2.2m observatory flooring kit

The perfect solution to your observatory floor
 

Cut from high quality impact resistant interlocking rubber tiles, the flooring is waterproof and shock resistant. Tiles come in 61cm x 61cm interlocking rubber squares, 10mm thick. The tiles, in conjunction with the supplied plastic membrane, provide a flooring surface that is not only waterproof, but also shock resistant, protects falling eyepieces etc!  Also reduces noise and vibration, and provides good insulation from the concrete base.                                                                                                                                                 

kit contains:

1000 gauge/250 micron polythene membrane, pre-cut

Interlocking rubber tiles, pre-cut and numbered

£115.00

2.7m observatory flooring kit

The perfect solution to your observatory floor
 

Cut from high quality impact resistant interlocking rubber tiles, the flooring is waterproof and shock resistant. Tiles come in 61cm x 61cm interlocking rubber squares, 10mm thick. The tiles, in conjunction with the supplied plastic membrane, provide a flooring surface that is not only waterproof, but also shock resistant, protects falling eyepieces etc!  Also reduces noise and vibration, and provides good insulation from the concrete base.                                                                                                                                                 

kit contains:

1000 gauge/250 micron polythene membrane, pre-cut

Interlocking rubber tiles, pre-cut and numbered

£135.00

2.2m Dome rotation drive

Motorise your dome rotation
 

Motorise your Dome rotation – a must for unattended long exposure photography and imaging. Slew the observatory dome in line with your telescope, then leave your telescope and dome to continue tracking the chosen object.

Designed for the Pulsar 2.7 metre dome and new 2.2 metre dome.

NEW! Wireless operation now standard!

Specification:

The dome controller is powered via the supplied 12V DC 7AH lead-acid battery, at a current suitable for the motor employed to operate the dome rotation. Power to the unit is controlled via the main switch and a red LED indicates when power is turned on. Dome slewing at 400 x sidereal speed in either direction is by remote operation, using the keyfob transmitter (range up to 100m). A microprocessor controls the automatic tracking by moving the dome in a stepwise fashion, each step being approximately 1.8°. Tracking speed can be adjusted from 10 x sidereal down to sidereal ÷ 20 using the tracking control knob. It is recommended that the unit is switched off when not in use.

Using the Solar Panel charger accessory, the unit can be trickle charged during the daylight hours.

Dome Rotation Drive System is supplied completely assembled, ready to install, using just 4 bolts, and comes complete with:

Dome controller

Motor

Keyfob transmitter

Receiver unit

12V Rechargeable battery

Solar charger panel

Hardware (fixing kit, etc)

£1,095.00

2.7m Dome rotation drive

Motorise your dome rotation
 

Motorise your Dome rotation – a must for unattended long exposure photography and imaging. Slew the observatory dome in line with your telescope, then leave your telescope and dome to continue tracking the chosen object.

Designed for the Pulsar 2.7 metre dome and new 2.2 metre dome.

NEW! Wireless operation now standard!

Specification:

The dome controller is powered via the supplied 12V DC 7AH lead-acid battery, at a current suitable for the motor employed to operate the dome rotation. Power to the unit is controlled via the main switch and a red LED indicates when power is turned on. Dome slewing at 400 x sidereal speed in either direction is by remote operation, using the keyfob transmitter (range up to 100m). A microprocessor controls the automatic tracking by moving the dome in a stepwise fashion, each step being approximately 1.8°. Tracking speed can be adjusted from 10 x sidereal down to sidereal ÷ 20 using the tracking control knob. It is recommended that the unit is switched off when not in use.

Using the Solar Panel charger accessory, the unit can be trickle charged during the daylight hours.

Dome Rotation Drive System is supplied completely assembled, ready to install, using just 4 bolts, and comes complete with:

Dome controller

Motor

Keyfob transmitter

Receiver unit

12V Rechargeable battery

Solar charger panel

Hardware (fixing kit, etc)

£1,195.00

2.2m Shutter drive

Available May 2010
 

Motorise your Dome shutters

£1,295.00

2.7m Shutter drive

Motorise your shutters
 

Motorise your Dome shutters

£1,695.00

2.2m Accessory bay

Extra storage for your 2.2m dome
 

2.2m full height observatory accessory bay

The accessory bay comes with fixing kit and full installation instructions. Adding 1 or more bays will provide you with additional storage for your computer, books, etc.

Free bay installation when ordered with observatory.

Shelves not included.

Approx. dimensions: 1050mm high x 680mm wide x 500mm deep.
 

£295.00

2.2 m Classic Accessory Kit

The Pulsar Observatory Accessory kit is designed to aid the opening and closing of the dome shutter, and to minimise the risk of the shutter slipping and causing damage. Easy to fit, the kit comes complete with pulleys, nuts, bolts and washers, together with 3 meters of Nylon rope.

It can be fitted whilst your dome is being installed or retro-fitted afterwards.

The pulley fits to the flange at the top of your dome aperture, through the existing bolt hole, and the Nylon cord fits in a loop through the 4.5 mm hole (which is already pre-drilled) in the shutter handle A spring loaded hook and horseshoe shaped D shackle are positioned at the rear of the dome to keep the cord out of the way when the shutter is open. The kit costs just £30 plus postage, unless purchased with your observatory. Supplied with detailed fitting instructions.

£30.00

Wooden Observatory Eyepiece & Equipment Shelf

Convenience and safety for all your eyepieces and equipment.
 

Keep your eyepieces safe and conveniently to handand have a useful workspace.

The wooden observatory eyepiece and work shelf is designed for use with Pulsar observatories and is simple to install. It has holes at either end for 1.25" and 2" eyepieces.

The shelf simmply hooks over the bulkhead wall and can be moved around the observatory to suite the observer. The shelf can also be permanently attached for even greater eyepiece safety by screw fixing (screws supplied).

The curved shelf is 1000mm long 125mm wide and is made from durable 25mm marine ply and is finished with a hard wearing laminated surface.

£38.49

All metal slimline Observatory Eyepiece Shelf

Convenience and safety for all your eyepieces.
 

Keep your eyepieces safe and conveniently to hand.

The all metal observatory eyepiece shelf is designed for use with Pulsar observatories and is simple to install. It has holes for 1.25" and 2" eyepieces.

The slim lozenge shape design make it ideal for limited-space deployment.

The rack is 600mm long and 85mm at its widest.

The shelf simply hooks over the bulkhead wall and can be moved around the observatory to suite the observer. The shelf can also be permanently attached for even greater eyepiece safety by screw fixing (screws supplied).

£22.99

Observatory Alarm

Additional security for your dome and equipment!
 

Additional security for your observatory is a good investment!

The simple to install alarm, detailed below, will alert you to any intruders. Alarm signs on the outside of the observatory will also deter the would be burglar. This is a self-contained domestic alarm system with built-in PIR detector and telephone dialler.

Comes complete with:

• Power supply,
   
• Remote keyfob,
   
• All cables and instructions.
   
• Built-in telephone dialler which will automatically dial any one of 3 user-settable numbers.
   
• Built-in PIR detector.
   
• Wireless keyfob with panic button.
   
• Built-in 90db siren.
   
• Battery back-up.
   
• External normally open contact for a detector etc.

£87.49

Charger, Solar 12V

Easy charging solution for 12V batteries
 

Solar Powered 12V Battery Trickle Charger

Ideal for recharging Pulsar dome drive batteries.

Keep your battery topped up with solar power.

Panel size approx 12"x 3.75" 300mm x 90mm

12 VOLTS 1.5WATTS

Blue flashing LED charge indicator Durable ABS outer casing Built-in diode prevents reverse charging Comes with Interchangeable connectors:-

Cigarette lighter plug

£24.99

AC317 12V IC-Regulated AC Mains Power Supply Unit 1200mA

Reliable and safe mains power supply for your scope!
 

Suitable for all 12V Meade, Celestron and Sky Watcher telescopes including Meade LX90, LX200R, Classic/GPS LXD55 and all 12V ETX models. Sky Watcher H/EQ5 and H/EQ6 and all other 12V models.

The AC317 is IC-regulated and has 12V DC output. Automatic thermal cut-off and short circuit protection. Automatic overload protection. With red LED indicator.

Includes AC341 1 metre extension lead with 90 degree anti-power out connection plug. (Minimises power-outs caused by "GOTO move suicide" were cables snag and accidentally pull out power cable during a GOTO move thus terminating telescope function.

Total lead length over 3m. Fitted with 13amp UK mains plug.

Please note: We recommend the use of an residual current safety cut-out system when operating the AC317 on an extension cable out doors.

£29.00

Heavy Duty AC Mains to 13.8V Power Supply

An observatory quality 6amp (max) regulated power supply with cigar lighter output for telescopes and high load accessories like anti-dewing equipment.

 The perfect power supply for observatory based anti-dewing systems. Regulated 13.8V 6amp (max) output via "banana" plug and spade terminals as well as cigar lighter socket. In steel desktop case with green LED indicator and power switch. Only available in 220/240V for UK usage currently.

£34.99

AC218 MegaWedge (steel) for Meade SCTs

The trusted "observatory standard" wedge for the LX200 GPS and Classic
 

The AC218 MegaWedge is one of the world's finest wedges for the Meade LX200 (RCX,R,GPS & Classic) and LX90 series of SCTs and is ideally suited for all models when used with observatory piers.

Constructed of high precision CNC machined 20mm thick steel plate the wedge is both extraordinarily rigid and heavy weighing in at over 32kg (5 stone). In its 10th year of manufacture, the AC218 MegaWedge was designed specifically to provide a research standard mounting for observatory based Meade and Celestron SCTs.

Astro Engineering comment: 'Our aim with the MegaWedge series was to address the particular mechanical deficiencies exposed in the Meade Ultrawedge and Superwedge products by today's 'power' users. By this we mean the user who is setting and demanding the very highest standards for equipment performance. The Meade products rely on high pressure castings and as such achieve a creditable performance at an very economic production cost. Our MegaWedge products employ relatively expensive (compared with casting) flat plate and CNC manufacturing technology but the final result achieves a standard of performance that aluminium cast products cannot hope to match'.

Ideal for use with all Meade LX200R GPS and Classic telescopes. The wedge can be field tripod mounted (but is very heavy). as well as mounted on our Pro, Standard, and DIY observatory piers.

Equipped with smooth and precise slow-motion adjuster on both latitude and azimuth registers the MegaWedge is a delight to use and will provide the perfect foundation for advanced astro-imaging projects. The altitude tilt plate features a high precision ball and socket adjuster to make polar alignment adjustment easy - unlike competitor products the polar alignment remains perfect even when all fasteners are full tightened! The AC218 steel MegaWedge,the Pro is fast and easy to set-up in the field when using a tripod. Finished in black resin powder coat paint and supplied with all fastenings and instructions. The MegaWedge is suitable for latitudes between 63 and 35 degrees. (All of the UK to roughly southern Finland and south as far as Gibraltar).

£361.49

AC400 (aluminium) MegaWedge-Pro for LX200R, GPS etc

The ultimate "observatory standard" wedge for the LX200 GPS and Classic
 

The AC400 MegaWedge Pro is the world's finest wedge for the LX200 series telescopes and is ideally suited for the high-performance demands of the larger 12" and 14" models.

Astro Engineering's low-profile wedge design is tailored for use in Western Europe for latitudes bracketed between Finland and Gibraltar. Other designs (Meade, Mitty etc) are severely compromised by trying to accommodate the entire world on one design. This cost saving practise makes the wedge higher than necessary and reduces the engineering authority.

Constructed of high precision CNC machined 20mm thick aluminium plate the wedge is both extraordinarily rigid and lightweight. 10mm steel dowels have been used to strengthen all joints. The AC400 MegaWedge-Pro was designed specifically to provide not just the last word in rigidity but the ultimate in smooth and precise polar alignment adjustment - so vital for the largest Meade and Celestron SCTs when used for high performance imaging.

Astro Engineering comment: 'Our aim with the MegaWedge series was to address the particular mechanical deficiencies exposed in the Meade Ultrawedge and Superwedge products by today's 'power' users. By this we mean the user who is setting and demanding the very highest standards for equipment performance. The Meade products rely on high pressure castings and as such achieve a creditable performance at an very economic production cost. Our MegaWedge products employ relatively expensive (compared with casting) flat plate and CNC manufacturing technology but the final result achieves a standard of performance the cast products cannot hope to match'.

Ideal for use with all (especially the larger)Meade LX200R GPS and Classic telescopes. The wedge can be field tripod mounted. as well as mounted on our Pro, Standard, and DIY observatory piers.

Equipped with ultra smooth and precise slow-motion adjuster on both latitude and azimuth registers the MegaWedge-Pro is a delight to use and will provide the perfect foundation for advanced astro-imaging projects. The altitude tilt plate features a high precision ball and socket adjuster to make polar alignment adjustment easy - unlike competitor products the polar alignment remains perfect even when all fasteners are full tightened! Like the standard AC218 steel MegaWedge,the Pro is fast and easy to set-up in the field when using a tripod. Finished in black anodic dye and supplied with all fastenings and instructions. The MegaWedge-Pro is suitable for latitudes between 63 and 35 degrees. (All of the UK to roughly southern Finland and south as far as Gibraltar).

If you wish to use the AC400 Megawedge Pro with an observatory pier we recommend the AC421 Pier-Pro as it has a specially designed marry plate to exploit the high precision construction of the AC400. The AC421 marry plate is available seperatly for DIY construction purposes.

£474.99

Meade Wedge and Adaptor Plate for 8 inch LX90

Essential for long exposure astrophotgraphy!
 

Meade Wedge and Adaptor Plate for 8 inch LX90

Equatorial wedge and adaptor plate to mount the LX90 equatorially. Essential for long exposure astrophotgraphy. Only suitable for 8 inch models, please see the Meade Ultrawedge for 10 and 12 inch LX90 models.

£123.49

AC602 Polarmate - Precise Polar Finder

Precise Polar finder for all equatorial wedges
 

At last a quick and precise system to polar-align Celestron SCT equatorial wedges´. A high-precision CNC-machined attachment block milled from solid aluminium, the Polarmate fits precisely to the top of the wedge´s tilt plate and carries a miniature polar scope that can be set to the local overhead right ascension (RA) angle.

The small polar scope, which is equipped with a comfortable rubber eye-cup, has a fine reticule that shows the location of Polaris relative to the north celestial pole. The Polarmate delivers precise and repeatable polar alignment literally in seconds.

Far more precise and immediate than the electronic methods provided on the telescope handset, the Polarmate does away with the need for repeated running of firmware-based polar alignment routines. Use the included quick reference chart to quickly estimate the overhead RA hour (or use your favourite planetarium program to give this number) and simply set the hour angle on the Polarmate´s RA index.

Then adjust the wedge in altitude and azimuth until Polaris appears in the circle displayed in the alignment scope. Remove the Polarmate and attach your telescope and it´s done - simple, precise, and quick. To illuminate the reticule, a night vision-saving red LED hand-held illuminator is included. The Polarmate is ideal for setting up your equatorial wedge for critical astrophotography work and enables you to achieve very accurate equatorial alignment to observatory standard in seconds.

Fits Celestron heavy-duty wedge (93655) for Nexstar GPS and U2000, and the wedge (93658) for the Nexstar 5i and 8i. The Polarmate also fits all Meade wedges as well as our own MegaWedge and MegaWedge Pro and the GigaWedge for the 16" LX200. The Polarmate requires no tools and fits with the aid of a single thumb knob.

Full instructions included.

£107.99

AC282 Standard Pier for EQ5 (HEQ5 pro etc)

A research grade anti-vibration pier designed for the popular H/EQ5 GEM
 

As result of direct research, Astro Engineering have a close understanding of the causes of vibration in observatory installations. This knowledge has been exploited in the new design of the Standard observatory Pier for H/EQ5 German equatorial mounts. The AC282 EQ5 Standard pier uses AE's tried and tested anti-vibration design technology and features a side aperture or "Owl's nest" that allows all popular Sky Watcher EQ5, HEQ5 etc German equatorial mounts to be attached to the pier. The pier features a high precision CNC machined head that is fully equipped to provide ultra smooth and precise adjustment of the H/EQ5 GEM for precise polar alignment for the most demanding CCD imaging work. The Owl's nest features a support arch to ensure that the pier has the same ultra rigid performance as the advanced AC421 Pier-Pro.

The AC282 EQ5 Standard pier can be bolted directly to a suitable concrete floor or founding block. Manufactured from heavy steel the Standard Pier is finished in black stipple-finish resin powder coating. Specification: 1010mm (39.75") high

A pier fitting kit with all fasteners and full instructions is available seperatly.

£415.99

AC282 Standard Pier for EQ6 (HEQ6 pro etc)

A research grade anti-vibration pier designed for the popular H/EQ5 GEM
 

As result of direct research, Astro Engineering have a close understanding of the causes of vibration in observatory installations. This knowledge has been exploited in the new design of the Standard observatory Pier for H/EQ6 German equatorial mounts. The AC282 EQ6 Standard pier uses AE's tried and tested anti-vibration design technology and features a side aperture or "Owl's nest" that allows all popular Sky Watcher EQ6, HEQ6 etc German equatorial mounts to be attached to the pier. The pier features a high precision CNC machined head that is fully equipped to provide ultra smooth and precise adjustment of the H/EQ6 GEM for precise polar alignment for the most demanding CCD imaging work. The Owl's nest features a support arch to ensure that the pier has the same ultra rigid performance as the advanced AC421 Pier-Pro.

The AC282 EQ6 Standard pier can be bolted directly to a suitable concrete floor or founding block. Manufactured from heavy steel the Standard Pier is finished in black stipple-finish resin powder coating. Specification: 1010mm (39.75") high

A pier fitting kit with all fasteners and full instructions is available seperatly.

£415.99

AC282 Standard Pier for altaz & wedge (LX200, LX90 etc)

A research grade anti-vibration pier designed for the MegaWedge Pro
 

As result of direct research, Astro Engineering have a close understanding of the causes of vibration in observatory installations. This knowledge has been exploited in the new design of the Standard observatory Pier. The Standard pier uses AE's tried and tested anti-vibration design technology and features a side aperture or "Owl's nest" that allows popular Meade and Celestron fork mounted telescopes (like the LX90) to be mounted in basic Alt-azimuth mode as well as equatorial mode (with an additional wedge). The Owl's nest features a support arch to ensure that the pier has the same ultra rigid performance as the advanced AC421 Pier-Pro. An azimuth register (for use with EQ wedges by Meade & AE) is included with the pier.

The Standard pier can be bolted directly to a suitable concrete floor or founding block. Manufactured from heavy steel the Standard Pier is finished in black stipple-finish resin powder coating. Specification: 1010mm (39.75") high

A fitting kit is available seperatly.

£380.99

AC421 The Pro-Pier for equatorial wedges (LX200 etc)

A research grade anti-vibration pier designed for the MegaWedge Pro
 

As result of direct research AE have a close understanding of the causes of vibration in small observatory installations. This knowledge has been exploited in the design of the MegaWedge Pro Observatory Pier. The Pro pier uses our tried and tested anti-vibration design technology but with the benefit of a specially designed and CNC manufactured top plate for the high specification needs of the MegaWedge Pro. The pier can be bolted directly to a suitable concrete floor. Manufactured from heavy steel for the base and aluminium for the CNC head the Pro-Pier is finished in black stipple-finish resin powder coating. Specification: 1010mm (39.75") high (without wedge).

The AC421 Pier-Pro is available in steel or aluminium (see drop-down box below for prices).

£449.49

AC162 DIY Pier kit for equatorial wedges (LX200 etc)

Build your own concrete pier designed for the AE & Meade wedges
 

The DIY Pier Kit provides just what the name says: a pier you build yourself. But don't worry this isn't a major engineering project were you start with a set of plans and build everything from scratch. AE have done the technical stuff for you, and provided a kit of parts that contains all the engineering hardware you need to make the actual connection between the top of the concrete pier and the bottom of an equatorial wedge. The actual pier body is made in concrete by the shuttering method using standard 300mm (12") industrial air-conditioning ducting. A list of suppliers who will provide an off-cut delivery service is provided in the comprehensive instructions.

£145.99

AC421 Pro-Pier for Losmandy GM11 & GM8

A research grade anti-vibration pier designed for Losmandy GEM mounts
 

As result of direct research AE have a close understanding of the causes of vibration in small observatory installations. This knowledge has been exploited in the design of the MegaWedge Pro Observatory Pier. The Pro pier uses our tried and tested anti-vibration design technology but with the benefit of a specially designed and CNC manufactured marry plate for the needs of the Losmandy GM11 (and GM8). The pier can be bolted directly to a suitable concrete founding block. Manufactured from heavy steel for the base and aluminium for the CNC head the Pro-Pier is finished in black stipple-finish resin powder coating. Specification: 1100mm (43.3") high (without wedge).

£489.49

Pier fitting kit for all AE piers

Hardware kit for AE pier installation
 

The pier fitting kit contains the essential items needed to install all Astro Engineering anti-vibration piers onto a concrete foundation.

The only additional item required is a dispenser gun for the resin. This can be obtained from most building trade suppliers or online suppliers such as ScrewFix).

Contents

4x 200mm steel studs with plain nuts and washers (with stud driver)

4x Decorative stainless steel dome nuts

1x 300ml resin anchor system

£35.49

Meade Ultrawedge for Meade LX and RCX Telescopes

Essential for any sort of Astrophotograpy!
 

Meade Ultrawedge For Meade LX and RCX Telescopes

Equatorial wedge for the 7"-14" LX200, 10" & 12" LX90, and 10"-14" RCX400 model telescopes.

This 29 pound die-cast Ultrawedge comes with all necessary mounting hardware to mount it on either the Pulsar steel pier or the LX200 variable height tripod or the RCX400 tripod . It can be used over a latitude range of 25 to 65. It comes with large 3 diameter no-tool altitude and azimuth adjustment knobs to make polar alignment easy.

A supplied compass fits into the Ultrawedge to make the initial north alignment easier. The die cast vertical side pieces that hold the tilt plate are reinforced by two steel bars bolted from side to side at the rear of the wedge. These bars also improve the Ultrawedges vibration damping times.

£422.00

AzRok Field Pier for mounting all altaz SCTs

A research grade anti-vibration pier designed for the MegaWedge Pro
 

New from Astro Engineering AzRok portable pier for all Meade and Celestron SCTs.

This superb and unique British made fully portable system is 100% steel and breaks down in minutes to just 7 key parts all of which can be put in the boot of a car for easy transport.

Offering a third choice between field tripod and full observatory pier, the AzRok will out-perform all but the best anti-vibration observatory piers. Easily outperforming the heaviest field tripods for rigidity and freedom from head-buckle and flexing.

Out performs plain steel piers - plain pieces of pipe cemented into the ground. Why bother with plain piers when the AzRok can offer higher standards of rigidity with tripod like portable convenience?

Robust and unashamedly heavy, (if Isambard Kingdom Brunel was going to make a portable telescope pier, this is how it would look!) the AzRok has been designed to do the best job possible to support a heavy telescope (not just avoid expensive import shipping costs by the use of thin steel and aluminium!).

The AzRok can, like permanent piers, be left outside set-up and ready to be used at a moments notice. Just cover the top with a weather resistent bag and oil the tensioners now and then to keep the AzRok ready for action.

The top "Owl's nest" portion is removable allowing a switch between the altazimuth method of telescope mounting and equatorial using Meade, Celestron and Astro Engineering wedges.

What's so great about the AzRok?

First off - it works brilliantly - and will hold a 14" LX200R much more rigidly than the standard Meade field tripod supplied with the telescope. In fact, it will hold the telescope more rigidly than the common type of DIY pier (2 metre length of seven inch diameter steel gaspipe cast with half of the pipe stuck in a metre square block of concrete!). Only a professionally made anti-vibration observatory pier that fastens to a flat concrete base with masonary anchors will beat the AzRok for rigidity and vibration free performance.

The AzRok was designed by Robert Dalby, one of the worlds most experienced telescope pier designers. The AzRok does not use any form of active or compression fasteners (nuts and bolts and the like) normally found on tripods. Instead it relies on a totally different principle and uses three balanced isometric tensioners to deliver an amazing standard of structural rigidity not found on currenly available tripods.

Although the AzRok is a truly portable mounting system, and can easily be assembled by one person, it is a very heavy product and it is not suitable for carrying any distance without a vehicle.

The only down-side that we can see with the AzRok is that, just like a tripod the it has legs and tensioner rods that can get in the way much as tripod legs do. However, the legs are much smaller and lower than would normally be found on a large field tripod for SCTs.

£194.99

AC389 The "Owl's Nest" Altazimuth Mounting Barrel for all Piers

A simple, rigid, and versatile solution for mounting altazimuth mode SCTs
 

So named because of its appearance, the Owl's Nest adaptor allows LX90GPS LX200, LX200 GPS and other Meade SCT scopes to be altazimuth mounted on our standard, custom and DIY observatory piers and any other pier or DIY support.

As it is not possible to screw the mounting bolt on top of a pier into the base of LX200/GPS telescopes, this simple and robust adaptor barrel will enable you to mount the instrument on top of the Owl's Nest and still screw a fixing bolt into the base of the telescope. Finished in black resin powder coat and supplied with all fixings.

£69.99

AC394 Pier work and storage shelf for all AE Piers

A useful storage shelf to fit the accessory ring of all Astro Engineering piers.
 

The AC394 utility shelf is robustly secured by four bolts to a welded accessory ring positioned near the top of all geuine Astro Engineering observatory piers. The tray is 48cm (nearly 19") in overall diameter and has 15cm (6") of useable width - that gives you over a metre (about 40") of convenient storage space around the pier!

The utility shelf is made of steel and has the same black powder coat finish as the piers and has an edge security rim to make sure your valuable equipment stays off the floor!

£47.99