Telescope-Accessories-Apertura 32 mm Guide Scope – Red

Finding Your Favorite Celestial Targets has Never Been Easier!

A perfect complement to your astronomy or astrophotography setup, this 32 mm guide scope from Apertura makes targeting a breeze! The Apertura 32 mm guide scope has a focal length of 121.05 mm and an f/3.78 focal ratio. Apertura has designed the 32 mm guide scope with aesthetics and function in mind. In addition to being easy to use, the body of the guide scope is a vibrant red with black accents that will integrate wonderfully into imaging and visual setups with a similar color scheme

Apertura wants you to get the most out of your guide scope, so they have ensured versatile attachment options for your imaging equipment. You can attach your camera using the twist-locking 1.25″ dual radial compression rings included with the guide scope. This Apertura guide scope is compatible with standard and mini form factor cameras. For the mini form factor, attachment can be achieved with the use of a 1.25″ nose piece extension that is included with most cameras. The rings with the attached base will also enable easy attachment to your telescope OTA.

How to Set Up the 32 mm Guide Camera

To get your guiding system focused in before you’re out under clear skies,
Apertura’s isolated the prime positioning for your guide scope’s focuser and
camera! While you likely will need to fine tune these specifications based on
your exact gear and local conditions, by following along with this simple
guide you’ll be off to an excellent start!

Begin by loosening the guide scope ring thumbscrews and sliding the tube
forward, almost as far forward as it can move with the 1.25″ camera holder
installed, then re-tighten the thumbscrews. Now loosen focus locking ring
(coin-edge ring just behind the front section of the guide scope) until it
contacts the guide scope ring. Twist the front section of the guide scope to
thread it in or out of the main body. Measuring between the front section and
the focus locking ring, adjust until you have the correct Objective
Distance from the graphic below. Then, without touching the objective and
adjusting its distance, tighten the focus locking ring down until it contacts
the front section and locks it in place.

Next loosen the 1.25″ camera connection ring. If you have a standard or
“puck-style” cameras, attach the 1.25″ nosepiece included with most cameras
and fully insert this into the 1.25″ holder. If you’re using a mini style
camera, install the 1.25″ extension and then insert the camera until there is
12 mm of space between the 1.25″ holder and the beginning of the main housing
of the camera as shown in the graphic. Once your camera is inserted, tighten
down the rear coin-edge ring to lock your camera in place. You’ll now be all
set for only minor adjustments out in the field!

What Does Our Team Think?

• “I bought the Apertura 32 mm guidescope to pair with my Apertura 60EDR, and have to say it has been a great match for that scope! This accommodates my ‘puck-style’ guide camera well; with the nosepiece attached, I just slide this until stars are in rough focus, then lock it down and fine focus with the helical focusing ring. All the hardware you need to mount this within a findershoe comes in the box, and the digital manual helps you get the camera set up quickly. Though it wasn’t the deciding factor for me, I do like that this comes in a number of colors so you can keep a cohesive look within your imaging rig. While this lives on my 60EDR most of the time, I have also used it for 6” f/4 Newtonians as well and had great success there too. All in all, if you’re looking for a small guidescope this is a good pick!”

– Ed B., High Point Scientific Content Writer & Gear Expert

The Apertura 32 mm guide scope is a lightweight 8.2 ounces and comes with tube rings, thumb screws, and a Synta-style base for easy attachment to your astronomy or astrophotography rig. Also available in Blue Accent and Black versions!

Everything Needed to Attach to a Scope
The Apertura 32 mm Guide Scope comes with the guide scope, tube rings, Synta-style base, thumb screws, and lens cover–everything needed to install into your astronomy or astrophotography setup! This means you can spend less time looking for additional accessories to connect your equipment and can instead get started using your guide scope with your telescope as soon as possible.

Precise Focusing Ability!
When it comes to design, Apertura made sure the 32 mm guide scope is incredibly intuitive while maintaining superb function. Simply twist the knurled lock ring on the precise helical focuser to achieve your desired focus. You will find the black lock ring integrated into the dew shield.

Comes with the Apertura Absolute Warranty
The Apertura Absolute Warranty provides two years of coverage against product defects. After the initial two-year warranty expires, this product qualifies for Apertura’s Three-Year Accident Replacement Program. In addition, the Apertura Absolute Warranty is transferrable! Download a copy of the Apertura Absolute Warranty for more information on this program, how to make a claim, and why it is important to keep your original receipt and the product’s original boxes and packaging!