#19070 - Alnitak Astrosystems Flip-Mask - Custom size up to 12"

This product is made to order based on size. Please contact sales@optecinc.com for more information.

Building on the success of the Alnitak Astrosystems Flip-Flat, Optec has designed two new products: a robotic Remote Dust Cover for larger OTA's in remote locations, and the Flip-Mask , remotely controlled Bahtinov Mask.

A number of our customers have asked that we offer a way to introduce a diffraction mask into the light path for remote observatories. Our solution is the Flip-Mask. With this new device and proven Alnitak software, automated scripting programs such as Sequence Generator Pro, ACP, CCD Autopilot, and Maxim D/L can be configured to automatically position a custom size Bahtinov Mask for precision focusing, then remotely move it out of the path once focus is achieved and verified.

Optec masks are precision cut on our in-house laser engraving /cutting machine up to 12-inches in diameter. Contact Optec Sales if you have a different preferred diffraction mask or wish to adapt a mask you already own. Some weight limitations may apply.

• Bahtinov Mask Diameter: Customer Request - up to 12" (30 cm)
• Control Box Dimensions: 2.25" x 3.15" x 4.2" (57 x 80 x 106mm)
• Weight: Approximately 1.1 lb. (0.5 kg)
• Pivot Arm: 6.1" (155mm) length
• Range of Pivot Arm: 95-degrees,
• Power requirements: 5VDC provided by USB interface,
• Alnitak Software Compatibility: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7 and 8.
• Command Line Program: AACmd.exe

• Bahtinov Mask (user specified size)
• Motor Controller
• Cover arm
• OTA mount bracket
• Industrial zip straps
• USB cable

The Alnitak Control Software can be downloaded from our downloads page and includes the AACmd command line program for use with ACP, CCD AutoPilot, Maxim D/L and other astronomy automation programs.

Visit the Alnitak Downloads page for the latest Quick Start Guide, Alnitak Installation Manual and Software Reference Guide, and Serial Command List.