Top 7 simple but effective DIY telescopic upgrades

The universe is simply unlimited. 

Even the nearest planetary and stellar systems are very remote.

At the moment, we just can not get there. 

But at least we want to see it. 

Look at it.

But I have heard individuals say that "with a small telescope they can not see much!" And you can agree with me on that.

And guess what? They are right! They will never be able to see beyond what they strive to perceive.

Novice astronomers become discouraged when they do not achieve the desired results.

Observing the sky is not the same as spying on your neighbors with binoculars.

 It's not that fast!

A competent sky observer has patience and can look through the eyepiece for hours.

To be clear, improving telescope performance is more than just adjusting binoculars. Sure, that's a factor. But you also have to adjust yourself and your eyes.

So in this essay, you will discover several telescopic notches today. This has proven to be the most successful method for me. These are the 8 most effective tips for improving your DIY telescope.

So here are some tips to optimize not only yourself but also your telescope. As a result, you can see more and better:

1. Look for clear skies

There is no substitute for a clear sky. In fact, it can add an inch to your aperture indirectly.

Look up at the sky during the day for clues. Is there a cloud cover? When the sun is over your head, cover it with your hand and check if it has a clear blue ring around it. Make sure there are no clouds on the horizon during sunrise or sunset.

2. Avoid light pollution

Pollutants in all forms are harmful to our health. When it comes to stargazing, light pollution is the most dangerous.

At night we often examine the sky. The basic reason for this is that we demand as much darkness as possible in our surroundings. So you can clearly see the light emanating from that beautiful little distant object. However, there is light pollution everywhere in our modern civilization. As a result, it will never be a perfect place. So you have to travel to a dark place.

And it should be done with as little artificial light as possible (eg street lighting etc). When you want to observe a faint / far distant object, it is advisable to get away from the city.

3. New moon is good

Note for longer periods, especially during new moons. Make an effort to participate in at least two sessions each week.

Let your eyes adjust to the darkness

Recognize your eyes. They are used to light. As a result, it will take some time for your eyes to adjust to the darkness. And your student to set.

When you start looking in a dark environment. Make sure you do not see the source directly (such as telephone or light bulbs, etc.). It will sabotage the adaptation. If necessary, use a red flash, but avoid looking directly inside it. It can take up to 30 minutes for your eyes to return to full functionality.

5. Keep staring at it!

What do you think? There is a surprise! To pay attention to the details. Simply continue to look at the object through the eyepiece. And as you go along, the details start to show. It can take up to an hour to capture the entire scene. Of course, the time varies with the distance between the object and the observer. And you can take small breaks to look in between. But do not let anything flashy distract your student's focus.

6. Thermally optimize the scope

When you take your telescope out to start observations, it is likely that it will be warmer than the outdoor air.

As a result, binoculars emit heat, which can interfere with vision. So no matter how narrow your range is, it is preferable to let it collide to the outdoor temperature.

It normally takes 20 minutes for scope up to 4 inches. Also, for scales larger than 4 inches, add 10 minutes each inch.

The reflector binoculars often require less time to complete the procedure than the reflector binoculars.

7. Stabilize your telescopic mount

Keep your determination! The small vibrations from your binocular sight are magnified as you zoom closer to the objects. When you zoom in too far, it becomes a big problem. You will simply not be able to see things clearly. They just will not look clear! This is generally a major problem with cheap, lightweight telescopes.

So all you need to do now is stabilize it. Hang a heavy weight (such as a backpack or water bottles) from the stand. I hope you got the tip!

So go out there with your cute binocular sight. Follows all the advice I have given here. Get an experience you've never had before. Also let me know how much you can see now and if any progress has been made. Just leave a comment below if there's something more you want!