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Re: Off Axis Newtonian

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Posted by Ruby/">Ruby on February 7, 2000 13:26:39 UTC

: To all ATM enthusiasts:

: I very much want to buld an off axis newtonian reflector : in the range of 4.5" to 6". I you have had any previous : experience building these interesting scopes, or even : have plans for one, please contact me! : - Pete Smith

There is a company that makes Off axis newtons on dobsonian mounts. DGM optics sell many models ranging in size from 4"-9" and even offers optics kits. Their website (http://www.users.erols.com/dgmoptics/) also has a lot of information on construction, and design.

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