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Astronomer solves focus tube problem for new 5x Barlow lens
Original: My new 2" 5x Barlow lens arrived the other day, and after a little bit of drama with the focus tube on the telescope not
An amateur astronomer reports that a newly arrived 2-inch 5x Barlow lens initially could not be used because the telescope's focus tube would not extend far enough for imaging. After adding an extension tube, the setup now works, though it is said to be pushing the equipment's limits. The post highlights the trial-and-error nature of backyard astrophotography gear.
Why now: Amateur astronomers often share equipment fixes and compatibility challenges with new accessories.
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- My new 2" 5x Barlow lens arrived the other day, and after a little bit of drama with the focus tube on the telescope not being able to extend out enough to facilitate capturing an image with the thing, an extension tube later and I'm in business. I'm definitely pushing the… · dkerr.dev@pixelfed.social · 6
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