"Joda" wrote in message
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Anyone been contrast-enhancing their SCT by adding velvet or velour on the
inside (naturally)
of their SCT tube ?
Experiencing any problems ?
How about disassembling the SCT, f.i .the correctorplate ?

FG

Been studying it. From what I have gleaned on the subject it is better to
use that protostar flocking paper as velour or velvet will shed. Saw a "flat
black" paint developed just for "flocking", can't remember the name and
haven't seen any reports on how well it works yet. Just looking at my SCT it
would seem easier to totally remove the tube and "work" on it rather than
try and do everything through the corrector end with the mirror still in the
tube. There was a site showing the flocking of an 11" Celestron,
dismantling, flocking, reassembly, good pictures and info. The owner said he
could really tell the difference, this however could be subjective, after
doing all that work you would sure want to see positive results. bg

Steve