Crayford focusers

A form of Crayford focuser — A simplified focusing mechanism for amateur telescopes, having a smooth spring-loaded shaft which holds the focus tube against four opposing bearing surfaces, and controls its movement.

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noun
  1. pluralplural of Crayford focuser
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