Celestron C11 XLT: Improve your SCT Focusing System

In this video, I dive into the common challenges faced when focusing with the Celestron C11 XLT Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT). If you've ever struggled with image shift, lost collimation, or shaky images while fine-tuning your focus, you're not alone. I explore these issues in detail and discuss how they can impact your astrophotography and observing sessions. To help you achieve sharp, stable focus, I introduce an alternative method that incorporates the Baader Diamond Steeltrack Crayford focuser. This setup allows for rough focusing with the standard SCT knob, while the Crayford focuser handles the fine adjustments with precision. I'll guide you through the setup process and demonstrate the significant improvements this method brings to the C11. Whether you're new to the Celestron C11 or looking for ways to enhance your focusing technique, this video offers practical solutions to improve your astrophotography experience. Don't miss the side-by-side comparison that highlights the difference this setup can make! CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction 01:58 – SCT Focusing Mechanism 05:42 – The Baader Diamond Steeltrack Solution 19:45 – Attaching the ZWO EAF 22:54 – Deployment to Observatory 25:30 – Autofocus Configuration in NINA 28:03 – Second Light of Saturn 29:06 - Up Next Video Links: https://youtu.be/g3YdnzmMPkQ