Add that to 17. 25” mounted or 31mm unmounted round filters Ultra-thin hybrid stepper motor for higher precision and smaller step angles with zero backlash Easily switches from USB to QHYCFW serial port mode Attractive low-profile design in a CNC-machined aluminum bodyAbout the QHY CFW3 Large Color Filter Wheel. 5mm back focus you listed is for the Large and X-Large CFW3 filter wheel. M54 is the minimum size opening that I would want to use with this sensor size. 5mm back focus. For the next 1-2 months, I will be hunting the small galaxies. 705 g. So I need a new filter wheel and compatible filter. So you also meed to put 12V to the 4 pin socket in addition to the USB cable (even via a powered hub it is borderline as can need up to 900 mA to rotate). Get to know if there is the Filter wheel connected on the QHYCFW port uint32_t ret; ret =. Date(s): 07/07/2020 & 07/11/2020 Target Catalogue: IC 1340 /NGC 6979 / NGC C6960 Target Name: Cygnus Loop ~ Veil Nebula / Pickering's Triangle / Witch's Broom Bortle Class: 7 Mount: ES G-11 PMC-8 Telescope: ES 127 FCD-100 FF/FR: ES 3" 0. . I have attached a screenshot of the RGB (top) and the NB(bottom) taken back to back. The QHY 268 mono camera features a high resolution and APS-C format. version, and with many options available. QHY CFW3 Large 7 Position Filter Wheel - 2"/50mm With the introduction of their innovative new 3rd generation models, QHYCCD has revolutionized what one can expect from a filter wheel moving forward. If you're unsuccessful, you can always revert back to QHY modified firmware. The part number of CFW3 the OP listed ended with "US" meaning Ultra Slim and according to the mechanical drawings from the link I posted, the back focus of this filter wheel is 17mm. 7 million 4. Due to the short mechanical length, it can only accommodate 5 mm thick filters. 23. Date(s): 07/07/2020 & 07/11/2020 Target Catalogue: IC 1340 /NGC 6979 / NGC C6960 Target Name: Cygnus Loop ~ Veil Nebula / Pickering's Triangle / Witch's Broom Bortle Class: 7 Mount: ES G-11 PMC-8 Telescope: ES 127 FCD-100 FF/FR: ES 3" 0. The new CFW3 series filter wheels are available in four sizes to accommodate filters from 1. Regarding the evolution of the motor drive, our 2nd generation filter wheels used a gear drive while this 3rd generation filter wheel uses a friction drive that with zero backlashes. The crystal head 4pin control line is used to connect the QHY camera, directly inserting the crystal head into the interface of the filter wheel, and the other end is connected to the interface. 6, FRA600. The QHY CCD 600M sensor size is 36mm x 24mm - with a diagonal of 43. It's been awhile, but I have used 36mm mounted Astronomic filters with a QHY268 & QHY CFW3 M with an E180 and had vignetting in the corners that wouldn't calibrate out and had to be cropped about 80% if I remember. The QHY294M uses the popular SONY IMX492 BSI CMOS sensor, achieving the pixel number output necessary for 4K at 120 frame/s. 17 Nov 2023. Incorporating an ultra-thin stepper motor drive, this 17 mm thick filter wheel is capable of fully automatic filter switching. With the introduction of their innovative new 3rd generation models, QHYCCD has revolutionized what one can expect from a filter wheel moving forward. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. I fell ill and s few months later I was well enough to start imaging again so I decided to. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. (rant: Im done ranting. 5, N208CF f/3. It's hard to tell if vignettings are coming from M54 openings of OAG-M and CFW3-M filter wheel, TEC FF flattener or TEC 160FL telescope. Pressing this button turns LED to red meaning it's configured to "USB". 1 x QHY QHY268 Monochrome Photographic APS-C CMOS Camera. I have identified a repeatable problem with the USB/RS232 connection that causes SGP to simply close with no warning. Astronomik Ha 6nm 1. QHY268M 12. I use a QHY CFW3 medium ultraslim filter wheel bolted to the OAG (spaced out a bit because I use a SX ultrastar, which has long backfocus), and connected to a ASI1600, SX-814, or ASI183. Add to Basket. 7x Focal Reducer Field Flattener, Filters: Luminance, Red, V-band Photometric, Diffuser, 200 lpmm Spectral Grating. For fun also check all the tabs in setup of the driver and make sure it is how you want it to be, and make sure the RA and DEC guide fraction is set to 40. I hope this is clear. This product is the Large size. 83”) thick and weighs 24. 30. Modern and Attractive Design. QHYCFW3L USD619. I can power up the FW and the carousel spins to home position. I have a QHYCCD CFW3 paired to a QHYCCD 268M camera. Do the same for the wheel. Both the QHYCFW3M and QHYCFW3S are also available in a. Just follow the tuning process step by step and shouldn’t be an issue. QHY Fiber Graber Card is a PCIE2. The QHY CFW3 Medium is a motorized filter wheel designed for 7 unmounted filters with a diameter of 36mm. 7x FR/FF Baader UFC Filter: 2" L-enHance Focuser: Moonlite CFL & V2 HR Stepper Motor. Verifying tray and top mount are identical. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. There are six 3mm through holes in the OAG for direct connection to the QHYCFW and QHY A Series cameras. 2 inch mounted filter: filter holder frame maximum 4. If you have the QHY filter wheel in the QHY CFW3-S Ultrashort version, our 1. This particular model is 21. 675 g. For QHYCFW2 and QHYCFW3, the filter posiiton is marked on the disk. Learn more about the QHYCFW3 Filter Wheel and its impressive features in the comprehensive video below! QHYCFW3 Filter Wheel Features. 25" filter housing - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): So I took delivery of my first Chroma filter today and it doesnt fit in my filter wheel. The wheel is threaded for 2″ mounted filters and the openings are 50. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are. Date(s): 07/07/2020 & 07/11/2020 Target Catalogue: IC 1340 /NGC 6979 / NGC C6960 Target Name: Cygnus Loop ~ Veil Nebula / Pickering's Triangle / Witch's Broom Bortle Class: 7 Mount: ES G-11 PMC-8 Telescope: ES 127 FCD-100 FF/FR: ES 3" 0. CFW3, and an f/3. Good review. 5mm thickness. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. QHY Color Filter Wheel - Large QHY-CFW3-L (110047) $619. 14 Items. I was afraid it would bend or snag, so I never actually used it. Anti-reflection RGB filter (red/green/blue) with extremely high transmission of the respective color channel, thus simultaneously reducing stray light and reflections to an unprecedented level. This specific filter wheel has a thickness of 15. I initially had a QHY OAG on board, however I believe that there is a problem with the 54mm aperture that far away from the imaging chip and I was getting a constriction of the light cone which led to some. The OAG main body is just 10mm thick. We have latest drivers. In 4 pin mode, there is a 31s delay between pressing ‘camera shot’ and the exposure beginning. The QHY533 Camera is a new generation of back-illuminated CMOS cameras with 3. 25-inch to 50 millimeters square. The serial port thing. QHY CFW3 Medium Color Filter Wheel - Ultra Slim Version. QHY 268 (12. The main body of QHYCFW3 filter wheels is cut from a single piece of aluminum using a precision CNC machine. In stock. 76um. There seems to be an issue in trying to get the CFW3 connected/rotate when connecting it via the serial cable to the QHY163M. Making sure your imaging scope is balanced on both the RA/ DEC axis. It's a much better solution than the factory M. 5 mm. If you have the QHY filter wheel in the QHY CFW3-S Ultrashort version, our 1. Incorporating an ultra-thin stepper motor drive, this 21. According to the description, we were expecting that this modification would increase the stability of the USB link. Relaoded all software including the latest allinone Beta 22. UFCT 1. If you have the QHY filter wheel in the QHY CFW3-S Ultrashort version, our 1. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. Filter Centering Masks - Buckeyestargazer - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): I just installed a set of filter centering masks from Buckeyestargazer and am so impressed with the masks and the service received from Joel at Buckeye that I feel a review is in order. We have latest drivers. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. 26/mo*. 3. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. 25" Series III cameras. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. Let me know what measurements you need for the 36mm Buckeye Rings tm . i also have 36mm unmounted Astrodon filters. I got a new camera -- QHY600M, CFW3-L and OAG-L. At first I thought that the CFW3 XL would be the way to go. Das motorische Filterrad QHY CFW3-S mit 7 Filterpositionen schien mir geeignet, mit verschiedenen Filtern Aufnahmeserien von Planeten zu erstellen, ohne den Bildausschnitt zu verschieben. I am also new to this group and have so much to learn. Compared with purchasing them seperately, you can get a discount about 5% off for the combo. 7x FR/FF Baader UFC Filter: 2" L-enHance Focuser: Moonlite CFL & V2 HR Stepper Motor. Mine does not (though a customer has built a new firmware version for the QHY CFW3 that does exactly this). Make sure the camera is unplugged; install the QHY driver (s). The firmware is open source and compatible with Arduino. Included:-QHY268m mono camera-Retail box-QHY CFW3 Filter Wheel for 36mm-Retail box-Octopi Precision Tilt and Spacing Device-Buckeye stargazer filter retention masks-Buckeye stargazer bubble level for camera angle orientation MSRP for everything is $3625. This will fit between my QHY CFW3-L and the QHY OAG-M. 9x FRC, 1008mm focal length, f/6. I was forced to replace my PMC-Eight circuit Board model 1A-02A due to coliding with a tripod leg which destroyed the USB mini port. QHYCCD selected a high quality ultra-thin hybrid stepper motor for the 3rd generation filter wheel design. Med. By the time I get frustrated and complaining, I always solve my problem an hour later. QHYCFW3M-SR/US USD349. 5mm thick (not counting screw thread of the holder) 50mm unmounted filter: 0-4. 7x Focal Reducer - FFFR507X-00 is 55mm. 5mm thick up to 7mm thick to help set the proper back focus spacing. There are six 3mm through holes in the OAG for direct connection to the QHYCFW and QHY A Series cameras. Some time back I posted a message regarding reflection I was getting in my images especially around the Flame Nebula area. Due to the short mechanical length, it can only accommodate 5 mm thick filters. Turn off "Memory Integrity". The original message starting the reflection conversation was #2222 (10/26/20). QHY Spacers and QHY M54 (camera side) to M48 (telescope side) adapter; QHY OAG-M with ZWO ASI120mm Mini; QHY CFW3-M-US with Astronomik Deep-Sky-RGB and L2 filters; QHY268m-PH . I’ve been using a QHY600 with a CFW3 on an FSQ106 EDX@F5 almost every night, all night, for the last month with no. QHY CFW3 Large 7 Position Filter Wheel - 2"/50mm With the introduction of their innovative new 3rd generation models, QHYCCD has revolutionized what one can expect from a filter wheel moving forward. Thank you for reading that wall of text and any possible help. QHY Astronomy Cameras. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. I do not get these. Joined: 06 Dec 2010. I connected the enclosed proprietary four pin connector between the camera and CFW3 filter wheel. Big bummer if QHYCFW3 doesn't work in KSTARS. The mode in Cfw3 is in green mode. The QHYCFW3 main body is cut from a single piece of aluminum by a precision CNC machine. Quick View. Since this is the standard version of the. It's simple to line up the long side of the sensor with the OAG pick-off mirror stalk, and you have 2 ways to connect it, either through the. QHYCFW3 Color Filter Wheel are available in 5, 7 and 9 filter Positions and various filter sizes Specially designed filter carousel version can be fixed with 31mm unmounted filters through the new-added screw holes Working with high quality ultra-thinQHY CFW3 Small 7 Position Filter Wheel - 1. 2 MB) The Baader Planetarium - Instruction manual. 53/mo*. 2 washers. 7x FR/FF Baader UFC Filter: 2" L-enHance Focuser: Moonlite CFL & V2 HR Stepper Motor. Both have anti-dew heaters. I use Nina beta 2 qhy268m qhycfw3 native drivers updated for all and the 4pin cable. -- Sincerely, Jennifer Shelly AstroPorch, VA Mounts: ES PMC-8 G-11, ES PMC-8 EXOS-2 Scopes: ES ED127 FCD-100, ES Levy Comet Hunter, ES N208CF, QHY Mini Guide Scope, Solomark F60 Guide Scope Cameras: QHY600M, QHY128C, QHY168C Misc: MoonLite CFL 2. Keep in mind that 36mm mounted filters have a clear. Support the 2pin socket with QHY9 (requires external 12VDC power supply). 25-inch to 50 millimeters square. My equipment is: QHY294 mono QHYCFW3 filter wheel The rest. 25" (L is the L2) -- new cost $360 - selling for $280. The. 2 is the most recent version, it is included in the Firmware V1. HOME; Accessories. The weight is what I am concerned about. The CFW3 uses a high quality ultra-thin hybrid stepper motor that compared to standard electrical motors, is more precise as it has a. Page 1 of 2 - Calibration Issue w/ QHY268M - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: I am having a Calibration Issue with my QHY268M, Astronomik DeepSky 36mm, QHY CFW3, and SVX130T. 5 / High Res Stepper / V2 Mini Controller, Baader SteelTrack NT /. This particular model measures 20 mm in thickness and accepts up to seven 31 mm or 1. 61 to 47. That said, there has been an option in CMOS technology that has been decidedly absent from the available offerings:. If you use different brands FW, then BF is 17mm or 17. 00. Page 1 of 2 - QHY Filter Wheel Large - misbehaves - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: Dear CN fellows! Hope that all is well!. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. Page 1 of 2 - QHY600M first light with TEC 160FL and TEC FRC - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: I finally took test images of M31 last night with my new QHY600M camera. 27 (~2. . I think you should pick the 32. Add to Compare. 5 mm and accepts up to seven 1. Which back focus for QHY 020002 adapter when attaching to CFW3-M/L filter wheel is correct: 4mm or 6mm? I made a measurement myself with precision caliper and it appears the effective back focus of QHY 020002 adapter is 4mm when connected to CFW3-M/L filter wheel otherwise it may be 6mm when connected to different brands filter wheel. Joined: 26 Sep 2006. Searching on the QHY forum I found that when connected via USB it is unlikely to get enough power and so the motor stalls, hence the loud noises - probably not very good for the FW. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. Here is a 16. Compatible with all cooled CMOS cameras, QHY Filter Wheels CFW3-S Standard, CFW3-S thin, CFW3-L and QHY Off-Axis Guider Medium (OAG-M) Kit includes: 1x 5mm M54 to M48 Adapter; 1x 3mm M54 to M42 Adapter; 1x QHY 2,5mm 2" Filter Fixer #1932780; 1x 4mm M54 Screwed Adapter (original name QHY #020070) 1x Cam Top Adapter (QHY #020063)Make sure your mount is aimed true North. If you have the QHY filter wheel in the QHY CFW3-S Ultrashort version, our 1. This is better than shipping the camera back to China. The wheel is threaded for 2″ mounted filters and the openings are 50. 1 x QHY CFW3 Medium Color Filter Wheel - 36 mm 7 Position - Ultra Slim Version. The filter covers make filter installation to QHYCFW3 very easy - It helps to center the filters, avoid light leaks and secures the installation. 29 mm square) CMOS image sensor with 3003. Industry's Best Gear Experts. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. 700 EUR in the same dealer (interestingly, the mono version has the same price), if you want the industrial grade mono sensor add nearly 900 EUR. Page 2 of 3 - ZWO ASI294MM vs. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. Incorporating an ultra-thin stepper motor drive, this 17 mm thick filter wheel is capable of fully automatic filter switching. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. 3 focal reducer, then you are supposed to be the 105mm spacers from the glass of the. The QHY CFW3 can be intimidating, as the default camera interface to the CFW is not familiar (ie, it doesn't just screw in), but it mechanically has some advantages, especially if you're using an OAG. 5mm. 71. 25" filters. I figured it out. QHY-QHYCFW3L . QHY600M: 17. To configure FW is by pressing the recessed switch at left side of blue motor cover of FW until the LED turns green. QHY CFW3 17. Davesh, If you have basic diy skills then the tuning process should be something that you can perform. This particular model measures 20 mm in thickness and accepts up to seven 31 mm or 1. (ASI or QHY version) will work with AP130GTX or TEC140 when using the QUAD reducer. will display if the CFW3 working in the USB control mode or the 4pin control mode. Baader Special Eyepieces for all Zeiss FL Diascope-Spotting Scopes. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. I found it deep somewhere hidden in the document. Because this is the ultra thin model, maximum thickness for mounted filters, excluding filter thread height, is 5. 5mm. The FS-60CB is an excellent instrument for what it is, a wide field visual tool. I had to revert my QHY CFW2-M-US. 30mm thick. 9 / Askar FRA400 f/5. The new CFW3 series filter wheels are available in four sizes to accommodate filters from 1. You place the OAG on CFW3 FW, then the 3mm thick beveled adapter on OAG and finally bolt 6 flat head screws through the 3mm thick beveled adapter and into CFW3. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. This is most likely a QHY issue as the new INDI drivers still dont work either. Anyways, if it does not support the native drivers that means you have to connect the camera with the ASCOM driver and the QHY CFW3 with the serial driver correct? This means that it has to. As for its orientation suggest you find some YouTubes on setting up and using a polar scope. 700 EUR. First use QHY firmware to reprogram your CFW3 FW because it's easier and if it works, you can then try the thread I linked above. Posted 26 December 2020 - 02:43 PM. 2 screws + M. QHY OAG-M and/or camera comes with M54 spacers kit of different thickness starting at 0. 25-inch to 50 millimeters square. QHYCFW3M-SR/US USD349. 1 x QHY CFW3 Color Filter Wheel . I have uninstalled and reinstalled everything multiple times, cycled power, cycled FW modes, installed the SDK, but no matter what I do my filter wheel only shows that it has 5 filters available. 25" and 7 unmounted filters with a diameter of 31mm. The threads don't catch. How is it better than the ZWO option? I do have a QHY 2" CFW3 to match it up with so at least maybe I can have some improvement in the CFW3 driver. For a large filter wheel, the EFW3 has a slim lightweight design, weighing 1. That makes for an almost perfect package : relatively low F ratio, good. 5mm larger than the diameter of the 600M sensor and should cover the sensor. Including UV/IR cut (L-filter) with 98% transmission over the entire visible spectrum. In stock. The IMX455 is a 61 Megapixel, scientific CMOS sensor with 3. 7. 00Price as Configured: $1,295. 5mm extension in between IFI 59mm threads and QHY CFW3-L FW: Here is a 32. QHY Filter Wheel User's Manual is a pdf document that provides detailed instructions on how to install, operate and troubleshoot the QHYCFW series filter wheels for astronomical and scientific cameras. Page 1 of 2 - Problem connecting QHY 268M with CFW3 filter wheel - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: I have a new QHY 268M and a CFW3 filter wheel. 1 x QHY CFW3 Color Filter Wheel. Add to Cart. This is the first Window Explorer you will see and install the bottom two executable files to install QHY CFW3 filter wheel drivers: The second Window Explorer you will see is SDK (Software Development Driver): Since I use Voyager automation software, I use x86 folder which is 32 bit so inside the x86 folder looks like: 503, Block A, Singularity Center, Shahe Town, Changping District, Beijing, China, 102206. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. Filter Centering Masks - Buckeyestargazer - posted in Equipment (No astrophotography): I just installed a set of filter centering masks from Buckeyestargazer and am so impressed with the masks and the service received from Joel at Buckeye that I feel a review is in order. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. But, it costs $500 more and is a lot heavier. Might. I have a QHY CFW3. Add to Cart. We have the second dovtail and a Pegasus Power Box on the top dovetail. I just want to add some technical info for those who use the filter wheel without a QHY camera: Quite some people struggle. I am using 2 QHY CFW3 at the same time - a CFW3-L and CFW3-S. 25" filter mounts with a height of 6 mm are unfortunately too thick. The back focus for Medium Standard (SR) size CFW3 filter wheel is 20. 10mm. The 268M is fine, but I'm hoping to avoid additional Chinese cameras such as the 600PH or ZWO. 25″ / 31mm) Filter Wheel is the perfect addition to the QHY294M and similar cameras with smaller sensors. My stars in corner still need improving. It offers seven positions for 36 mm round filters. Completely forgot about it until I read this. Prices are quite reasonable, starting at $279, for good build quality and included accessories. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. The design is compatible with the QHY-OAG (off-axis guide) for the corresponding size. NINA will open POTH, But here is the sequence I recommend: a. 4 that comes with their 'QHYCCD_Win_AllInOne. The large filter wheel is powered and connected via USB cable. RPI3 Linux MacOS QHYCCD SDK TheSkyX Plug-in Installation. My only camera ordered is new shorter BF version of QHY268C. Pegasus Astro Indigo Filter Wheel + LRGB Filter Set PEG-INDIGOFW-BUNDLE $696. From the "Profile Editor - KStars" it shows support for. Cameras : QHY174M-GPS + FW, QHY163C. I have uninstalled and reinstalled everything multiple times, cycled power, cycled FW modes, installed the SDK, but no matter what I do my filter wheel only shows that it has 5 filters. I see thru Agena Astro they have spacer that would work except they don't have predrilled. ItQHY 3rd Generation S Color Filter Wheel With the introduction of their innovative new 3rd generation models, QHYCCD has revolutionized what one can expect from a filter wheel moving forward. Hi Jennifer, Thanks for your message. Compatible with QHY183M, QHY Filter Wheel CFW3-S standard, QHY Filter WheelCFW3-S thin and QHY Off-Axis Guider Small (OAG-S) 55mm backfocus length achievable with the kit, e. For filter wheel control a custom QHY 4-pin filter wheel port is included that provides power and control signals for QHY dual control filter wheels like the series 3 filter wheels. Maybe QHY needs to start making M68 openings for both CFW3 filter wheel and OAG-M/L. It offers seven positions for 2" or 50 mm round filters. 00. g. 76um square pixels and 16-bit ADC. This specific version has a thickness of 20. I took off the cover, verified the wheel turned manually, reinstalled the cover and haven't had a problem since. - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: Here is what my imaging train used to look like before I replaced QHY OAG-M with Optec Sagitta OAG. USB 3. Each Pegasus set below includs 7 masks. Anti-reflection RGB filter (red/green/blue) with extremely high transmission of the respective color channel, thus simultaneously reducing stray light and reflections to an unprecedented level. 3 KB) RCU user manual. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. I had to uninstall V0. QHY-QHYCFW3L . Due to the short backfocus design of both components, a. Due to the short mechanical length, it can only accommodate 5 mm thick filters. The QHY CFW3 comes with 60mm long thumbscrews that match the focuser lock screw in diameter and pitch, but it was a bit too long. 5 mm thick and offers nine positions for either 2" or 50 mm round filters. Astronomik filter (0. CMOS-sensor-based cameras have increasingly become the product of choice for experienced and budding astrophotographers alike. 5 / High. 5mm adapter in between ONAG camera port and QHY CFW3-L . I fell ill and s few months later I. This particular model is 21. instead of SGP - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: Yeah, 1. We don’t see this issue with USB control mode. QHY 268 M to focus with QHY5 178 III guide cam on QHY OAG-M - posted in Beginning Deep Sky Imaging: I recently purchased a QHY268M, their CFW-7, and OAG-M to go with QHY5 178 III guide cam. 6, FRA600 f/5. Since you are interested in mono version, the backfocus is 14mm ONLY IF you use QHY CFW3 FW. Astronomik DeepSky LRGB 1. Incorporating an ultra-thin stepper motor drive, this 21. All QHY600 cameras except for short BF come with an adapter that's used to bolt to QHY CFW3, the bolt pattern of the adapter only matches to CFW3-M and CFW3-L but not CFW3-XL. For mounted filters, maximum thickness excluding filter thread height is 10 mm. QHYOAG is a thin and solid design. I was told that the back focus can be ignored using the Microfocuser if not using the focal reducer. Regarding the evolution of the motor drive, our 2nd generation filter wheels used a gear drive while this 3rd generation filter wheel uses a friction drive that with zero backlashes. It appears the camera connections for mono and color versions are different. The threads are standardized and fit into all filter wheels from QHY or other manufacturers. Yes, QHY driver is a bit quirky but I actually like their implementation of the drivers. For filter wheel control a custom QHY 4-pin filter wheel port is included that provides power and control signals for QHY dual control filter wheels like the series 3 filter wheels. Under the camera selection tab select qhy ascom, and open the options tab and setup the camera as you want it. Therefore, in response to requests to provide a solution for using the QHY5III series mono cameras and CFW3S filter wheel, QHY now has a simple adapter available for the smaller 1. QHY 3rd Generation M Color Filter Wheel With the introduction of their innovative new 3rd generation models, QHYCCD has revolutionized what one can expect from a filter wheel moving forward. 1 x QHY OAG Off-Axis Guider - Medium. (Size: 459. Specially designed filter carousel version can be fixed with 31mm unmounted filters through the new-added screw holes. Page 1 of 2 - Calibration Issue w/ QHY268M - posted in Experienced Deep Sky Imaging: I am having a Calibration Issue with my QHY268M, Astronomik DeepSky 36mm, QHY CFW3, and SVX130T. 5mm thickness glass. This filter wheel will be available together with the QHY 533 series from the end of April. This is good enough for me. Because I bought the QHY FW and the QHY OAG, there were no adapters necessary other than an M54 to AP 2. Due to the short mechanical length, it can only accommodate 5 mm thick filters. dll that I could find in System and individual imaging software (NINA, EZCap, Sharpcap). I am not sure if I am posting to the right forum, hopefully it will be moved to the right spot by one of the admins. 5mm. I will assume you will use QHY CFW3-L large filter wheel which has 21. Due to the short mechanical length, it can only accommodate 5 mm thick filters. 08/mo*. The QHY filterwheel would have been a nice option to store the filters and automate darks but the QHY CFW3 medium SR is 20.