Vernon Telescope

PRODUCT LINES (PRO-DOME AND HOMEDOME)

The Technical Innovations offerings have been broken down into seven "Product Categories". Links to detail pages for each of these categories can be made from the tool bar above or the menu listing t the left. A brief description of what you will find in each category is below :

6 Foot Domes - Two models of six foot domes are available, along with two types of structure mounting skirts.

10 Foot Domes - Two models of ten foot domes, with matching optional wall rings and skirts.

15 Foot Domes - Two models of fifteen foot domes presented along with a matching skirt and wall rings.

RoboDome - The award winning complete, compact remote observatory with optional mounting foundation.

Automation - DDW (the #1 observatory automation package), Dome Works, RoboFocus and other automation devices.

Accessories - Observatory motor drive systems, power supplies, dome upgrades, and small parts and add-ons.

Other - Products from other vendors matched to our observatories, and proud to be a dealer for.

DOME SPECIFICATIONS

6 Foot Domes	Dome Diameter.........................72 inches Base Ring Height....................... 9 inches on HD6; n/a on PD6 Wall Ring Height........................45 inches on PD6; n/a on HD6 Inside Height Center...................3 feet 10 inches on HD6; 6 feet 10 inches on PD6 Door Opening width....................19 inches on PD6; none on HD6 Number of Rollers.......................9 on HD6; 10 on PD6 Shutter Slot Width......................30 inches Slot Past Zenith.........................10 inches Dome Weight............................110 pounds for HD6; 200 pounds for PD6 Electric Motors...........................Optional Automation...............................Optional
10 Foot Dome -	Dome Diameter.........................119 inches Base Ring Height........................12 inches Wall Ring Height.........................12 inches on PD10; n/a on HD106 Inside Height Center....................6 feet; add 12 inches for each PD10 wall ring Door Opening width....................19 inches on PD10; none on HD106 Number of Rollers.......................16 on HD10; 31 on PD10 Shutter Slot Width......................36 inches Slot Past Zenith.........................16 inches Dome Weight............................310 pound; add 95 pounds for each PD10 wall ring Electric Motors...........................Optional Automation...............................Optional
15 Foot Domes -	Dome Diameter........................179 inches Base Ring Height....................... 12 inches Wall Ring Height.........................12 inches on PD15; n/a on HD15 Inside Height Center....................8 feet 6 inches; add 12 inches for each PD15 wall ring Door Opening width....................36 inches on PD15; none on HD15 Number of Rollers.......................49 Shutter Slot Width......................50 inches Slot Past Zenith.........................24 inches Dome Weight............................650 pounds; add 110 pounds for each PD15 wall ring Electric Motors...........................Included Automation...............................Optional
RoboDome -	Dome Diameter..........................40 inches Base Ring Height....................... 25 inches Wall Ring Height........................ n/a Inside Height Center...................50 inches Door Opening width....................none Number of Rollers.......................6 Shutter Slot Width......................24 inches Slot Past Zenith.........................5 inches Dome Weight............................110 pounds Electric Motors...........................Included Automation...............................Included

Home Model 2.3 m

The Home size observatory is ideal for any individual observer or for a small club. It adequately holds two to three people with a side or centrally mounted telescope. The addition of one or more wall storage locker panels will add to the available space.

School Model 3.5m

The School size unit will suit the larger telescope. It is designed for a tutor and up to eight people. The clear span and clean lines allows all observers to move about easily within the observator

University Model 6.7

The University size unit is ideal for larger groups and the bigger telescope. Seated groups of up to twenty people will find such an observatory very spacious and extremely easy to operate

5.0 metr College Model Observatory

In addition to our 2.3 metre Home Model, 3.5m School Model and 6.7m University Models, demand from customers has meant we have increased the size of the Sirius family to include the 5 metre College Model. This latest design gives plenty of room, yet is still small enough that it can be put together without a specialist supervisor. An easy to follow instruction manual is sent with every observatory sold.

Construction & Installation of 6.7m

The modular construction of the 'Sirius' Observatory is designed so that both the Home & School model can be assembled by unskilled persons. The University model will require factory assitance. Assembly instructions are provided for the construction of the dome walls, doors and shutters. The mechanical drive mechanisms are also modular and can be easily assembled using the instructions provided. Crane assistance is only required for the installation of the dome onto the walls of the complete 'University' and 'School' size models.

Fibreglass Constructions

With strong fibreglass construction the 'Sirius' Observatory provides the strength and characteristics of ocean going fibreglass yachts and marine craft. Fibreglass vessels are built from exactly the same materials. We have added additional strength to return flanges, roof panels, doors and shutters of the 'Sirius' Observatory. Designing and manufacturing with fibreglass provides clean and even flow lines that will not hold snow, ice and other debris.

Weather Proofing

Because of the expensive equipment to be housed inside the 'Sirius' Observatory, we have built waterproof joints to all dome and wall panels. This seal is guaranteed for the life of the product. The white outer shell provides the user with a 'warmer in winter' and 'cooler in summer' environment to enjoy both work and leisure.

Gelcoat Finishes

We use only the best marine grade Gelcoat finishes available on your 'Sirius' Observatory. This Observatory will appear as new, year after year in all weather conditions. There is never a requirement for painting the inside or outside of the product. When necessary, the use of a simple spray or wipe with fibreglass polish to the outside, will maintain the 'Sirius' superior clean lines.

Pre-Assembly

Your 'Sirius' Observatory has been pre-assembled and made fully operational at our manufacturing plant prior to shipping. Each panel and mechanical part is then numbered for ease of assembly.

Dismantle and Re-assembly

It's easy with the 'Sirius' Observatory. Simply unbolt all the numbered parts and rebuild at your new location. No loss of valuable assets such as structural brick or stone walls. The walls are part of the observatory with a 'Sirius' Observatory

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