Connect A to B
By far the most common type of adapter we make is that elusive piece to connect device A to device B. Just let us know what is to be connected to what, and chances are we have made the adapter before and we know precisely the kind of thread or dovetail that is needed at each end. Even if we have not made that exact one, we probably have the specifications for each end in our extensive knowledge base, and can make just the adapter you need.

Adapters for Astrophotography
Do you need a T-threaded ring to setup your digital camera on the telescope? A specially machined adapter to rigidly mount a heavy CCD camera on the draw tube or the reducer/flattener at a precise optical distance? An Eyepiece Projection extender to insert an eyepiece in front of the camera? An afocal adapter to secure your camera to the eyepiece? We can make any of the above, for standard sizes and threads and for unusual ones as well.

Focuser Replacement
Are you dissatisfied with the focuser on your refractor or Newtonian? Would you like to replace it for one of these smooth Crayford, shiny black, beautifully machined mechanism? We can make an adapter plate or tube to install the new focuser on your telescope, with a design and finish blending seamlessly with the equipment selected.

SLR lens adapter for CCD or video camera
Many CCD cameras have a lens attachment that allows wide-field sky photography by piggybacking the camera on a telescope mount, but some cameras either do not have a lens adapter available or do not have the right type.
We can machine replicas of many lens mount models to fit your SLR lens to a video or astrophotographic camera. Note that for daylight pictures an infra-red filter is required for most cameras unless the CCD is equipped with an integral filter.

Focuser Extension tubes
Do you need a focuser extension tube to allow a new accessory to reach focus or to locate a camera at the exact distance required by the reducer/flattener? We can make a drawtube extension with the same diameter, thread and finish as your drawtube, for standard sizes as well as uncommon ones.

Camera Adapters with custom threads
Commercial adapters (T-Rings) are not always available for older SLR cameras, and for most viewfinder type cameras. We can machine threads with almost any pitch and adapt camera or lens bayonets to a telescope focuser tube or eyepiece holder.

Adapters for commercial video cameras or webcams
Install a video camera in Prime Focus or in Afocal mode on your telescope. A number of inexpensive webcams or video chat cameras are available on the market. Although most of these cameras are not designed for use on a telescope, many have the capability. All that is needed is an accurately machined flange and T-Ring or an afocal adapter.

Replacement Parts for Antiques and Vintage Instruments
Do you own an antique microscope or a vintage telescope that is missing a piece or needs some TLC? We can replicate many type of brass parts based on a broken piece or a picture of the original. The result can make your instrument look whole again. The intention is not to fool the expert but to restore the original appearance of a beautiful and maybe irreplaceable instrument.

Eyepiece Extenders or Reducers
How many times did you have trouble reaching focus with a new eyepiece on the old scope, or conversely, a favorite eyepiece that couldn't reach focus on a new scope? The situation may be easily resolved with a properly sized adapter.

Custom Dovetails and Mounting Plates
We can machine special dovetails and mounting plates to fit a refractor or reflector to your equatorial mount.

Custom Holders, Rings, or Supports
We adapt tubes, mounts, tripods, wedges, piers, from different manufacturers. We alter telescope components to match dimensions, threads, special shapes, focal lengths, or to accommodate new accessories.