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Epsilon Telescopes - MANUFACTURED IN THE UK


SKYWATCHER TORCH SPECIAL LOW PRICE £14.79 INCLUDING P&P


DSI PRO/PRO II ADAPTOR PLATE


BUBBLE DEWCAP


BINOCULAR MOUNT TRIPOD

OTHER NEW PRODUCTS:

SKYWATCHER TORCH

This Skywatcher torch can switch between red and white LED’s with variable brightness control. It also features a neck strap and runs using a 9v battery (included).

Price: £12.99 + £1.80 P&P

CGE (CELESTRON) PIER ADAPTOR

This adaptor fits the base of the Celestron CGE mount column allowing the mount to be fitted to piers.

It features three curved slots to give generous movement for azimuth alignment, a bubble level, and is supplied with three stainless steel fixing screws.

Specifications:
Screw size
Overall thickness
Flange thickness
Weight
3/8"-16UNC X 1.5" 33mm 8mm 1.3kg
Price: £64.99 + £9.99 P&P

CGE (CELESTRON) THUMBSCREWS

A set of six thumbscrews to attach the Celestron CGE mount column to the head and tripod/pier. CNC machined aluminium (NOT PLASTIC) large 31mm knob, black anodised with a stainless steel screw.

Price: £52.99 + £4.50 P&P (Set of Six)

DSI PRO/PRO II ADAPTOR PLATE

This adaptor plate replaces the filter holder on Meade’s DSI PRO & PRO II CCD cameras. It is supplied with four fixing screws and the back face is lined with a foam backing to provide a light tight seal. The front end is threaded to accept the 1.25" nose piece or any T-mount accessory.

Price: £34.99 + £3.00 P&P

ETX VISUAL BACK

This adaptor screws into the rear cell on Meade ETX Maksutov Cassegrain telescopes and accepts 1.25" eyepieces and accessories. CNC machined from aluminium and black anodised with a delrin capped stainless steel thumbscrew.

Price: £17.99 + £3.00 P&P

ETX COUNTERWEIGHT SYSTEM

A counterweight system for the Meade ETX Maksutov Cassegrain telescopes, fits on the underside of the telescope to counterbalance rear end accessories. CNC machined black anodised aluminium body with stainless steel counterweights.

Specifications:
Overall length
260mm
Large C/W
100g
Small C/W
60g
Overall weight
330g
Price: £47.99 + £4.50 P&P (specify model of ETX when ordering)

FLIP FINDER BRACKET
Flip Finder

Epsilon’s Flip Finder Bracket has been designed to overcome the limitations of Meade’s ETX telescopes finders. When fitted, the bracket positions the finder away from the telescope and forks allowing the finder and observer to reach all areas of the sky. After use the Flip folds down to allow storage in existing cases. The finder will remain aligned when opened out again and will work using right angled finders, with a small amount of adjustment. Alternatively, the bracket can be left open as a regular finder bracket for permanently mounted telescopes.

Models Models Available Models:
Flip90 for the Meade ETX90/90RA
Flip105 for the Meade ETX105
Flip125 for the Meade ETX125
(The Flip does not include thumbscrews as the existing ETX screws are fitted to the bracket, but Epsilon sells a deluxe model that includes machined Stainless Steel screws with a Delrin plastic knurled cap and nylon tips).
Specifications:
Inside Ring Diameter Weight
Flip90 32mm 82g*
Flip105 34mm 115g*
Flip125 34mm 125g*
*For deluxe models add 6g to standard weight
Prices:
Standard Model Deluxe Model
Flip90 £35.00 + £3.00 p&p Flip90ss £45.00 + £3.00 p&p
Flip105 £42.00 + £3.00 p&p Flip105ss £52.00 + £3.00 p&p
Flip125 £46.00 + £3.00 p&p Flip125ss £56.00 + £3.00 p&p

FINDER ADAPTOR
Finder Adaptor Finder Adaptor
The Flip Finder Bracket was developed around the ETX90 with it’s straight through finder, now Epsilon has produced an adaptor to convert Meade ETX right angled finders to straight through finders. The adaptor simply screws onto the end of the finder tube, in place of the prism. The adaptor accepts standard 23.20mm microscope eyepieces. It is also available with an eyepiece included, which has a wide field with crosshairs and has adjustable focus.

Specifications:
Adaptor (Model A1)
Overall Length – 34mm
Weight - 16g
Adaptor w/eyepiece (Model A2)
Overall Length – 45mm Magnification -
Weight – 42g Field of view - 7.5°
Prices:

Model A1 - £8.50 + £3.00 p&p

Model A2 - £31.00 + £3.00 p&p

DSI ADAPTOR WITH MOUNTING BLOCK

This CNC machined adaptor allows the use of camera lenses with M42 (Pentax) thread to be fitted to Meade’s DSI camera. The adaptor includes a mounting block with a 1/42-20 tripod threaded hole for mounting.

Price: £34.99 + £3.00 p&p

HANDSET HOLDER FOR MEADE AUTOSTAR

CNC machined from black Acetal plastic, this holder is perfectly profiled to accept the Meade Autostar controllers. It features two 3.5mm countersunk holes for attaching to a suitable surface.

Price: £18.99 + £3.00 P&P

HANDSET HOLDER WITH BRACKET FOR MEADE 883#TRIPOD

This bracket attaches the Handset Holder to a Meade 883# tripod ( for Meade ETX telescopes ), using any two of the tripods top leg screws.

Price: £27.49 + £3.00 P&P

HANDSET HOLDER WITH BRACKET FOR MEADE 884#TRIPOD

This bracket attaches the Handset Holder to a Meade 884# tripod ( for Meade ETX telescopes ).

The bracket is CNC machined from solid Acetal.

Price: £29.49 + £3.00 P&P

PARALLELOGRAM BINOCULAR MOUNT
Parallelogram Binocular Mount
Epsilon’s binocular mount is a parallelogram design, which means when lifted up and down to accommodate people of different heights it will remain aimed at the same object, making the mount ideal for group use at clubs and societies. The mount is machined from solid aluminium to provide a rigid support, and rides on nylon pads to give a very smooth motion. All of the parts, with the exception of the counterweight, are made from non-rustable materials with stainless steel screws throughout. The mount can carry small telescopes, as well as binoculars, and comes supplied with a small ‘C’ bracket with both 1.25” plain and threaded holes. Mounts are supplied without tripods or piers but adaptor plates can be made to suit individual requirements. Epsilon is currently developing a pier for this mount.

Parallelogram Binocular Mount Parallelogram Binocular Mount
Specifications:
Overall length 94cm
Approx. Weight (including 4.1kg C/W) 7.7kg
Max. Load (with supplied C/W) 2.1kg
Max. Load (with additional C/W’s) 3.0kg
Overall Parallel Motion (up and down) 45cm
Price: £250.00 + £15.00 p&p

PARALLELOGRAM BINOCULAR MOUNT WOODEN TRIPOD

This tripod has been modified to accept our parallelogram binocular mount. It is made from hardwood and features an adjustable spreader and comes fitted with a retaining strap.
Specifications:
Unextended

Height

Extended

Height

Weight

87cm 140cm 5.9Kg
Price: £85.00 + £15.00 P&P

UNICAM DIGITAL CAMERA BRACKETS
Finder Adaptor Finder Adaptor
The Unicam Digital Camera Bracket is designed for afocal imaging using digital, film and video cameras. The bracket has a number of unique features, including machined flats that provide a register for positioning cameras and avoids slippage from the camera weight. The bracket body has three profiled nylon pads that provide a firm grip without marking or denting eyepieces etc. The Unicam is black anodised, CNC machined aluminium with a stainless steel stem.

Models Available Models:
Model A – fits 1.25” eyepieces, drawtubes, focusers etc.
Model B – fits 2” eyepieces, drawtubes, focusers etc.*
*Fits the following Televue eyepieces – 27mm Panoptic, 22mm Panoptic, 22mm Nagler Type 4, 17mm Nagler Type 4, 12mm Nagler Type 4, 20mm Nagler Type 5
Long Stems – Two lengths available, fits both Unicam models.
LS175, LS200.
Unicam Stops – Set of two stops that fit the arm and stem, and allow the bracket to be set in the exact same position each time it is used.
Specifications:
Max. Opening Min. Opening Weight Stem Length
Model A 39.00mm 31.75mm 140g 150mm
Model B 65.00mm 53.50mm 150g 150mm
LS175 175mm
LS200 200mm
Prices:
Model A £65.00 + £4.50 p&p
Model A (body only) £32.95 + £3.00 p&p
Model B £69.75 + £4.50 p&p
Model B (body only) £38.25 + £3.00 p&p
LS175 £8.00 + £2.00 p&p
LS200 £9.00 + £2.00 p&p
Unicam Stops £6.00 + £2.00 p&p
Buy any Unicam Digital Camera Bracket with an extra body and save £5.00

FOLDING TABLE
Table Table
Ideal for star charts, laptop computers etc, these aluminium tables are lightweight, compact and include a carrying bag.

Specifications:
Length Width Weight
Open 70cm 70cm 3.32kg
Folded 71cm 13cm
Price: £20.00 + £6.00 p&p; (LIMITED STOCK AVAILABLE)

THUMBSCREWS

Smarten up your scope.

Ideal for finder & guide scope rings, draw tubes, camera adaptors etc.

Epsilon supplies two styles of CNC machined thumbscrews in a variety of different sizes, each available in stainless steel, aluminium and brass. The black Delrin cap screws (style B) have flat ends with a radius and the knurled screws (Style A) have a chamfer with a flat end that will not dent or scratch equipment, and both styles are also available with nylon tips. Other sizes and threads are also available on a made-to-order only basis. Please contact us with your request, giving thread type, length and style required.

Specifications and prices:
Style A - knurled solid Style B – black Delrin cap
Style A Screw B

Short series Price Length A Length B Aluminium Brass Stainless Steel Length A Length B Length A Length B Length A Length B

M3 10mm 15mm £1.75 £1.98 £1.93 £2.13 £2.08 £2.33
M4 10mm 15mm £2.05 £2.25 £2.20 £2.40 £2.35 £2.60
M5 10mm 15mm £2.32 £2.52 £2.47 £2.67 £2.62 £2.87
M6 20mm 30mm £2.60 £2.80 £2.75 £2.95 £2.90 £3.15
M8 20mm 30mm £2.87 £3.07 £3.02 £3.17 £3.17 £3.42
M10 20mm 30mm £2.88 £3.08 £3.03 £3.42 £3.42 £3.67
ETX Screws 10mm £2.08
Long series Price
Length Aluminium Brass Stainless Steel
M4 30mm £2.50 £2.83 £3.16
M5 35mm £2.66 £3.00 £3.33
M6 40mm £2.73 £3.06 £3.40
M8 50mm £3.13 £3.46 £3.80
M10 60mm £3.63 £3.96 £4.30
Lengths quoted in the tables refer to the length of the threaded section of the screw.
For nylon tipped screws add £0.75 each.
Price
LX90 Stainless Steel Replacement Screw Set
£13.00
LX200 10" Stainless Steel Replacement Screw Set
£20.00

Post & packing:
Up to £20.00 + £2.00 p&p
£20.01 - £50.00 + £3.00 p&p
£50.01 - £100.00 + £4.50 p&p
Over £100.00 + £6.00 p&p

2" EXTENSION TUBE

CNC machined 2" short extension tube. Comes with two delrin capped thumbscrews at 120 degrees for a secure grip on heavy accessories and includes a filter thread.

Specifications:
Extension Length Overall Length Outside Diameter Weight
50.00mm 6.00mm 30.00mm 110g
Price: £38.99 + £3.00 p&p

DEWCAP(1.25")

Remove dew from inside your Catadioptric scope with this DewCap, it features an ‘O ring’ seal and a screw cap. CNC machined black anodised Aluminium, comes with three packets of colour indicating dessicant.

PRICE: £26.99 + £3.00 p&p

BUBBLE DEWCAP(1.25")

This Bubble Dewcap has the same features and specifications as the standard Dewcap but includes a bubble level, ideal for use with certain GOTO telescopes.

PRICE: £28.99 + £3.00p&p

2” - 1.25” ADAPTOR
Adaptor

An adaptor enabling the use of 1.25” eyepieces etc to be used on 2” focusers. It is CNC machined from solid aluminium, with a knurled shoulder for easy grip. The adaptor is threaded for 2” filters and comes with a stainless steel thumbscrew.

Specifications:
Flange Diameter Flange Thickness Overall Length Weight
57.25mm 6.00mm 30.00mm 110g
Price: £25.00 + £3.00 p&p

1.25” EXTENSION TUBE
Extension Tube

For use when the focus is beyond the travel of the focusser/drawtube, this extension tube adds 50mm to the eyepiece position. It has a CNC machined aluminium body with a stainless steel barrel.

Specifications:
Overall Length Extension Distance Weight
75mm 50mm 92g
Price: £32.00 + £3.00 p&p

Custom Astronomical and Machining Services

CUSTOM ASTRONOMICAL

Epsilon offers a custom machining service for amateur astronomers who require specialised equipment that is not available off the shelf. We can machine and fabricate parts to your drawing and design specifications, modify/repair existing parts or part machine equipment. It is also possible to provide customised versions of our own products to suit your individual needs.

Below are some examples of our custom work.


Adaptors (2" with filter thread- C-Mount & M42 female - C-Mount)


Cradle Rings for 6" Takahashi Refractor to fit Fullerscopes Mk IV equatorial


mount


Modified Losmandy Plate

If you have a design problem we will be happy to help and advise you, or even produce a design solution for you.
Give us a call, our prices are competitive and our work of a very high quality.

MACHINING SERVICES

Epsilon specialises in machining small parts for scientific instruments, design components, prototypes and small mechanisms. We do not produce volume machining, but can cater for small batches or build complete working mechanisms. The machining of a wide range of materials is possible including Aluminium, Stainlees Steel, Brass, Titanium, Nylon, Acetal and Macor (Ceramic).

Our facilities are clean and well equipped and include a small CNC lathe and milling machine, along with other conventional workshop machines. We are able to work to small tolerances and produce a high quality finish.

We use CAD software and can help with designs and drawings, or produce design solutions for you. It is possible to work from samples or drawings which can be in any format including jpegs, paper drawings or CAD drawings. Use e-mail, telephone, fax, post or visit us to discuss your requirements.

Our customers include:



Penmanor Observatory, 56 Penmanor, Finstall, Bromsgrove, Worcs, B60 3BZ.
Tel: 01527 880431 Fax: 01527 880431 Email: info@epsilon-telescopes.co.uk