Rouz Astro Telescope Control Center Platform

Telescope Control Center Platform – Modular design can be used to configure the platform with mini PCs, ZWO ASIAIRs, and power distribution hubs.

A platform that will clamp on to any Losmandy or Vixen type dovetail and allow the user to create their own telescope control center.

The modular design can be used to configure the platform with mini PCs, ZWO ASIAIRs, and power distribution hubs.

Benefits

• Single unit – can be conveniently transferred from one telescope to another without rewiring
• Much lighter – than using multiple clamps and brackets, the weight reduction increases mount performance and image quality
• Cable Management – the compact package allows for tidy wiring with short cables that won’t snag
• 9x mounting positions – also, devices can be rotated to any orientation

Brackets Available

• Mele Quieter Mini PC’s
• Pegasus (UBPV2)
• Pegasus (UBPV3)
• Intel NUC (coming soon)
• Pocket Powerbox Advance 2 (PPBADV2)
• Optec Controller (Gemini, Leo, Sagitta)
• ZWO ASIAIR Mini, Pro, Plus (direct bolt on – no bracket needed)

Mechanical

• CAD designed and FDM printed for a combination of exceptional strength and low weight thanks to the tough carbon fiber composite material that offers excellent mechanical properties.
• Engineering grade material used is a composite of polymers and carbon fiber which are fused at high temperatures over 500 deg F (no glue or epoxy is used)
• Machined aluminum knob with stainless steel hardware – spring loaded mechanism

Technical Specifications

• Weight: ~130 grams (0.3 lbs.)
• Length: 218mm (8.5 inches)
• Material: Carbon Fiber composite – FDM Print
• CNC aluminum knob (red)
• High UV, water, and temperature resistance up to 60 deg C (140F)

In the Box

Selected 3D Printed Control Center Platform