{"product_id":"optec-tcf-leo-low-profile-focuser-19740","title":"Optec TCF-Leo Low-Profile Focuser (19740)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOptec TCF-Leo Low-Profile Focuser\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-left\"\u003eOptec engineers have developed a new, low profile, yet extremely robust 3-inch focuser for telescope installations where back-focus is at a premium.  With the width of a typical 1-1\/4\" eyepiece, the TCF-Leo provides a unique focusing solution for the  Celestron EdgeHD and other telescopes with limited flange-to-focus distances.  The proven FocusLynx control system is included with every TCF-Leo and can be expanded to provide control for a second focuser.  The FocusLynx system includes optional 802.11 WiFi and Hand Control accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unique shape of the TCF-Leo is designed to fit neatly between the lock and focus knobs of the Celestron EdgeHD C-11 telescope OTA.  With a center-to-edge distance of about 2.2-inches (55mm), the TCF-Leo works exceptionally well with Innovation Foresight's On-Axis Guider, providing clearance for large cameras and filter wheels above either of the flat edges of the TCF-Leo.  Additionally, the \u003cstrong\u003eTCF-Leo'\u003c\/strong\u003es 3600 receiver fits directly on to the large 3-inch port of the Perseus Instrument Selector for ultra-fine focus of a large format camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor owners of the \u003cstrong\u003eEdgeHD Celestron C1400\u003c\/strong\u003etelescopes, Optec offers a set of replacement knobs for the original lock knobs which provide clearance for the TCF-Leo.  Our #19792 Sure-Lock Mirror Support Clutch upgrade includes two brass replacement lock knobs that are easily installed without tools. With standard Optec interfaces on both telescope and camera sides, nearly any telescope imaging system can be configured.   Specify any of our OPTEC-3600 telescope mounts or contact Precise Parts for a custom adapter to fit any telescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-left\"\u003eAs a full 3-inch focuser, the \u003cstrong\u003eTCF-Leo\u003c\/strong\u003e drawtube accepts any of our OPTEC-3000 adapters developed for the TCF-S3 and TCF-Lynx3 heavy duty focusers.  The optional Precision Centering Adapter allows any large 2-inch diagonal or eyepiece to be added behind the focuser.  Visual users will appreciate the FocusLynx Hand Controller with fine-focus rotary knob for no-touch operation of the telescope focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-left\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TCF-LEO is the newest in our line of temperature compensating focusers.  This thin low-profile focuser has a minimum thickness of only 1.25″ and 0.35-inches of travel or about 9mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe anticipate the TCF-LEO will help many imagers struggling with minimal back-focus on scopes such as the Celestron EdgeHD C1100.  TCF-LEO is designed to fit between the mirror lock-knobs on the C-11HD and will work well with the Innovation Foresight On-Axis Guider as well as the large Perseus 3-inch port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTCF-Leo Specifications\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverall Thickness:    1.25″ (31.8mm) to 1.6″ (40.6mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuser Travel:    0.35″ (8.9mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuser Midpoint:    1.425″ (36.2mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal Step Travel:    112,000 steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep Resolution:    0.08 microns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight:    1lb. 14 oz. (0.85 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePayload Capacity:    20-lbs. (9 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTelescope-side Mount:    OPTEC-3600 dovetail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCamera-Side Mount:    OPTEC-3000 3-inch drawtube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eControl System:    FocusLynx Controller (included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFocusLynx Controller\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-left\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctional Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStepper Motor Control:    bipolar and unipolar stepper motors,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolution:    16-bit controller with 65,535 step range per focuser,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePC Connectivity:    USB\/Serial, Ethernet, or optional 802.11 WiFi,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Control:    Optional 2-button with Digital Read-Out,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWiFi Connection:    Optional 802.11b\/g compatible,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond Stepper:    Optional plug-in daughter board,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInput Power:    12VDC univeral power supply (110 to 230VAC input),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative Power:    Field battery voltage (13.8VDC) with optional automotive cigarette lighter plug,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftware Drivers:    ASCOM local server, X2 native drivers for TheSky X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFocusLynx Port Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuser 1:    RJ45 socket for standard Cat-5e\/Cat-6 to focuser,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuser 2:    Optional second stepper board for RJ45 socket,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower:    12VDC input, 2.5 x 5.5mm plug, center pin positive,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNetwork:    Standard RJ45 Ethernet socket,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Controller:    RJ22 socket for standard telephone handset cord,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial:    RJ12 socket for Optec USB\/Serial cable (included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the Box\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTCF-Leo Low Profile Focuser,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFocusLynx Control Hub,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrecision temperature probe,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptec USB\/Serial communications cable, 6-ft. length,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCAT-5e\/CAT-6 Ethernet cable, 6-ft. length,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e12VDC 1.25A power supply – 110-240VAC input,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUL\/CSA compliant wall plug cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5\/64” T-handle hex key tool.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eManuals \u0026amp; Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptec 1-Year Warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/Optec-TCF-Leo-Installation-Manual.pdf?v=1668712625\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptec TCF-Leo Installation Manual\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/FocusLynx_Commander_Quick_Start.pdf?v=1668708472\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFocusLynx Software Quick Start Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/Optec-TCF-Leo-Mechanical-Drawing.pdf?v=1668712626\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOptec TCF-Leo Mechanical Drawing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Optec","offers":[{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ Default \/ None","offer_id":43932931883237,"sku":"OPC-19740","price":2093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ Default \/ Epsilon-130","offer_id":43932931916005,"sku":"OPC-19741","price":2751.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ Default \/ Epsilon-160","offer_id":43932931948773,"sku":"OPC-19742","price":2751.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ Default \/ Epsilon-180","offer_id":43932931981541,"sku":"OPC-19743","price":2695.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ Extended Height \/ None","offer_id":43932932014309,"sku":"OPC-19744","price":2093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ Optec-DSI 3.5\" \/ None","offer_id":43932932145381,"sku":"OPC-19748","price":2093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Focuslynx Hub \/ 3-inch Split-Clamp \/ None","offer_id":43932932276453,"sku":"OPC-19752","price":2093.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Without Focuslynx Hub \/ Default \/ None","offer_id":43932932407525,"sku":"OPC-19756","price":1813.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6245\/2965\/files\/optec-tcf-leo-low-profile-focuser-19740-astronomy-plus_56a1fce8-adbb-4530-aff2-cff1df3cd39c.jpg?v=1777041900","url":"https:\/\/istronomyplus.com\/products\/optec-tcf-leo-low-profile-focuser-19740","provider":"Astronomy Plus – Telescopes \u0026 Astrophotography Canada","version":"1.0","type":"link"}