AstroSystems

AstroSystems - Heavy Spider Vane - H 32.1 "es to 41.5 "es - with Double Vane Ends Standard

AstroSystems - Heavy Spider Vane - H 32.1 inches to 41 ... Learn More
Model#: AS_HSV_H

$130.00
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AstroSystems - LightPipe/Sight Tube Combination - 1.25 " w/instructions

This unique and innovative collimator combines the LightPipe with the SightTube into one easier to use, lower-cost tool. The LightPipe functions just like a Cheshire collimator, but with two important differences ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LPTC_1.25

$45.00
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AstroSystems - LightPipe/Sight Tube Combination - 2 " w/instructions

This unique and innovative collimator combines the LightPipe with the SightTube into one easier to use, lower-cost tool. The LightPipe functions just like a Cheshire collimator, but with two important differences ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LPTC_2.00

$89.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 10 " - 15 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LLS_10-15

$65.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 16 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LLS_16

$80.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 18 " - 20 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LLS_18-20

$100.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 22 " - 24 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LLS_22-24

$140.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 25 " - 28 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LLS_25-28

$170.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 30 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More
Model#: AS_LLS_30

$200.00
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AstroSystems - Lycra Light Shroud for 32 " telescopes

Astrosystems Telescope ShroudThe Lycra/Nylon blend shroud that is standard equipment on the TeleKit is available separately for retrofitting to other truss telescopes ... Learn More

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Model#: AS_LLS_32

$240.00
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AstroSystems - Pivot Kit

This is one of the key components in making a Dobsonian move smoothly and easily in azimuth, even when pointed near the zenith. Each kit contains a 3/8" x 2 ... Learn More
Model#: AS_PIVOT

$27.00
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AstroSystems - Pivot Kit 3/8" x 2" -2.5" bolt

This is one of the key components in making a Dobsonian move smoothly and easily in azimuth, even when pointed near the zenith.
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Model#: Pivotkit3/8-2_2.5bolt

$27.00
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AstroSystems - Power Feedthrough

A complete set of hardware to install 12 Vdc power feedthrough to connect the Rocker Box of a Dobsonian to a remote battery. This allows you to use a high capacity battery for drives, dew removal, fans, etc ... Learn More
Model#: AS_PF

$119.00
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AstroSystems - Standard Eyepiece Adapter -- 2.0 " to 1.25 " with compression ring

This precision-made adapter is made of anodized aluminum and threaded for 48mm (2 inch) filters. Our adapters now feature a compression ring. This offers accurate and consistent retention of collimation tools and is non-marring on eyepiece barrels ... Learn More
Model#: AS_SEA

$29.00
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AstroSystems - Tailgate Hardware for 10 - 22 " Cells

The "tailgate" hardware allows the removal of 2 bolts (4 on 24-32" cells) to hinge the cell down for easy access. You can easily clean or dust the mirror ... Learn More
Model#: AS_TGH_10-22

$45.00
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AstroSystems - Tailgate Hardware for 24 - 32 " Cells

The "tailgate" hardware allows the removal of 2 bolts (4 on 24-32" cells) to hinge the cell down for easy access. You can easily clean or dust the mirror ... Learn More
Model#: AS_TGH_24-32

$65.00
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AstroSystems - Teflon Bearing Kit - Custom

Smooth out your telescope movement with virgin Teflon bearings. All kits contain 3 azimuth and 4 altitude bearing pads of 3/16 inch minimum thickness virgin Teflon, pre-drilled and countersunk, with stainless steel mounting screws ... Learn More
Model#: AS_TBK_CUSTOM

$38.00
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AstroSystems - Teflon Bearing Kit - Large

Smooth out your telescope movement with virgin Teflon bearings. All kits contain 3 azimuth and 4 altitude bearing pads of 3/16 inch minimum thickness virgin Teflon, pre-drilled and countersunk, with stainless steel mounting screws ... Learn More
Model#: AS_TBK_LG

$38.00
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AstroSystems - Teflon Bearing Kit - Small

Smooth out your telescope movement with virgin Teflon bearings. All kits contain 3 azimuth and 4 altitude bearing pads of 3/16 inch minimum thickness virgin Teflon, pre-drilled and countersunk, with stainless steel mounting screws ... Learn More
Model#: AS_TBK_SM

$22.00
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AstroSystems - TeleKit SFL 17.5-18"

AstroSystems has redesigned the TeleKit to meet the demanding requirements of the new short focal length mirrors now available.
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Model#: TK-17.5/18

$2,000.00
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Our business grew out of Randy's hobby. As a youngster, he built his first telescope at age 12. As the years passed, he could see various needs in the hobby that could be addressed with a little sweat and ingenuity. With a list of over 25 possible new products in 1986, we named and formed AstroSystems while on a 4 month stay in the backwoods of Washington state. After locating in Colorado in early 1987, our first two products were the laminated Sky Atlas 2000.0 star charts and the first commercial focuser based on the friction drive Crayford design. We attended our first star party, the Texas Star Party, to display and sell them. For the next several years we were adding 4-6 new products a year, some of our design, others marketed by us but made and developed by amateur astronomers.

In 1992 we realized the need to focus on a long term direction, and with the immense popularity of the truss tube telescope, our dream of promoting telescope building was realized with our first component kit. These were kits that left the amateur telescope maker (ATM) to do all the wood work, which was fine, if you knew anything about woodworking. Randy’s easy to follow Guide to Building Truss Tube Telescopes made it as easy as possible, but the kits still left out a large portion of the astronomical market. The summer of 1996 brought another change to our marketing with the introduction of a truss telescope kit complete with all wood components precision cut by CNC technology, ready to assemble and finish. With this product we hope to promote the hobby of telescope building beyond the likes any have seen and provide a first class telescope that will fulfill all expectations.

The TeleKit can be the launching platform for future innovations in amateur telescope making. We believe that building a TeleKit will not only give you a great scope, but be a fun, enjoyable, and educational experience. In 2009 we will be celebrating our twenty second year and with many future products in the works we will promise to always provide you with the highest quality astronomical products, and the best customer service possible.

Alan Poppenhagen joined the Astrosystems team in 1990 and has been instrumental in the development, design, and production of Astrosystems products. He is very knowledgeable about the practical side of Amateur astronomy and routinely assists customers with difficult questions about our products and observing. Alan is also handles all the manufacture of our spider and secondary holder line.