Takahashi FCT-65D autofocus stabiliser
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This scope only has 1 bolt hole at the rack and pinion for mounting an autofocus bracket. This model adds 1 more hole
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This is a 3D-printed stabilizer support designed specifically for mounting an automatic focuser (like the ZWO EAF or Pegasus Astro) to the Takahashi FCT-65D refractor.
The factory rack-and-pinion gear cover on the Takahashi FCT-65D only features a single screw hole. When you attach a standard aftermarket autofocus bracket using just this single point, the motor’s torque and weight cause the entire bracket to rotate and slip, affecting your auto-focus calibration.
This custom-designed support wraps securely around the rack-and-pinion cover and seats perfectly flush against the natural step in the telescope main tube. This dual-surface contact locks the bracket mechanically, preventing it from twisting. It features an integrated pocket for a M4 heat-set insert, giving your autofocusing bracket a second bolting point to help eliminate rotation.