Services

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We can show you how to use your scope, fix your broken mounts, convert your manual mount to GoTo, and collimate your reflectors and SCT's and Hyperstars.

Don't see a service you need listed below? We still may be able to help!
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Service	Price	Detail
New telescope orientation	$150	Got a new scope you want to learn how to use? We arrange a time to meet at one of 2 Kansas City area locations, and spend up to 3 hours covering the full operation of your telescope. This service also includes alignment of the finder scope and any required collimation.
Collimation - Reflector	$25	Precision collimation using 2" Glatter laser and TuBlug. Must have 2" focuser. Price is for drop-off only. Extra fee to travel to location. ASKC members given 25% discount.
Collimation - SCT	$40-$60	Precision laser collimation of any size SCT. Includes star test and pinched optics correction. Hyperstar add $20.  Price is for drop-off only. Extra fee to travel to location. ASKC members given 25% discount.
Mount service	$50	Is your mount acting slow? Making weird noises all of a sudden? We will rebuild the mount, and inspect for any broken parts. We'll then re-grease with a high-quality, climate-appropriate grease. We'll also update any firmware as available.
Mount Repair	Contact us	Is your mount no longer working? We can fix it, provided the parts are available. We can replace broken capacitors, dead motors, and anything in between. We've even been known to make our own parts when needed.
OnStep Conversion	Contact us	We can convert your older mount to OnStep. As this is a fully customized service, please contact us for details.