This might be an open ended topic but we need help.
We are in the process of restoring a cassegrain (relay lens) telescope. Unfortunately, the telescope's tube does not seem salvageable.
Any recommendations on where can we go for help in replacing the tube, either as a purchase or custom made. The dimensions of the tube are shown in the attached picture.
Here are some criteria for the tube
=The telescope will be mounted on a fork so the tube needs to be strong
=Preferrably made of light material
=Must have provisions for the truss tubes for the secondary mirror
=Corrosion resistant as much as possible (will likely be stored in a shed
=Would be great if it can be painted, unless it's black
=Limited budget
Any ideas on the truss tube as well, very similar criteria as above.
Thanks
Ed
We are in the process of restoring a cassegrain (relay lens) telescope. Unfortunately, the telescope's tube does not seem salvageable.
Any recommendations on where can we go for help in replacing the tube, either as a purchase or custom made. The dimensions of the tube are shown in the attached picture.
Here are some criteria for the tube
=The telescope will be mounted on a fork so the tube needs to be strong
=Preferrably made of light material
=Must have provisions for the truss tubes for the secondary mirror
=Corrosion resistant as much as possible (will likely be stored in a shed
=Would be great if it can be painted, unless it's black
=Limited budget
Any ideas on the truss tube as well, very similar criteria as above.
Thanks
Ed
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