R&P Focuser Tension Adjustment

Jun 30, 2025 by WO Team

There’s two side to build R&P focuser tension:

BUTTON / Rack & Pinion Gear

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  • Quick tension adjustment knob
  • Smoothness adjustment - Pull in (3mm Hex)
  • Smoothness adjustment - Push out (2mm Hex)
  • Top cover screw Can be removed to attach the electronic devices such as EAF (refer to Installing EAF)
  • Please Don’t Touch

TOP / Focuser Draw Tube

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  • Focuser Draw Tube Tension Screws Please Don’t Touch
  • Guider/Finder bracket mounting screws (2.5mm Hex)
 
Notice
  • When operating the telescope with a motorized focuser, do not overtighten the focuser tension. Excessive tension may damage the focuser mechanism.
  • Only adjust focuser smoothness if necessary. Incorrect adjustments may affect focusing accuracy or cause mechanical issues.
  • Make small and slow adjustments. Do not turn anything too much at once.
 
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