{"title":"Imaging Adapters and T-Rings","description":"\u003cspan style=\"display: none;\"\u003ehide::live::text\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sony-e-mount-t-ring","title":"Sony E-Mount T-Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eA T-Ring is one of the first accessories you will need to take pictures through a telescope or spotting scope. If you have a Sony E-mount mirrorless camera body, the Celestron E-Mount T-Ring is the one for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To use this T-Ring, place the E-Mount T-Ring on your Sony mirrorless camera. Just like changing a lens, line up the T-Ring to your camera’s lens mount. Push it in and turn until you hear a click. The T-Ring has a sturdy bayonet flange that locks for a secure fit. Once you attach the T-Ring to your camera, you’re ready to connect your telescope. The telescope side of the T-Ring has threads that accept a variety of camera adapters, including the Celestron T-Adapter. The adapter you choose depends on the type of photography you wish to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Sony E-Mount 42mm T-ring is machined aluminum black anodized. The internal surfaces are blackened and glare-threaded to provide the highest contrast. The T-Ring has a ribbed surface for a secure grip while threading\/unthreading. The Sony E-Mount 42mm T-Ring is compatible with M42 x 0.75 (T-Thread) camera adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrestrial and Celestial Imaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair your T-Ring with a Celestron T-Adapter to turn your telescope or spotting scope into a large telephoto lens.  Depending on the optics you own, pair your E-Mount T-Ring with these adapters:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"compatibility-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eT-Adapter to pair with the E-Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpotting Scope*\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/universal-t-adapter-125in\"\u003eUniversal T-Adapter - 1.25\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-for-schmidt-cassegrain-telescopes\"\u003eT-Adapter for Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefractor telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/universal-t-adapter-125in\"\u003eUniversal T-Adapter - 1.25\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian Reflector telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/universal-barlow-and-t-adapter-125in\"\u003eUniversal Barlow and T-Adapter - 1.25\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar 4SE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-nexstar-4se\"\u003eT-Adapter, NexStar 4SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD (8”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-edgehd-8\"\u003eT-Adapter, (EdgeHD 8)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD (9.25”, 11”, 14”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-edgehd-925-11-14\"\u003eT-Adapter, (EdgeHD 925, 11 \u0026amp; 14)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Please reference specific product pages for compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47323951563071,"sku":"93408","price":8.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93408_T-Ring_Sony_E-Mount_Mirrorless_RASA8_01.jpg?v=1700595733"},{"product_id":"canon-m-mount-t-ring","title":"Canon M-Mount T-Ring","description":"\u003cp\u003eA T-Ring is one of the first accessories you will need to take pictures through a telescope or spotting scope. If you have a Canon EOS mirrorless camera body, the Celestron EOS M-Mount T-Ring is the one for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To use this T-Ring, place the M-Mount T-Ring on your Canon mirrorless camera. Just like changing a lens, line up the T-Ring to your camera’s lens mount. Push it in and turn until you hear a click. The T-Ring has a sturdy bayonet flange that locks for a secure fit. Once you attach the T-Ring to your camera, you’re ready to connect your telescope. The telescope side of the T-Ring has threads that accept a variety of camera adapters, including the Celestron T-Adapter. The adapter you choose depends on the type of photography you wish to do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The Canon M-Mount 42mm T-ring is machined aluminum black anodized. The internal surfaces are blackened and glare-threaded to provide the highest contrast. The T-Ring has a ribbed surface for a secure grip while threading\/unthreading. The Canon M-Mount 42mm T-Ring is compatible with M42 x 0.75 (T-Thread) camera adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerrestrial and Celestial Imaging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair your T-Ring with a Celestron T-Adapter to turn your telescope or spotting scope into a large telephoto lens.  Depending on the optics you own, pair your M-Mount T-Ring with these adapters:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"compatibility-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOptics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eT-Adapter to pair with the M-Mount\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpotting Scope*\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/universal-t-adapter-125in\"\u003eUniversal T-Adapter - 1.25\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSchmidt-Cassegrain telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-for-schmidt-cassegrain-telescopes\"\u003eT-Adapter for Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefractor telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/universal-t-adapter-125in\"\u003eUniversal T-Adapter - 1.25\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewtonian Reflector telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/universal-barlow-and-t-adapter-125in\"\u003eUniversal Barlow and T-Adapter - 1.25\"\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNexStar 4SE\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-nexstar-4se\"\u003eT-Adapter, NexStar 4SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD (8”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-edgehd-8\"\u003eT-Adapter, (EdgeHD 8)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEdgeHD (9.25”, 11”, 14”)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-edgehd-925-11-14\"\u003eT-Adapter, (EdgeHD 925, 11 \u0026amp; 14)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Please reference specific product pages for compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47323951759679,"sku":"93407","price":8.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93407_T-Ring_Canon_M-Mount_Mirrorless_RASA8_01.jpg?v=1700595738"},{"product_id":"2-to-1-25-adapter-with-twist-lock","title":"2\" to 1.25\" Adapter with Twist-Lock","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron 2” to 1.25” Adapter with Twist-Lock was designed for visual observers who use both 2” and 1.25” eyepieces regularly and need a quick adapter to use with the 2” barrel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe twist-lock eyepiece holder secures eyepieces while keeping them centered in the adapter, providing best opto-mechanical alignment between the telescope and eyepiece. Unlike traditional thumb screws, the twist-lock cannot scratch or engrave the barrel of your eyepieces. The adapter has an integrated 1.25” barrel stop that prevents 1.25” accessories with long barrels from damaging the mirror. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll the adapter’s mechanical parts are made of machined black anodized aluminum, except the twist-lock rings, which are orange anodized for visibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSave Time and Money when using Eyepiece Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to look at an object under different eyepiece magnification but keep the same eyepiece filter, thread your 2” eyepiece filters to the barrel of the adapter. Since this adapter accepts 2” filters, you can also save money by buying fewer 1.25” eyepiece filters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324003205439,"sku":"93668","price":18.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93668_2_to_1-25_Adapter_with_Twist-Lock_01.jpg?v=1700597202"},{"product_id":"sct-to-2-adapter","title":"SCT to 2\" Adapter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis sturdy, high-quality adapter provides a solid connection between your Schmidt-Cassegrain or Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope and 2” accessories without any special threaded 2\" diagonal. This accessory makes it possible to maximize your views through your telescope with your standard 2” diagonal, eyepieces, and other accessories (like photo adapters) allowing you to connect a camera for astroimaging. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe adapter offers an ultra-secure threaded connection to your telescope. On the other side, a brass compression ring provides a strong grip on eyepieces accessories without scratching or denting their barrels. To tighten the ring around the accessory, just adjust the set screw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its precision machined aluminum construction and black anodized finish, this adapter will resist corrosion and wear, providing you with years of use. The black interior also reduces the internal light reflections, enhancing your view.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324010971455,"sku":"93661","price":7.35,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93661_SCT_to_2in_adapter_01.jpg?v=1700597344"},{"product_id":"t-adapter-for-sony-mirrorless-rowe-ackermann-schmidt-astrograph-rasa-8","title":"T-Adapter for Sony Mirrorless, Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eMirrorless cameras are spreading like wildfire in the astroimaging community—and for good reason. When paired with Celestron’s groundbreaking 8” Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA), you can achieve spectacular deep-sky astronomical images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo what makes a mirrorless camera the perfect match for RASA? First, the compact camera body provides minimal obstruction when placed on the front of the RASA optical tube. Second, the sensitive imaging chip helps capture every bit of stunning detail that the RASA optical brings in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’d like to use your Sony mirrorless camera with the 8” RASA, this adapter is a must-have accessory. Using the camera’s integrated bayonet mount, it attaches securely to the front of RASA. What’s more, this adapter places the camera’s sensor at the precise backfocus distance for optimal image sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324058124607,"sku":"93405","price":13.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93405_Camera_Adapter_for_Sony_Mirrorless_RASA8_01.jpg?v=1700598397"},{"product_id":"t-adapter-for-canon-mirrorless-rowe-ackermann-schmidt-astrograph-rasa-8","title":"T-Adapter for Canon Mirrorless, Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA) 8","description":"\u003cp\u003eMirrorless cameras are spreading like wildfire in the astroimaging community—and for good reason. When paired with Celestron’s groundbreaking 8” Rowe-Ackermann Schmidt Astrograph (RASA), you can achieve spectacular deep-sky astronomical images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo what makes a mirrorless camera the perfect match for RASA? First, the compact camera body provides minimal obstruction when placed on the front of the RASA optical tube. Second, the sensitive imaging chip helps capture every bit of stunning detail that the RASA optical brings in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’d like to use your Canon mirrorless camera with the 8” RASA, this adapter is a must-have accessory. Using the camera’s integrated bayonet mount, it attaches securely to the front of RASA. What’s more, this adapter places the camera’s sensor at the precise backfocus distance for optimal image sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324061794623,"sku":"93406","price":13.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93406_Camera_Adapter_Canon_Mirrorless_RASA_8_01.jpg?v=1700598431"},{"product_id":"48mm-t-adapter-for-edge-9-25-11-and-14","title":"48mm T-Adapter for EdgeHD 9.25”, 11”, and 14”","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 48mm T-Adapter is the accessory of choice if you’d like to attach your full frame DSLR or astronomical camera to a Celestron EdgeHD optical tube. With DSLR CCD chips getting larger, Celestron created the 48mm T-Adapter to reduce vignetting and provide a larger light path to your camera’s sensor, producing exceptional astrophotos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standard \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-edgehd-925-11-14\"\u003eT-Adapter for EdgeHD 9.25\", 11\", and 14\"\u003c\/a\u003e comes with a 42mm T-Thread for a 42mm T-Ring. This smaller 42mm T-Adapter truncates the light cone coming from the back of the EdgeHD optical tubes, which creates vignetting in the corners of full frame imaging sensors. The 48mm T-Adapter has a larger T-Thread opening, allowing the unhindered light to illuminate the entire sensor, optimizing your full-frame sensor’s capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBelow, you will find the difference between the 42mm and the 48mm T-Rings to give you an idea of the space the 42mm and 48mm T-Threads on the T-Adapter will provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/T-Ring_Comparison_grande.jpg?v=1520643428\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: The 48mm T-Adapter will not offer any advantage to imagers with smaller APS-C sensors.  For this, Celestron still recommends the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-adapter-edgehd-925-11-14\"\u003e42mm T-Adapter (#93646)\u003c\/a\u003e and 42mm T-Rings for your specific model of camera. T-Rings are sold separately. See our 42mm \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-ring-for-nikon-camera\"\u003eNikon T-Ring\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/t-ring-for-canon-eos-camera\"\u003eCanon eos T-Ring\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCelestron does not offer 48mm T-Rings,\u003c\/strong\u003e however, we do recommend the ones sold by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.skywatcherusa.com\/product-category\/accessories\/\"\u003eSky-Watcher USA\u003c\/a\u003e.  They offer the most popular models for Canon, Nikon, and Sony cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chart below shows the relative illumination of the sensor in a 42mm and a 48mm T-Adapter. The X-axis is the distance from the center of the camera sensor.  The Y-Axis is the amount of light being received. As you can see, the 48mm receives more light than the 42mm T-Adapter and will reduce vignetting in your images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/Charts_Combined_grande.jpg?v=1520894693\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324069003583,"sku":"93622","price":21.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93622_48mm_T-Adapter_1.jpg?v=1700598634"},{"product_id":"t-adapter-edgehd-925-11-14","title":"T-Adapter, (EdgeHD 925, 11 \u0026 14)","description":"\u003cp\u003eT-Adapter for 9.25, 11 \u0026amp; 14” EdgeHD optical tubes. It threads onto the rear cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis T-Adapter allows you to attach your 35 mm DSLR camera to the prime focus of your EdgeHD telescope. This arrangement is used for terrestrial photography and short exposure lunar and planetary photography. It can also be used for long exposure deep-sky photography when using a separate guidescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount a 35 mm SLR camera to your instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324304638271,"sku":"93646","price":19.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93646_t_adapter_03.jpg?v=1700602765"},{"product_id":"t-adapter-edgehd-8","title":"T-Adapter, (EdgeHD 8)","description":"\u003cp\u003eT-Adapter for 8” EdgeHD optical tube threads onto the rear cell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis T-Adapter allows you to attach your 35 mm DSLR camera to the prime focus of your EdgeHD telescope. This arrangement is used for terrestrial photography and short exposure lunar and planetary photography. It can also be used for long exposure deep-sky photography when using a separate guidescope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount a DSLR camera to your instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47324304933183,"sku":"93644","price":9.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/93644-T_Adapter_EdgeHD_800_03.jpg?v=1700602771"},{"product_id":"universal-barlow-and-t-adapter-125in","title":"Universal Barlow and T-Adapter - 1.25\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1.25” accessory can be used three ways: as a 2X Barlow for visual use, as a prime focus T-adapter, or as a “Barlowed” T-adapter for double the magnification and the benefit of extra inward focus travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Universal Barlow \u0026amp; T-Adapter can be used as a 2X Barlow right out of the box. Insert any 1.25” eyepiece into the chamber and you’ll enjoy double the magnification, while retaining all the eye relief of the inserted eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Celestron Universal Barlow \u0026amp; T-Adapter can also be used for prime focus photography, which means you use the telescope as a photographic lens—a very big photographic lens! Just unscrew the bottom section of the unit to remove the Barlow and slide the chrome barrel into the telescope’s 1.25” focuser or adapter. Lock it firmly in place with the focuser or adapter thumbscrew. T-threads on the top of the adapter screw into a T-Ring (sold separately) that is designed to attach to the brand-specific mounting flange of your DSLR or SLR camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that some telescopes, especially “fast” refractors and Newtonians, may not have enough focus travel to allow the photographic image to come to focus when used in prime focus mode. In these instances, adding the Barlow to the T-Adapter will allow the telescope to reach focus. 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