Need help determining the ideal wall thickness for your tube?
Share your intended purpose, with as much detail as possible in the comments below, and we will provide a custom solution that meets your needs.
I will be using this scope for imaging.
For certain scope designs, like Newtonians, where the focuser and imaging equipment exert significant force on the tube's sides, we increase the wall thickness beyond the norm.
Standard hi-gloss clear-coat finish on the tube exterior.
Our Premium carbon fiber tubes are coated with a two-part, automotive-grade urethane that is clear and glossy. To ensure the best quality, the clear coat is baked until fully cured, after which it is polished to a mirror-like finish.
We specifically use a clear coat with excellent UV-blocking agents to minimize the impact of UV radiation on the epoxy resin.
Smooth sanded, nearly ready to paint finish on the tube exterior.
Our sanded, almost ready to paint" tubes are pre-sealed and sanded to 320 grit to make your task of painting much easier.
I would like a flat black painted finish on the interior of the tube.
Flocking or painting a tube interior can become a huge nightmare, let us do the flat black tube interior painting for you. Minimize reflections, vastly reduce glare, and enhance image contrast for breathtaking views of the night sky.
I will be needing holes drilled in the tube.
If you require custom hole layouts in your carbon fiber tube, there will be an additional charge for this service. Rates vary depending on the number of holes and the complexity of the layout. A detailed drawing will be required for quoting.
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Also, if you have guessed at a wall thickness because you are unsure, give us a few details about your project so we can determine the wall thickness for you. Useful information includes scope type, mounting methods, and imaging equipment details.
