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AstroSystems is the largest supplier of secondary holders and spiders to the astronomical community. There are no tools needed to adjust holders of 2.6" or larger in minor axis size; they come standard with thumbscrews. Holders from 2.1" and smaller are supplied with a hex key that gives positive seating in the hex screw even in the dark. All sizes feature our innovative four screw/two-axis adjustment that greatly simplifies collimation. With a four screw adjustment, each screw is centered between the spider vanes, making collimation adjustments a snap. Two nuts with nylon washers position the holder laterally and also allow easy adjustment of the rotation. The secondary mirror is held securely yet safely against the front lip of the aluminum bezel with polyester batting. Available in 19 sizes, ranging from 1.3" to 7.0". Use the link below for dimensions, exact weight and sizing.
These have a 1/4" mounting stud and a 1/4" to 3/8" bushing to fit both 1/4" and 3/8" spiders. The smaller diameter mounting stud reduces the weight by 50%. They utilize set screws for adjustment and the proper size hex key is supplied. Shown at left in the above photo.
These have a 3/8" mounting stud and have our new long thumbscrews to clear the spider for easy, no tools collimation. Shown at center in the above photo.
The larger holders over 4" have a proportionately thicker shell for proper support of thicker, heavier secondaries and a 3/8" mounting stud. They utilize 1" long thumbscrews for easy, no tools collimation. Shown at right in the above photo. Holders from 4.0" to 7.0" have a 3/8" stud. The larger holders over 4" have a proportionately thicker shell for proper support of thicker, heavier mirrors .
Please state actual minor axis, Major axis and thickness of the secondary mirror when ordering 2.6" and larger holders.
| Size | ShipWeight | Price | Size | ShipWeight | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.3 | 2 | $29.00 | 3.5 | 3 | $46.00 | |
| 1.36 | 2 | $30.00 | 4.0 | 4 | $50.00 | |
| 1.52 | 2 | $31.00 | 4.25 | 5 | $56.00 | |
| 1.83 | 2 | $32.00 | 4.5 | 6 | $60.00 | |
| 2.0 | 2 | $33.00 | 5.0 | 7 | $68.00 | |
| 2.14 | 2 | $35.00 | 5.5 | 7 | $73.00 | |
| 2.5 | 2 | $39.00 | 6.0 | 7 | $78.00 | |
| 2.6 | 2 | $39.00 | 6.25 | 8 | $83.00 | |
| 3.0 | 3 | $42.00 | 6.5 | 8 | $88.00 | |
| 3.1 | 3 | $43.00 | 7.0 | 9 | $94.00 |
Built in offset, add $16.00