Carton 100mm f/13 "MD" OTA Construction - Complete Rear Cell (Front View)

 

Front view of the completed objective rear cell.

 

Here is a front view of the completed rear cell for the Carton 100mm f/13 objective. The rear cell was design to accommodate a 6" OD x 9" L dew shield. On the other end, the opening was milled a few thousands of an inch in order to mate it to the main tube. The three holes will be part of the collimation system that will allow push/ pull adjustment of the front cell holding the objective lens. the inner recess will allow the front cell containing the objective to loosely fit within its confines. Upon closer inspection you will also note that Brian Choin engaged his name and date on the bottom rim of the recess to authenticate the piece. I love giving credit when and where credit is due, and Brian truly deserves it.