Fullerscopes Telescope Mountings

This blog has become my ATM design, build and imaging diary. I have recently built several new telescopes, a large equatorial mounting and a raised 10' [3m] dome on an octagonal building. Be aware that I deal with building solar telescopes. Which are potentially VERY dangerous! I can accept NO responsibility for any action not directly supervised by myself. You are NOT entitled to blame any other person for your OWN lack of skill or ignorance. You copy me at your own peril!

17.11.25

17.11.2025 Imaging through a window.

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Monday 17th It was after 12.00 before the sun reached the telescope through the small, double glazed, dormer window. Opening the window produced fierce, thermal agitation of the image.

Here I have added the Lunt 60MT etalon to the 102mm Apo. Not bad for a first attempt. The optics weren't well aligned. The sun had moved too far to the west to allow a clear shot. At least I have a reference for etalon to focus spacing now.

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Fullerscopes Telescope Mountings

17.11.25

17.11.2025 Imaging through a window.

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