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Last updated: 9 August 2005

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Subject:	Another LXD SN10 Mod
Sent:	Monday, August 1, 2005 19:28:41
From:	Karl Poirier (kpoirier01@rogers.com)
This one makes changing eyepieces a one handed affair.

Karl Poirier

Mississauga, Ontario Canada L4W 3W6 

 

The eyepiece holder on the LXD is annoying, as it requires two thumbscrews to secure. The following is a non-destructive method of overcoming this problem.

 

It requires a machine shop capability, but this is usually available for minimal cost from another hobbyist.

 

The part employed is from Reid Tools, a nice quick no minimum order size organization. I got my parts transborder in 3 days. Reid Tool Supply Company (reidecom.reidtool.com/xephr/qbe/HOMEPAGE)

 

This modification requires a new aluminum piece, as there is not enough bulk in the 1.25" eyepiece holder.

 

We start with the 2" eyepiece holder included with the LXD.

 

File written with CompuPic(R) - Photodex Corporation (http://www.photodex.com)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

File written with CompuPic(R) - Photodex Corporation (http://www.photodex.com)

 

File written with CompuPic(R) - Photodex Corporation (http://www.photodex.com)

 

 

 

 

File written with CompuPic(R) - Photodex Corporation (http://www.photodex.com)

 

File written with CompuPic(R) - Photodex Corporation (http://www.photodex.com)

 

 

 

 

 

File written with CompuPic(R) - Photodex Corporation (http://www.photodex.com)

 

No more screw adjustment to change eyepieces!!


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