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  • Takahashi Mewlon 180 - Tri-Bahtinov Mask

Takahashi Mewlon 180 - Tri-Bahtinov Mask

€24.50
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The ultimate precision tool for your Takahashi Mewlon 180. Master the legendary sharpness of Dall-Kirkham optics.

  • 🎯 Dual Diagnostic: Achieve sub-pixel focus and verify collimation in a single glance.
  • 📐 f/12 Optimized: Specifically calculated for the 2160mm focal length of the Mewlon 180.
  • 🛡️ "Tak-Fit" Design: Cap-style fit with soft felt lining to protect your instrument's finish.
  • 💎 Azur3Dprint Exclusive: A high-end solution for a world-class optical instrument.
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Tri-Bahtinov Mask for Takahashi Mewlon 180

Japanese Precision: Focus & Collimation for Dall-Kirkham Systems

The Takahashi Mewlon 180 is renowned for its striking contrast and legendary sharpness. However, its Dall-Kirkham optical design demands extremely fine focusing and perfect collimation to deliver its full potential. Our bespoke Tri-Bahtinov mask is the essential accessory to reach this level of perfection in seconds.

🎯 Takahashi Specific Design

Optimized for the f/12 ratio. Diffraction spikes are calculated to provide maximum clarity despite the long 2160mm focal length.

🛡️ Mechanical Integrity

Custom "Cap-style" fit with soft felt lining. It slides gently onto the front of the tube without leaving a single mark or scratch.

Taming the Mewlon's Collimation

Unlike standard Bahtinov masks, the Tri-Bahtinov version generates three distinct sets of diffraction spikes. For a Mewlon user, this is a strategic advantage: you can diagnose secondary mirror alignment in real-time. If the spikes are not perfectly symmetrical, you immediately know that a micro-collimation adjustment is required.

Our high-precision additive manufacturing ensures rigorous centering of the mask—a mandatory requirement for reliable measurements on an instrument as demanding as the Mewlon 180.

💡 Expert Insight: "Takahashi optics do not tolerate approximations. Because the Mewlon 180 is an open-tube design, it is subject to internal air currents during thermal equilibrium. I recommend using the Tri-Bahtinov mask once the tube is stabilized to lock in sub-pixel focus. This is the key to capturing the finest details in Jupiter’s belts or lunar craters."

— Vincent, Founder of Azur3dprint

Technical Specifications

  • Material: High-density Premium Black PETG (UV and humidity resistant).
  • Compatibility: Exclusive fit for Takahashi Mewlon 180 (specific outer diameter).
  • Protection: Integrated soft felt lining as standard.
  • Workflow: Fully compatible with FireCapture, SharpCap, and ASIAIR imaging platforms.
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Type de filament
Petg
Colour
Black
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