{"id":31124,"date":"2025-10-13T23:08:17","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T21:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=31124"},"modified":"2026-03-02T16:47:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-02T15:47:22","slug":"sky-watcher-cheshire-collimation-eyepiece-1-25","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/sky-watcher-cheshire-collimatie-oculair-1-25\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher Cheshire Collimation Eyepiece - 1.25\u2033"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Skywatcher Collimation Eyepiece Cheshire 1.25\u2033<\/strong> is a precision tool that allows you to quickly and accurately align your telescope's mirrors. Correct collimation is essential for sharp, high-contrast images - and with this accessory you can do it in just minutes, without electronic tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Cheshire eyepiece combines a reticle for centering<\/strong> with a reflective 45\u00b0 plane<\/strong> that projects a light ring into the light path. This allows you to see immediately whether the main and catch mirrors are properly aligned. The folding eyecup<\/strong> prevents disturbing light from the side, allowing you to work comfortably even during the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This collimation eyepiece fits into any 1.25\u201d focuser<\/strong> and can also be used in a 2\u201d focuser with a standard adapter. Its compact, all-metal design makes it a durable tool that will last for years, ideal for both home use and on the go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For owners of Dobson telescopes<\/strong> or Newton reflectors who regularly transport their telescope, this accessory is indispensable. After each move, you can easily check that your optics are still perfectly collimated using the Cheshire eyepiece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Skywatcher Cheshire Collimation eyepiece is suitable for all Newton and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.
What you can do with it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  • Accurate adjustment of main and catch mirrors<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Checking the centering of the optical axis<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Aligning in daylight or under the stars<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Essential for Dobson telescopes that are frequently transported<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Specifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Optical & mechanical<\/strong>
    Type: Collimation eyepiece (Cheshire)
    Telescope connection: 1.25\u2033
    Suitable for: Newton and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes
    Reticle: Yes
    Reflective surface: 45\u00b0 polished aluminum
    Eyecup: Foldable, prevents stray light
    Material: Aluminum<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Usage & compatibility<\/strong>
    Application: manual collimation
    Adapter compatibility: 2\u2033 via standard adapter
    Power Supply: Not required<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Skywatcher Collimation Eyepiece Cheshire 1.25\u2033 comes with reticle, reflective measurement ring and eyecup against stray light, suitable for Newton and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":31126,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[542],"product_cat":[3149],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-31124","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-sky-watcher","product_cat-laser-collimators","product_shipping_class-licht","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"bundled_by":[],"bundle_stock_status":"instock","bundle_stock_quantity":null,"bundle_virtual":false,"bundle_layout":"","bundle_add_to_cart_form_location":"","bundle_editable_in_cart":false,"bundle_sold_individually_context":"","bundle_item_grouping":"","bundle_min_size":"","bundle_max_size":"","bundle_price":[],"bundled_items":[],"bundle_sell_ids":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":31107,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/sky-watcher-cheshire-collimatie-oculair-1-25-2\/","url_meta":{"origin":31124,"position":0},"title":"Sky-Watcher Cheshire Collimation Eyepiece - 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