Great welcome to the darkness but brightness of space. I still use and enjoy my SLT130. Clear skys and remember to look up and enjoy the view from our Blue Marble.
I enjoy your easy to follow videos and am learning a lot from you, thanks for all your uploads, Chris. Coincidentally, I am getting the same mount as you, the AVX, should be here in a few weeks.
@@Dawgs241 get a 2x or 3x Barlow lens and a lens of your presence between 3mm and 7mm. Color filters can help to view more details on planets but it’s not necessary. I highly recommend a moon filter though bc the moon is very overpowering during its 3/4 4/4 phase. I use a 3x Barlow and 7mm lens and also a 2x Barlow and 6mm lens for planets.
Hi, Chris. I Googled "How do I adapt a SLT 130 to a CGEM II mount", since I'm waiting for an OTA I want to come available, and your video was what came up. I was amazed that someone else had done it already. Now I'm just trying to find rings that will work THAT ARE IN STOCK!! Crazy times we are living in, but thanks for your insight.
I'm glad you watched my video and hoped you found it informative. Yes crazy times hoop the rings come available soon. Remember to look up and enjoy the view from the Blue Marble.
Awesome video, thanks! I’m a newbie so I was hesitating between buying an 130SLT or start directly with OTA and mounts. Looks like 130SLT can be quick modified so it may be a good option then!
Yes I think it's a great option for a newbie it does have its drawbacks on aligning but its defiantly easy to modify, it's also a great scope to help learn the sky once it is aligned.
Hi Chris, I want to thank you for this amazing tutorial that helped me a lot. I would like to ask you how exactly did you add the second finder scope base you have on your ota? Did you drill that directly on the scope? I am thinking of getting one too and was wondering if I shall drill that on the ota or not. Many thanks and keep up the amazing work
I'm glad my videos helped. I did just drill holes and attached it that way but not sure if that's the best way to do it, I don't think it had any bad side effects to doing it that way that i can tell.
You'd need a wedge for the mound so you can polar align it. That's probably why you get trails with that mount. Otherwise it is a decent scope. Edit: I was talking about the old setup. That new mount looks a beauty.
Great video. Thank you so much. I have the same OTA and am really enjoying it. I too am looking at an EQ mount and this adaptation of the OTA makes that transition easier. Can you tell me what you have done to your focuser? I see there is another attachment on the right side. Thank you very much.
Thanks so much for your videos. I’ve made modification to my 130 with your video tutorial for dslr photography and have taken some amazing photos thanks to you! Wondering if you know where else you can purchase the tube rings as they are out of stock on the link you provided and have been for awhile. I just purchased an EQ6r and want to use my SLT on it but it’s not balancing properly. Do you know where else I might be able to track down some tube rings or similar rings? Thanks for posting these videos and hope you have clear skies it’s been cloudy here in NB Canada for months! Snow is almost gone and the telescope is itching to get out!!
Most places are out of stock on quite many astronomy gear parts, for now just keep checking different suppliers for that size rings. Keep looking up and enjoy the view from our Blue Marble.
Can you or anyone tell me why the front mirror is movable? What is the point? If it were fixed, there would be no need for collimation. Unless I'm missing something. Anyone???
Not sure my self but i bet it has something to do with how the secondary mirror is suspended in the tube. The spider vains are not that sturdy like a glass lense is held in place in a refractor telescope. I guess the design is because it expects movement within the arms holding the secondary mirror. But your guess is as good as mine.
Hi my friend thank you for your videos, I have the same telescope and I’m really happy to take the best advantage, can you please help me with a good recommendation of a barlow and 3 eyepieces for start please, I want to buy something very nice to take good pictures of the moon, nebula, maybe planets
I recommend you eyepieces with big field of view, like 68 or 70 FOV. The size of the eyepiece depend on the diameter and focal distance of your scope. The 130 slt has a 5.2" or (130mm) diameter so you can NOT go over 300x in theory, most people suggest going no more than double of the diameter, so 260 x. To know what eyepieces your scope would work with, you have to do this, Divide the focal distance 650 of telescope / focal distance of eyepiece, the result number does not have to be bigger than 300, for instance, an eyepiece of 5mm will give you 130x and if you have a barlow lens 2x it will give you 260x. Again try to find an eyepiece with a big fov, that number you find it in degrees. Your scope has a very good Focal ratio F/5, that is good for either planetary or Deep sky objects like nebulas and galaxies, the lower that number the better for astrophotography. Probably in your city there is an astronomy store, ask them for advice in all accessories you may have, telescopes have too many specification to know. Clear skies...!!!
@@danielricardo3916 Ehi no problem, I learning too, this is an amazing hobby where we learn new things almost everyday, check eyepieces with 70 degrees fov, do not buy very expensive eyepieces over $100 dollars, you can find veery good one under $100 with that FOV. Do not buy the accessory box, is better if you buy accessories as you go, the only good items in it are the 32mm eyepiece, the Barlow 2x and the moon filter, thats it.
scusate non ho intenzione di cambiare il focuser su questo OTA, è troppo costoso per questo scopo. Ma questa non è una cattiva idea nel futuro su un ambito migliore. Non parlo italiano, quindi ho usato un traduttore, spero che abbia funzionato correttamente.
I understand, what size scope can be mounted on this mount that's not a bad idea. It all is on how much every thing weights together OTA, Finder, Guide Scope, and Cameras compared to the Mounts head's payload capacity. In the case of the AVX its capacity is 30 pounds so all the equipment you attach to it can't be over 30 and it's better to stay under that by a couple of pounds or the head starts to not move correctly or sluggish.
Great info, I also liked the DSLR prime focus mod. I'm curious to know if the tube rings helped to reduce flutter in the mount? BTW I made a wedge for my SLT130 out of plywood. It has increased my tracking time to several minutes, however the mount flexing is driving me nuts.
I don't know I never put it on the AVX mount without the rings, or if you mean the SLT mount I have not put it on that mount with the rings it would make it to heavy for the mount.
@@AstroPatio I meant have you noticed more rigidity between the dove tail plate and ota using the rings. The little 3" plate screwed to the OTA always seemed inadequate and allowed for flexing in my opinion. Here's a picture of the SLT wedge which works great. drive.google.com/file/d/1cS0816-kRp0_S5mtrWeYslcVLGmDuX2d/view?usp=sharing
I unfortunately I had to send one back also, the mount stopped working after about 2 weeks but Celestron was excellent on return and sent me a new one rather quickly.
Thanks for your video. I'm new to astronomy and just picked up a Celestron 130 SLT and am enjoying it.
Great welcome to the darkness but brightness of space. I still use and enjoy my SLT130. Clear skys and remember to look up and enjoy the view from our Blue Marble.
I enjoy your easy to follow videos and am learning a lot from you, thanks for all your uploads, Chris.
Coincidentally, I am getting the same mount as you, the AVX, should be here in a few weeks.
Thank you for the videos. I just purchased a 130SLT for my first scope. Your videos will help me a lot. Thanks
Have fun! I think it is a great first scope with the go to mount I think it has helped me learn the night sky a little faster.
@@AstroPatio I believe the scope comes with a 9mm and 25mm lens, what other additional lenses would you recommend?
@@Dawgs241 get a 2x or 3x Barlow lens and a lens of your presence between 3mm and 7mm. Color filters can help to view more details on planets but it’s not necessary. I highly recommend a moon filter though bc the moon is very overpowering during its 3/4 4/4 phase. I use a 3x Barlow and 7mm lens and also a 2x Barlow and 6mm lens for planets.
Thank you, I have a 130slt and recently bought a heq5 mount and was wondering what size tube rings to buy. You answered my question
Hi Chris, could you please make a video of using the 130 slt on the avx mount? Most appreciated!
Hi, Chris. I Googled "How do I adapt a SLT 130 to a CGEM II mount", since I'm waiting for an OTA I want to come available, and your video was what came up. I was amazed that someone else had done it already.
Now I'm just trying to find rings that will work THAT ARE IN STOCK!! Crazy times we are living in, but thanks for your insight.
I'm glad you watched my video and hoped you found it informative. Yes crazy times hoop the rings come available soon. Remember to look up and enjoy the view from the Blue Marble.
What a beauty
Awesome video, thanks! I’m a newbie so I was hesitating between buying an 130SLT or start directly with OTA and mounts. Looks like 130SLT can be quick modified so it may be a good option then!
Yes I think it's a great option for a newbie it does have its drawbacks on aligning but its defiantly easy to modify, it's also a great scope to help learn the sky once it is aligned.
Holly...!!!, you have got a very nice mount, for sure you will be able to track DSOs , Clear skies Chris.
Thank you, this is the only video I have found with someone using a Newtonian similar to mine on that mount!
I have even used a larger 8 in newtonian ota on this mount
Chris Jones very nice, I just hope it can handle the weight of my 5.2 inch plus a dslr
I'm sure it will if its a 5.2. This video explains more about how to determine mount head capacity. ua-cam.com/video/iRAc_E2VYCM/v-deo.html
Looking forward to your new setup.........thanks Chris
You and me both!
That mount with a 11 inch is a little wobbly. 9.25 is a better choice. I use a 6 inch schmidt on mine for astrophotography. Good luck.
Good tip!
Hi Chris, I want to thank you for this amazing tutorial that helped me a lot. I would like to ask you how exactly did you add the second finder scope base you have on your ota? Did you drill that directly on the scope? I am thinking of getting one too and was wondering if I shall drill that on the ota or not. Many thanks and keep up the amazing work
I'm glad my videos helped. I did just drill holes and attached it that way but not sure if that's the best way to do it, I don't think it had any bad side effects to doing it that way that i can tell.
@@AstroPatio Awesome! Thanks a lot for letting me know!
Curious what the specs are for the bolts used to attach the rings. Any chance of a link? Thanks
You'd need a wedge for the mound so you can polar align it. That's probably why you get trails with that mount.
Otherwise it is a decent scope.
Edit: I was talking about the old setup. That new mount looks a beauty.
I've used my avx mount with a 11 inch sct and it was little to much vibration in it. Thanks for the video.
Nice to know thanks.
I have this OTA sitting in the corner...I kinda want to stick this on my EQ6-R now...
I would recommend doing so it it's great for a wider angle. Clear Sky's and keep looking up and enjoying the view from our Blue Marble.
How do you like this so far? Do you have another video of pictures made with this mount?
Thanks for the video.
Thanks for the video!!
You bet!
Great video. Thank you so much. I have the same OTA and am really enjoying it. I too am looking at an EQ mount and this adaptation of the OTA makes that transition easier. Can you tell me what you have done to your focuser? I see there is another attachment on the right side. Thank you very much.
Its the original focuser i have just added a manual electronic focus motor. See my video about the Orion Accufocuser.
@@AstroPatio Thanks> I actually found that video after I posted this comment. I have ordered the same focuser :). thanks, heaps
Very nice telescope!
Thanks so much for your videos. I’ve made modification to my 130 with your video tutorial for dslr photography and have taken some amazing photos thanks to you! Wondering if you know where else you can purchase the tube rings as they are out of stock on the link you provided and have been for awhile. I just purchased an EQ6r and want to use my SLT on it but it’s not balancing properly. Do you know where else I might be able to track down some tube rings or similar rings? Thanks for posting these videos and hope you have clear skies it’s been cloudy here in NB Canada for months! Snow is almost gone and the telescope is itching to get out!!
Most places are out of stock on quite many astronomy gear parts, for now just keep checking different suppliers for that size rings. Keep looking up and enjoy the view from our Blue Marble.
I just found the tube rings with first light optics, they are from UK. Google them. The rings arrived with no problems to Mexico and in just 4 days.
Can you or anyone tell me why the front mirror is movable? What is the point? If it were fixed, there would be no need for collimation.
Unless I'm missing something.
Anyone???
Not sure my self but i bet it has something to do with how the secondary mirror is suspended in the tube. The spider vains are not that sturdy like a glass lense is held in place in a refractor telescope. I guess the design is because it expects movement within the arms holding the secondary mirror. But your guess is as good as mine.
Hi my friend thank you for your videos, I have the same telescope and I’m really happy to take the best advantage, can you please help me with a good recommendation of a barlow and 3 eyepieces for start please, I want to buy something very nice to take good pictures of the moon, nebula, maybe planets
I recommend you eyepieces with big field of view, like 68 or 70 FOV. The size of the eyepiece depend on the diameter and focal distance of your scope. The 130 slt has a 5.2" or (130mm) diameter so you can NOT go over 300x in theory, most people suggest going no more than double of the diameter, so 260 x. To know what eyepieces your scope would work with, you have to do this, Divide the focal distance 650 of telescope / focal distance of eyepiece, the result number does not have to be bigger than 300, for instance, an eyepiece of 5mm will give you 130x and if you have a barlow lens 2x it will give you 260x. Again try to find an eyepiece with a big fov, that number you find it in degrees. Your scope has a very good Focal ratio F/5, that is good for either planetary or Deep sky objects like nebulas and galaxies, the lower that number the better for astrophotography. Probably in your city there is an astronomy store, ask them for advice in all accessories you may have, telescopes have too many specification to know. Clear skies...!!!
E V thank you 🙏🏻 for your time to explain me this. I’m new with my telescope and I’m trying to buy the right accessories
That's a better answer than I could have given I'm not really up on all that kind of information, and I learned something also.
Chris Jones you still have the same telescope celestron nexstar 130slt? I like your mount is awesome
@@danielricardo3916 Ehi no problem, I learning too, this is an amazing hobby where we learn new things almost everyday, check eyepieces with 70 degrees fov, do not buy very expensive eyepieces over $100 dollars, you can find veery good one under $100 with that FOV. Do not buy the accessory box, is better if you buy accessories as you go, the only good items in it are the 32mm eyepiece, the Barlow 2x and the moon filter, thats it.
So, if I try the same with a 127 SLT (which is catadioptric maksutov), is it likely to work?
I think it wont work with the catadioptric more than likley mess things up.
What screws did you used instead of original?
Sorry I did not list it, Hex drive socket cap screw 1/4 thread size 3/4 length I think.
Hi Chris. Did you manage to get long exposures with this assembly
yes quite a lot longer 2 and 3 min exposure so far.
Where is the Ota serial number located on a scope?
I cant find one, so if there is one they hid it pretty well.
Scusa ma come si monta il focheggiatore potresti fare un video
scusate non ho intenzione di cambiare il focuser su questo OTA, è troppo costoso per questo scopo. Ma questa non è una cattiva idea nel futuro su un ambito migliore. Non parlo italiano, quindi ho usato un traduttore, spero che abbia funzionato correttamente.
@@AstroPatio you didn't say to change the focuser but I would like to understand the tops you can mount you could make a video
I understand, what size scope can be mounted on this mount that's not a bad idea. It all is on how much every thing weights together OTA, Finder, Guide Scope, and Cameras compared to the Mounts head's payload capacity. In the case of the AVX its capacity is 30 pounds so all the equipment you attach to it can't be over 30 and it's better to stay under that by a couple of pounds or the head starts to not move correctly or sluggish.
Awesome video. Tks
Glad you liked it! Hope it had some information you were looking for.
Great info, I also liked the DSLR prime focus mod. I'm curious to know if the tube rings helped to reduce flutter in the mount?
BTW I made a wedge for my SLT130 out of plywood. It has increased my tracking time to several minutes, however the mount flexing is driving me nuts.
I don't know I never put it on the AVX mount without the rings, or if you mean the SLT mount I have not put it on that mount with the rings it would make it to heavy for the mount.
@@AstroPatio I meant have you noticed more rigidity between the dove tail plate and ota using the rings. The little 3" plate screwed to the OTA always seemed inadequate and allowed for flexing in my opinion. Here's a picture of the SLT wedge which works great. drive.google.com/file/d/1cS0816-kRp0_S5mtrWeYslcVLGmDuX2d/view?usp=sharing
Yes the OTA is more sturdy on the mount head with the distribution of contact with the rings.
I had this scope. After 3 hours i had the Error "no response 16". I sent it back.
I unfortunately I had to send one back also, the mount stopped working after about 2 weeks but Celestron was excellent on return and sent me a new one rather quickly.
Nice