Marty Roesch wrote:
> > I've got a question. I'm planning on getting a CCD system for my 12"
> scope and I'm trying to plan out which accessories I should be getting.
> One of the critical things I need to know is how much back focus my scope
> is capable of.
> I'm currently planning to get an SBIG ST-7 CCD camera in addition to
> a JMI NGF-S focuser and Optec Maxfield focal reducer. I know I'm going to
> run out of back focus at some point, but what's that magic number?

Marty--
Believe you would find a lot of valuable information for your plans at Doc G's
website. He has many of the critical dimensions of the scope and various accessories.
<http://www.mailbag.com/users/ragreiner/index.html>

And there's a bunch more info in the Topical Archives available thru the
AstroDesigns link below.

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