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KENDRICK DEW REMOVER SYSTEM

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PAGE CONTENTS
  • The Controllers
        
  • Premier
  • DigiFire 10
  • DigiFire 7
  • Standard
  • NEW! FireLite
  • The Heaters
        
  • Premier Heaters
  • FireFly Heaters
  • NEW! FireLite Heaters
  • NEW! FireLite Camera-Cozy Package
  • The Dewcaps
        
  • Flexible Dewcaps (page redirect)
  • Heated Dewcaps (page redirect)
  • How to Use the System
  • Power Requirements
  • Amp Hour Ratings
  • Fitting Dimensions
  • Product Photos
  • Testimonials

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    Please note that when considering the purchase of the Kendrick Dew Remover System, you will need to purchase one of our controllers along with the heaters. The heaters do not operate without one.

    The Kendrick Dew Remover System has been the industry standard for effective dew removal and prevention on all optical surfaces where moisture condensation is a problem. Kendrick is the original innovator of these systems and we continue to lead the marketplace with our innovative product design and concepts. Our system has heaters for almost all the optical components used in amateur astronomy, several controllers with different levels of functionality and is the most sophisticated on the market.

    Repeated field testing on many types of optical surfaces under many conditions and our thousands of satisfied customers has proven the effectiveness of our product over and over. Amongst other things, our system has these attractive features:

    1. It is energy efficient. Our controllers use almost zero power except for that required to illuminate the LEDs (which is VERY little!). Rather than use energy, our controllers actually conserve battery power by having programmable settings to control the heaters for precise application of heat. The systems are programmable with variable duty cycle, temperature variance, dewpoint variance or set temperature, depending on which controller you use.
    2. It is lightweight.
    3. It is high quality. We use only the best quality components in our system. We do not compromise on the integrity or performance capabilities of our product.
    4. It will keep every optical surface you are using free of moisture in many different circumstances.

    Kendrick Dew Controllers
    Premier Digital Controller
    Top of the Line!
    DigiFire 10
    Temperature Sensing
    100% digital, 6 output
    DigiFire 7
    100% digital
    4 channel control, 6 output
    Standard Controller
    The Original! 4 output
    NEW! FireLite Controller
    Tiny, Lightweight, Effective
    and Inexpensive!

    Controller feature comparison
    Adobe PDF Format feature_chart.pdf 22.9KB

     PREMIER DEW CONTROLLER  

    THE #2002 PREMIER DIGITAL CONTROLLER
    OUR TOP OF THE LINE CONTROLLER!

    We are pleased to announce the introduction of our new digital PREMIER POWER CONTROLLER. It is the most advanced controller of its type available with many new features not seen before. For you astro imagers out there, the Premier controller is completely RFI (radio frequency clean) free.

    Since the introduction of the Kendrick Dew Remover System in 1994, we have had many requests for a more advanced controller. These customers have wanted more control over the heaters on their telescopes. We have taken it one step further and have provided a platform that will offer centralized power management of telescope accessories and dew prevention heaters.

    Now, various devices, accessories and heaters can be powered and controlled from one central device. Now, not only heaters, but accessories such as Dobsonian cooling fans, digital setting circles, illuminated eyepieces, Telescope motor drives, Astro Systems Dewguard secondary mirror heaters, motorized focusers etcetera can be powered from the controller (Some plug modification may be required).

    When used for dew prevention, the PREMIER POWER CONTROLLER is programmable over a number of different parameters explained under PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS.

    The controller's many new features are:

    1. Built in low voltage cut-off (Outputs 1 through 5 only).
    2. RFI (radio frequency interference) free. Absolutely necessary if you are into digital imaging!
    3. LED display.
    4. LED brightness control.
    5. Temperature/Humidity sensing and control on two outputs.
    6. Your choice of Fahrenheit or Celsius operation.
    7. 6 outputs (2 of which are constant on).
    8. LED power on indicators for outputs 1 through 5.
    9. Outputs 1 through 4 are individually programmable.
    10. Numerical Keypad entry of operating parameters for utmost control of your settings.
    11. Remote control, programming and monitoring capability (optional software purchase required).
    12. Sensor readouts to show ambient air temperature, optic temperature, dewpoint temperature, humidity in %, battery voltage.
    13. The ability to enable or disable outputs (output #6 cannot be disabled).
    14. The ability to save up to 4 different configurations.
    15. A beautiful brushed stainless steel case.
    16. An optional brushed stainless steel cradle that connects to your tripod or Dobsonian telescope.
    17. Temperature sensors are calibrated. Combined errrors from uncalibrated ambient and optic temperature sensors can be significant.

    The 2002 Premier Power Controller Package includes:

    1. The controller itself
    2. One temperature/humidity sensor for sensing ambient air temperature/humidity.
    3. One temperature cable for sensing optic air temperature. Additional cables may be purchased.
    4. A lanyard for hanging the controller.
    5. An instruction manual.

    PROGRAMMABLE FUNCTIONS
    Depending on the package purchased, the Premier Controller is programmable in the following parameters:

    1. Duty Cycle. Outputs 1 through 4 can be individually programmed to operate anywhere from 10% to 100% on.
    2. Temperature variance. Outputs 1 and 2 can be individually programmed to operate within a user specified temperature variance (ie: 5º above air temperature).
    3. Dewpoint variance. Outputs 1 and 2 can be individually programmed to operate within a user specified temperature variance (ie: 5º above dewpoint).
    4. Set temperature. Outputs 1 and 2 can be individually programmed to operate at a user specified set temperature. This function is useful if you have a device that needs to kept at a specific temperature for optimal performance.
    5. Outputs 1 and 2 can be programmed to mirror one another. For example, if output #1 has been programmed to operate at 7º above dewpoint, then output #2 would come on and turn off at the same time as #1.
    6. Enable/Disable. Outputs 1 through 5 can be set to on or off at any time. This is useful if, for example, you are running fans to aid in cooling your optics and you want them shut off.
    7. LED brightness. The LED Display can be set anywhere from a low setting for nightime use to bright for daytime use.

    REMOTE CONTROL

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    We have developed software that will allow the controller to be programmed and monitored remotely from a PC. You have all the usual programming functions available to you and the software has an intuitive user interface that makes it easy to program and monitor the controller. The software will create a log file that can be imported into a spreadsheet program. This is useful should you have any reason or need to determine the operational functionality of the controller or heaters.

    Downloadable upgrades for the software will be available on-line.

    The software is an option and is not provided with the controller. We provide the necessary cable to connect the controller to your computer. You can extend the reach of the cable using a standard telephone extension cable.

    System Requirements for this software are:

    • PC with a Pentium-class processor with available COM port. Pentium 90 or higher processor recommended.
    • Microsoft Windows 98 or later operating system. Microsoft Windows NT 4.0 requires SP3 or later.
    • 24 MB of RAM (32 MB recommended).
    • Hard-disk space required: 10 MB.CD-ROM drive.
    • VGA or higher-resolution monitor; Super VGA recommended.
    • VB6 SP5 runtime environment (included).
    • Cross-over RS232 cable (included).
    • Kendrick PREMIER POWER CONTROLLER

    Premier Controller Remote Control Software - New Version 2.1!
    Registered users are invited to contact us for an upgrade to this latest version of the software.

    NOTE: This application requires the special crossover RS232 cable that is used to connect the controller to your computer. You can either order the cable from us (2002-RS232), or you can make up your own able using the pin-out description in the following diagram:

    RECOMMENDED SETTINGS & CONFIGURATIONS
    The PREMIER POWER CONTROLLER comes with a factory default settings of outputs 1 to 4 at 75% duty cycle and the temperature display in Celsius.

    Temperature Variance: Initially use a variance of 5 to 7º F when programming outputs 1 or 2 to function at a temperature above ambient or dewpoint.

    Premier Controller Users Manual
    Adobe PDF Format premiercontroller_manual.pdf 464KB

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     DIGIFIRE 10 CONTROLLER  
    THE #2001-10 DigiFire 10 TEMPERATURE SENSING CONTROLLER
    DIGITAL TEMPERATURE SENSING, 6 OUTPUTS Features & Specifications:

    • 100% digital operation.
    • RFI (radio frequency interference) free. Absolutely necessary if you are into digital imaging!
    • 6 outputs.
    • 2 outputs programmable for temperature sensing. Set these two outputs to keep your chosen optical surfaces anywhere from 1° to 10°C above ambient temperature. (Only one optic sensor is included with the controller. Ambient air sensor in included). The remaining 2 programmable outputs can be programmed to operate on duty cycle. Or, use all 4 on duty cycle.
    • All four outputs are programmable in duty cycle if you choose, from 0 to 100% in 10% increments.
    • Low voltage cut-off. Protect your battery from being to deeply discharged
    • Run 12 VDC accessories or heaters from the 2 dedicated 12 volt outputs. For example, run cooling fans, computerized setting circles, DewGuard secondary mirror heaters etc.
    • Firmware upgradeable.
    • Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
    • Reverse polarity protection.
    • Brushed stainless steel case.
    • Really simple to use!
    • Dimensions: 5.5" L x 3" W x 1" H
    • 1 Year warranty, including sensors
    • Temperature sensors are calibrated. Combined errrors from uncalibrated ambient and optic temperature sensors can be significant.
    • Includes 1 ambient temperature sensor, 1 optic sensor and Velcro tab.

    Includes a velcro attachment so that the controller can be attached to scope, tripod, etc. An optional lanyard (#2002-LNYRD) is also available for anyone preferring to hang their controller or protect it from scratches, dings and nicks.

    DigiFire 10 Users Manual
    Adobe PDF Format digifire10_manual.pdf 195KB

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     DIGIFIRE 7 CONTROLLER  
    THE #2001-7 DigiFire 7 CONTROLLER
    DIGITAL 4 CHANNEL CONTROL, 6 OUTPUTS

    Features & Specifications

    • 100% digital operation. No potentiometers or analog parts here and calling our controllers digital!
    • RFI (radio frequency interference) free. Absolutely necessary if you are into digital imaging!
    • 6 outputs, four programmable, two at 12 volts constant.
    • Each programmable output may be programmed individually in duty cycle from 0 to 100% in 10% increments.
    • Low voltage cut-off. Protect your battery from being to deeply discharged.
    • Run 12 VDC accessories or heaters from the 2 dedicated 12 volt outputs. For example, run cooling fans, computerized setting circles, DewGuard secondary mirror heaters etc.
    • Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
    • Reverse polarity protection.
    • Brushed stainless steel case.
    • Really simple to use!
    • Dimensions: 5.5" L x 3" W x 1" H
    • 1 Year warranty.
    • Includes velcro tab.

    DigiFire 7 Users Manual
    Adobe PDF Format digifire7_manual.pdf 182KB

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     STANDARD CONTROLLER  
    THE #2001 Model VI STANDARD CONTROLLER
    Our original. The one that started it all and still going strong!

    The 2001 Model VI is a simple, easy to use, compact, lightweight controller. The power cord is 6' long and has a fused cigarette lighter plug. There are four RCA jacks on this controller to plug your heaters into. With the addition of an RCA splitter cord, 5 to 6* heaters can be attached. This would allow the operator, for example, to use heaters for the main objective, both ends of a finder or guide scope and a Telrad.

    The power output from the 2001 Model VI controller can be varied from 40% to 100%. As the standard controller is a duty cycle switch, it controls the power getting to your heaters by shutting it on and off many times each minute. When the standard controller is set on low, the heaters will continue to draw the same amount of current, only 40% of the time. Low to medium is the recommended setting for most observing conditions.

    Owners of 14" and 12" SCTs need to be aware that you will need one 2001 controller for the main objective heater and another controller for any other heaters you wish to operate. The heaters for these size scopes max out the capability of the 2001 controller.

    Features & Specifications:

    • Rugged Aluminum Construction (powder coated black).
    • Adjustable 40% to 100% duty cycle heater control.
    • Fused and reverse polarity protected.
    • RFI (radio frequency interference) filtered around 1 Mhz. Your camera may experience RFI if it operates outside of the 1Mhz range. Check your cameras manual or contact the manufacturer to determine the operating range.
    • Pulse Width Modulation duty cycle control.
    • 4 outputs.
    • 7 amp capacity, (will require upgrade from 5 amp to 7 amp fuse).
    • LED Power on indicator.
    • Supplied Velcro for easy attachment to your scope.
    • 12 VDC operation (sorry, no 120 volt operation).
    • Dimensions: 3.5" x 2.25" x 1.25" (1.75" with knob).
    • 1 Year warranty

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     FIRELITE CONTROLLER  
    NEW! THE FIRELITE CONTROLLER

    Our newest controller! FireLite Controller

    The FireLite Controller is the newest addition to our controller line and represents a new family of controllers and heaters for Kendrick. Designed for Astronomers and Astrophotographers who want the ultimate in lightweight, compact, Grab'n'Go gear. Ideal for use with small telescopes and DSLR Cameras.

    Why does it represent a "new family of controllers and heaters"? Due to the very compact design of this controller, we have had to go a totally new connector for the heaters. For this reason we have created a new heater line to go with this controller, the FireLite Heaters.

    Due to its size, the FireLite does have some limitations. Those limitations are:

  • It has a maximum load capacity of 1.5 amps.
  • Room for two heaters only.
  • It can only be used with our FireLite (NOT Premier or FireFly) heaters. The FireLite heaters have a special connector that will allow them to connect to the FireLite controller.

    Features & Specifications:

    • Extremely compact. 57mm L x 34mm W x 11mm H
    • Weight (including power cord and plug)...60 grams.
    • Incremental 20% duty cycle heater control.
    • Fused and reverse polarity protected.
    • 2 outputs.
    • 1.5 amp capacity.
    • LED Power on indicator.
    • Low voltage cut-off control.
    • 12 VDC operation.
    • One button control. Very Simple!
    • Dimensions: 3.5" x 2.25" x 1.25" (1.75" with knob).
    • 1 Year warranty

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     PREMIER HEATERS  
    We now offer heaters for the eyepieces used in bino-viewers. Instead of having two cables going to your controller, you can now have only one! These heaters are available in two sizes. For eyepieces with a barrel diameter up to 1.5" (40mm) we recommend the 2005-B1 binoviewer heater. For eyepieces wider than 1.5" (40mm) we recommend the 2005-B2 binoviewer heater.

    The heaters have been built to use only as much power as necessary and thereby not waste energy. They have sponge insulation on one side to prevent heat being lost into the atmosphere. The heat is directed into the optics instead and because of this, less energy is needed to keep your optics moisture free.

    The heaters wrap around your objectives, label side out and are held in place by elastic/Velcro attachments. Telrad heaters are held in place with an elastic band. The heaters for secondary mirrors are placed on the backside of the secondary and can be held in place by using the polyester batting found inside the secondary mirror holder. The .965/1.25", 1.25/2" and 2" are considered eyepiece heaters. The 1.25/2" and 2" are also heaters for camera lenses and certain binoculars.

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    Kendrick Bino-viewer Heater Elements
    Kendrick Optical Tube, Control Pad and Computer Heater Elements
    NEW Wrap-around Secondary Mirror Heater
    Kendrick Secondary Mirror Heater Elements
    Astro Systems Electronic, Temperature Sensing, Secondary Mirror Heater Elements. More info here
    Kendrick Primary Mirror Heater Elements

     

     FIREFLY HEATERS  
    Kendrick's new FireFly heaters are designed for the astronomer who requires a dew prevention system that is both economical in price and power. Although unable to perform up to the high standards as our original Premier brand of heaters, astronomers and anyone else requiring heated optics for dew prevention can depend on our FireFly heaters to perform under all but the most demanding observing conditions. Note that if your observing site gets temperatures that approach freezing on the nights you like to observe, you should consider the Premier line of heaters.

    Having lower power requirements than our Premier heater line, these heaters will extend the life of your battery between charges. Using a different heater technology but operating under the same principle as our Premier line of heaters, these heaters will mildly disperse heat into your optics without compromising the figure of your telescope or camera optics.

    As well, because of our unique manufacturing process, the FireFly heaters will direct their heat into your optics instead of losing it into the atmosphere. We have had these heaters independently tested for heat transmission and the resulting images below clearly show the effectiveness of our build technology. These heaters are very effective in directing most of the heat into the optics which is important if dew is to be prevented.

    AN IMPORTANT NOTE: Some competing manufacturers of low wattage heaters make claims that their heaters, with half the wattage of our Premier line of heaters, will perform just as well as our Premier heaters, and at a much lower price! Well, this is true to a point but once you get down to temperatures approaching freezing, forget it, it just ain't gonna happen! You cannot escape the laws of Physics. Half the wattage means half the power, end of story. We make no such claims about our FireFly heaters. They do have their limitations.


    The above image shows the outward facing surface of a Firefly heater.

    The above image shows the inside, or optic heating side of a FireFly heater. This surface shows a +20º C difference from the outward facing surface proving the effectiveness of our manufacturing process in directing the heat into your optics.

    We use high quality Velcro, elastic and connectors with these heaters. All the FireFly heaters come branded with our permanent, white identification label for easy identification in the field.

    Item No.HeaterWattageAmperage
    2003-FFRTelrad Heater20.2
    2004-FFR.965 Heater20.2
    2005-FFR1.25 Heater30.2
    2006-FFR 2 Heater40.3
    2007-FFR3 Heater60.5
    2008-FFR4 Heater70.6
    2009-FFR5 Heater80.6
    2010-FFR6 Heater90.7
    2011-FFR7/8 Heater141.1
    2012-FFR9/10 Heater171.3
    2013-FFR11 Heater181.4
    2014-FFR12 Heater201.6
    2015-FFR14/16 Heater231.8
    2005-B1-FFRBino-viewer Heaters for eyepieces up to 1.5 inch barrel diameter.60.5
    2005-B2-FFRBino-viewer Heaters for eyepieces over 1.5 inch barrel diameter.80.6

    One year limited warranty. Warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials. Normal wear and tear are not covered. Tampering, misuse and abuse voids the warranty. See our return policy for a full explanation of our warranties and return policies.

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     FIRELITE HEATERS  

    AVAILABLE JUNE

    Kendrick's new FireLite heaters are designed for use with our new FireLite Controller. They have the special connector that allows them to connect to the FireLite controller (shown in the image to the right). It is important to note that any anti-dew heater with a RCA connector (this includes our Premier and FireFly heaters) will not connect with this controller.

    IMPORTANT! The maximum amperage capacity of this controller is 1.5 amps. What does this mean? Basically it means that you will have to choose your heaters carefully, otherwise you will end up blowing fuses. All the heaters offered in the FireLite line are 1.5 amps or less. If you want to use two heaters with the FireLite controller, you will have to make sure that the total amperage of the two heaters does not exceed 1.5 amps. The amperage of the heaters is shown in the chart below.

    Like all our other heaters, the FireFly heaters will direct their heat into your optics instead of losing it into the atmosphere. We use the same construction methods and materials as our Premier and FireFly heaters. These heaters are very effective in directing most of the heat into the optics which is important if dew is to be prevented.

    So where do these heaters and the FireLite controller excel? See the partial list below:

    • Anyone who wants to travel light with a small telescope.
    • Anyone who uses a DSLR camera for astrophotography.
    • Anyone who wants an inexpensive dew control system.
    • Anyone who wants a compact lightweight solution for smallish optics where weight and balance are of importance (ie: Dobsonain secondary mirrors, finders, etc).
    • Item No.HeaterWattageAmperage
      2003-FLTelrad Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 12" (30 cm) lead wire.20.2
      2004-FL.965 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 12" (30 cm) lead wire.20.2
      2005-FL1.25 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 12" (30 cm) lead wire.30.2
      2006-FL2 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 12" (30 cm) lead wire.40.3
      2007-FL3 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 18" (46 cm) lead wire.60.5
      2008-FL4 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 18" (46 cm) lead wire.70.6
      2009-FL5 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 18" (46 cm) lead wire.80.6
      2010-FL6 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 36" (92 cm) lead wire.90.7
      2011-FL7/8 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 36" (92 cm) lead wire.141.1
      2012-FL9/10 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 36" (92 cm) lead wire.171.3
      2013-FL11 Heater with FireLite connector. Comes with 36" (92 cm) lead wire.181.4
      2005-B1-FLBino-viewer Heaters for eyepieces up to 1.5 inch barrel diameter. With FireLite connector.60.5
      2005-B2-FLBino-viewer Heaters for eyepieces over 1.5 inch barrel diameter. With FireLite connector.80.6

      These heaters come with standard wire lengths of 12", 18" or 36", as indicated above. If you require a different length wire, you must contact Kendrick. Our maximum length lead wire is 36" (92 cm) and we only have the three lengths.

      One year limited warranty. Warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials. Normal wear and tear are not covered. Tampering, misuse and abuse voids the warranty. See our return policy for a full explanation of our warranties and return policies.

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       FIRELITE CAMERA-COZY PACKAGE  

      The Camera-Cozy package is an excellent, inexpensive, lightweight solution to dew prevention for anyone doing astrophotography with a DSLR Camera.

      The package includes everything you need to keep your camera dry. You get the FireLite controller, a camera lens heater (for lenses up to 3" in diameter) and the DSLR Body Sock. The body sock is not heated but is constructed of cloth covered, waterproof neoprene. The sock also has two pockets, one to hold the controller and a second to hold the shutter remote control.

      The loose fitting sock, which is anchored over the camera lens, can be easily lifted over the camera body to give access to the LCD Display, buttons, plugs and camera controls. The Camera-Cozy Body Sock may also be purchased separately, without the heater and controller.

      Purchased individually, this package would cost you $114.00. Purchased as a package, you save $19.00!

       

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       HOW TO USE THE SYSTEM  
      Put your heaters in place at the beginning of an observing session with the standard controller at or near its lowest setting. This should be good enough for most observing sessions. The high setting is only recommended for removing moisture already collected on your objectives or for cold winter nights. If moisture has formed on your optics, put the standard controller on high and wait 15 to 30 minutes for the optics to warm up. SCTs should clear by then, refractors can have excess moisture removed with a tissue. You can then reset the standard controller to a lower setting.

       POWER REQUIREMENTS  
      We recommend, as a minimum, that a 12 amp hour rechargeable battery be used with this system. For individuals wanting to use household current, we have a 120v converter that put out 12v DC at 4.5 amps. We also have a converter that is rated at 10 amps output for. This is recommended for anyone with large power requirements.

      For information on our 12v 18 amp hour deep cycle battery see the Kendrick Power Pack.

      If you are planning to use your own battery, it is recommended that a deep cycle battery be used. If you are using household current it must be transformed to 12vDC and your transformer must be rated for the amp requirements of your system : if your system draws 1.5 amps, then your transformer must be rated for at least 1.5 amps.

       

       AMP HOUR RATINGS  
      Please bear in mind that the following table of amp hour ratings is to be considered accurate only if the standard controller is set at high. Under normal operating conditions these ratings can be reduced by 40% to 60% as the normal standard controller setting is medium to low.

      NOTE: Please keep in mind that the standard controller is fused at 5 Amps and you cannot put a higher load on it without blowing the fuse. Looking at the Amp Hour Ratings table, one can see that certain combinations of heaters will go over 5 Amps. In that case more than one controller will be required since the total load on a single controller should not exceed 5 Amps.

      Telrad Heater 0.4
      Telrad Finder Heater 0.2
      .965" 0.2
      1.25" 0.2
      2" 0.3
      3" 0.8
      4" 0.9
      5" 1.2
      6" 1.4
      7-8" 1.5
      10" 1.9
      11" 2.3
      12" 2.6
      14-16" 4.1
          
      Diagonal Mirror Heaters
      S2 0.2
      S3 0.3
      S4 0.7
      Primary Mirror Heaters
      P8 0.8
      P10 0.9
      P12 2.6
      P16 4.5
      Others
      Control Pad Heater 0.6
      Laptop Heater 3.0
      Eyepiece box heater 0.8

       FITTING DIMENSIONS  

      The table below will help you to determine which heater is the right one for you scope.

      .965" for .965" eyepieces and finder scope eyepieces
      1.25" for 1.25" eyepieces
      2" For 2" eyepieces, 50 mm finder scope objectives, smaller camera lenses. Can also be used on 1.25" oculars but a bit big. To use on 1.25" oculars just slip heater off 2" eyepiece and hang over 1.25" eyepiece.
      3" will fit 3.5" to 5" OD (90mm to 130mm OD)
      4" will fit 5" to 5.5" OD (130mm to 145mm OD)
      5" will fit 5.5" to 6.5" OD (140mm to 165mm OD)
      6" will fit 6.5" to 8" OD (165mm to 200mm OD)
      7/8" For Meade 7" refractor, 7" Maksutov-Cassegrain, 8" SCT, Celestron C8, Astro Physics 7" Refractor. Will fit 8" to 9.5" OD (200mm to 250mm OD)
      9/10" For Celestron C9.25, Meade 10". Will fit 10" to 12.5" OD (250mm to 310mm OD)
      11" For Celestron C11. Will fit 12.5" to 13.5" OD (310mm to 340mm)
      12" For Meade 12 SCT. Will fit 13.5" to 15.5" OD (340mm to 400mm OD)
      14/16" For Celestron C14 & Meade 16" SCT. Will fit 15.5" to 18" OD (400mm to 460mm OD)
      S2 For Newtonian secondary mirrors with a minor axis of 1.83" to 2.14"
      S3 For Newtonian secondary mirrors with a minor axis of 2.60" to 3.50"
      S4 For Newtonian secondary mirrors with a minor axis of 4.00" and up
      P8 For Newtonian 8" primary mirrors
      P10 For Newtonian 10" primary mirrors
      P12 For Newtonian 12" to 14" primary mirrors
      P16 For Newtonian 15" to 18" primary mirrors
      lap top computer heater For all lap top computers, can also be used on for desktop CPUs that are exposed to cold temperatures. Also makes a great seat warmer!
      GoTo Telescope Control Pad Heater For LX200, Nexstar & other GoTo Telescope hand held control pads. Keeps control pads working in cold winter temperatures.
      Eyepiece box heater For eyepiece and accessory boxes. Can also be used as a seat warmer.

       PRODUCT PHOTOS  



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    Phone 416 762 7946 Fax 416 762 2765