Post by Chicago Astronomer - Astro Joe on Nov 29, 2012 12:49:31 GMT -6
2 Inch Meade Right Diagonal Box
For the longest time, I have been on the lookout for a reasonably priced Right Directional for the 90mm Refractor guide scope as it rides atop the C11...
...as objects above 45 degrees make viewing through the refractor awkward and uncomfortable... and near zenith...almost impossible impossible.! I like the Reni 2" 35mm Reticled eyepiece in the 90mm, so any diagonal must be a 2 incher.
There are very nice diagonals out there...but with a hefty price tag of $100+. And Dielectric ones for much more....
And, it's just for the guide scope anyway.During the seasonal deals, I came across this boxy diagonal from a Meade reseller..
At $44.98, the price is right. And with promotional codes and free shipping...it came to $39.00.
Sweet... ;D
Ordered it on a Tuesday and it arrived via FedEx on Thursday...
Packaged in all sealed baggies....it's not heavy, (which is good), and made from rigid plastic. The focus tube ring and adapter rings are chromed metal and the 1.25" & .096 adapters are also plastic. I will of course, not use the .096 adapter for eyepiece, (which I still have quite a few of), but perhaps as a webcam adapter. Everything comes in handy one day.
Looking inside, the mirror is bright and clean.
I will test it out tonight and see how it performs, but I don't see any problems with this diagonal.