesfully as follows:
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