Do you have one that supports 20 - 30 degree latitude? And can ship to US?
@horvathtamas34763 ай бұрын
I have platforms only from 30 degrees. It can be used at lower latitudes, but need to be tilted more. I can ship to US. tms-astro.eu/
@jonathanshields20166 ай бұрын
Hi. Do you ship these to the United Kingdom?
@horvathtamas34766 ай бұрын
Hi, yes I can ship to the UK.
@SimonsAstronomy7 ай бұрын
That looks so cool I wish i could buy this
@dksirbharkaun48157 ай бұрын
Very good
@bonesshed.8 ай бұрын
These look well made. Are you still producing them ?
@horvathtamas34768 ай бұрын
Yes, I'm still producing them.
@atlantikbummler11 ай бұрын
Hallo Tamas, I like you design! What diameter do the wheels have? I only found 260mm diameter, but your look smaller.
@horvathtamas347611 ай бұрын
Hello, the wheels are 10" in diameter.
@suborgulag7289 Жыл бұрын
Hello, in another video (maybe the 1st version of the equatorial platform, not sure) I saw that the speed of the motor is preprogrammed. That means that the speed of the motor is related to the arc of the bearing I assume. Would you please explain how you would determine that?
@horvathtamas3476 Жыл бұрын
Hello, the known data is the diameter of the drive cone, which comes from the design. The revolution of the drive cone is 1 rev /24h. The drive cone is driven by a drive wheel, which has a smaller diameter, creating a gear ratio. In most cases, an additional transmission is needed at the motor as well. Therefore, the speed of the motor can be calculated based on the speed of the drive cone and the gears.
@toddhazell925 Жыл бұрын
Greetings Horvath, can you give me the information to this mount as I live in Australia and would love to make this for my 8" Dob. Kindest regards.
@horvathtamas3476 Жыл бұрын
Dear Todd. It is a very old design, and I used it only for few weeks because of it's limitation. For tracking an eq-platform would be a much better choice. tms-astro.webnode.hu/
@davidmcghee7696 Жыл бұрын
Incredible stick welding brother
@davidmcghee7696 Жыл бұрын
Why do all scope dollys have straight up pipe seats for a tripod leg that sets on at a angle?
@horvathtamas3476 Жыл бұрын
I made it for a Dobsonian. Therefore the straight pipe.
@SurfingFLA12 күн бұрын
I have just acquired a Scope Buggy and I would like cylinders that approximate the angle of the tripod legs. Right now, I am going to modify the hubs on some Harbor Freight 13" Wheels so that it rolls easier through the lawn.
@myhoezgit2wrk Жыл бұрын
Very nice!
@wc5723 Жыл бұрын
I know the Hungarian elves are busily building great eq platforms for all the good little dobsonian mount telescopes out there. I'm hoping Uncle Nicholas will come early this year...🎅
@wc5723 Жыл бұрын
Just checking if there might be any updates on shipping of these platforms...
@wc5723 Жыл бұрын
I am looking forward to ordering one of these when available in 2023. I am at 37.5 degrees north latitude in the US so I am hoping you will offer the 3540 model as it would be perfect.
@maximohuenulef Жыл бұрын
What is the name of this antique way?
@horvathtamas3476 Жыл бұрын
I don’t know, sorry. But it can be used very limited. An eq-platform is much better for tracking.
@billkaroly Жыл бұрын
Does the version of the platform depend on how far north or south that I live or where I will be using my scope? I'm in North America, United States and I live in a town called Idaho Falls in the state of Idaho. I also travel to Southern Utah and use my scope there as well. There's several hundred mile difference.
@horvathtamas3476 Жыл бұрын
It is depend on where you would like to use it. Idaho Falls coordinate is around 43 northern latitude, so you should buy the model 4045. From this year it will be possible to order the segments separately, so you can easily change it, and the controller can be adjusted to the other model. It means if you buy a model 4045, you can order annadditional segment set, for example 3035 or something.
@billkaroly Жыл бұрын
Nicely done.
@cattaraugustonawanda4426 Жыл бұрын
Interesting design! I built similar but made a U shaped part that holds the rings and bearings (brass/Teflon in my case) which allows the rings to be opened for removal of the OTA or rotating the OTA easily. I used a lazy Susan bearing to replace the record which turns better than my record allowed. I inserted a tiny 1/4" thrust bearing at the top of the center pivot which also helped the smooth operation. Fun stuff to play with.
@jimmazurek5589 Жыл бұрын
Worst part is the music
@TheJohn48231 Жыл бұрын
Nice work, looks a bit much for me to tackle so I will buy one :)
@horvathtamas3476 Жыл бұрын
There is a new model, check this: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKXainerg5Kda5Y&ab_channel=Horv%C3%A1thTam%C3%A1s
@davydivix Жыл бұрын
Cette table est vraiment excellente. Le suivi en visuel assisté est plutôt bon. J'en acheté une a Horvath Tamas merci a lui
@lisawiese8842 жыл бұрын
I'm really interested in purchasing one of these for an 8" dob. I tried clicking the link you provided below and it seems to not function. What are your prices?
@horvathtamas34762 жыл бұрын
Please try this link: tms-astro.webnode.hu/eq-platform/ For me worked the original link too.
@nataturoiii52312 жыл бұрын
good job
@ADF_Cable2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing build video! Thankyou! I want one!
@horvathtamas34762 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I have made a new design, which can be ordered: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKXainerg5Kda5Y&ab_channel=Horv%C3%A1thTam%C3%A1s tms-astro.webnode.hu/
@mrocean12932 жыл бұрын
Very clever design!
@neilfrancis22682 жыл бұрын
Really tidy design! I love how you used two layers to create a template for your parts as an assembly aid. There was some hand drilling where I couldn't see how the drilling locations were marked - not sure what you did there. I'm an apartment dweller without a workshop and hope to design something like this, using commercial or makespace CNC or 3D printing of an easy-assembly design. The shapes look really sleek, with excess weight cut away - they make plywood sexy. (Though I appreciate all the astronomers who do have manual woodworking skills and home workshops too, who also make very functional platforms!)
@horvathtamas34762 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I have made an advanced design, which is bigger, more stable, and the tracking is more precise. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKXainerg5Kda5Y
@ADF_Cable2 жыл бұрын
I think he used the spikes from the threaded nuts to mark the 4x screw holes for the feet
@LeeeB02 жыл бұрын
Hi, are you still making these?
@horvathtamas34762 жыл бұрын
Hi, from spring it will be available again: tms-astro.webnode.hu/
@federicodifelice2602 жыл бұрын
Hi, very original idea! May I ask you how do you align the rotational motion with the polar? Is there a correct inclination of the shaft? What is the fixed point where the rod must be anchored? Should it be set to 180 ° azimuth? Thanks.
@horvathtamas34762 жыл бұрын
This is an old technic, not my idea. The altitude pivot point of the Dob, and the pivot point of the additional mechanism point to the Polaris. The disadvantage is, that this mechanism can be used only at the Southern sky. I mean from E to W.
@Michael-se6om2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@nkgabisengmafatshe30383 жыл бұрын
Do focus only between 40 to 55 latitude?
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
Currently yes, but in future i want to develop for other latitudes too.
@ManishFrenchStudio3 жыл бұрын
Superb cool telescope 🔭❤️ dear, thank you for informational video... Fully enjoyed 😀💖🎁🎁🎁🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
@epic_playz42833 жыл бұрын
I hate rock.
@blakenorman48223 жыл бұрын
Can you take long exposure images with this?
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
It is designed for visual observing. I don’t do photography.
@wildemas3 жыл бұрын
I know someone using this eq platform. He can reach 5s exposure with a 250/1200. That's pretty good for EEA (Electronically Assisted Astronomy) or lucky imaging !
@Finlaymacnab3 жыл бұрын
@@wildemas 5 second exposure? That seems short.
@wildemas3 жыл бұрын
@@Finlaymacnab it's difficult to have more with an eq platform. 5s is still enough for deap sky with a small sensor.
@bartmiller33373 жыл бұрын
Like many, I am extremely fascinated by what you have constructed here! This is such a simple and elegant approach to basic tracking for a Dob. I understand that an EQ platform is better, but I still want to learn more about this method and replicate it for my telescope. I would just be using it for Southern sky observation from 40 degrees lat. I have researched old methods and can't seem to find anything on this. So, Horvath, is there a name for this method? Who invented it? Your lower pivot point is raised from the base. Is there a calculation for that? Any math or specs you can share with us will be greatly appreciated! Thanks so much for revealing this technique! Well done!
@Slartyfartblarst3 ай бұрын
IIRC this is a Quasi-Equatorial mounted Crawford-Dobsonian telescope. It mimics an equatorial mount, but lacks the rotation aspect that a true equatorial mount demonstrates.
@asteroid4573 жыл бұрын
Very good! What is the reduction ratio of your gearbox?
@gettingpast43913 жыл бұрын
Nice work, how do you reset it?
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
It works automatically. Check the link in the description.
@wood-designs3 жыл бұрын
Best part is the music
@vikapm3 жыл бұрын
That's very clever. I guess the Alt control varies with the declination? Now, if you want to take long exposure shots, you will need to motorize it and compensate the angle variation at the eye piece. Loved the idea.
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
It’s a very very old design. For tracking with dobs is a much better option an eq-platform. kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKXainerg5Kda5Y
@PuddintameXYZ3 жыл бұрын
I am here to add to the voices of the comment section in asking if you have any plans you might share for this.
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
Hello! It's an old design, the plans no more available.
@PuddintameXYZ3 жыл бұрын
@@horvathtamas3476 Aw, too bad. Thanks anyway!
@drewcarruthers7113 жыл бұрын
@@horvathtamas3476 please please please find the plans! who know you might be able to make a few $$
@markstanford23153 жыл бұрын
Looks good, what are the specifications on each model? Do you have one that can handle a 22" dob? at least 150 pounds. What are the prices? Do you have a website?
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
In the past a have made a big platform (called megalodon), but the demand was very low. Currently a have no website, only a facebook page: facebook.com/Tms-astro-532732757170654/
@champifun23 жыл бұрын
Very well done! Where I can find / buy the blueprint?
@PuddintameXYZ3 жыл бұрын
Seconded
@drewcarruthers7113 жыл бұрын
Seconded again
@PuddintameXYZ3 жыл бұрын
@@drewcarruthers711 See other comment by myself. He doesn't have the plans anymore
@drewcarruthers7113 жыл бұрын
@@PuddintameXYZ I read and know that - no harm asking again! see my others comments
@PuddintameXYZ3 жыл бұрын
@@drewcarruthers711 👍
@keremtopal18243 жыл бұрын
How can I get this sketch?
@jameslincs3 жыл бұрын
the world needs more information on this design. how do you make it, where do you get the parts? do you sell these?
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
That was just an experiment, i don’t use this mount. A perfect mount with smootly turning is much better solution.
@chardpp3 жыл бұрын
Hello from a fellow Hungarian (well half, on my mother's side). That's a great build. Would you be able to tell me what motor you used?
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
Hi, this is a stepper motor with gearbox. I have a new design, you can check it on facebook: facebook.com/Tms-astro-532732757170654/
@szaki3 жыл бұрын
Skip the crap music!
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
If it’s not your style, not my fault. You can switch off you speaker, while you watch the video.
@szaki3 жыл бұрын
@@horvathtamas3476 When you go to a star party observing , you blast place with hard rock or techno music? Poor soul!
@horvathtamas34763 жыл бұрын
Dear szaki. This is not relevant. I obseving without any music or noise. This is two different thing, don’t mix them.