{"title":"SVBONY Collimation Tools","description":"\u003cp\u003eSVBONY's collimation tools include the F9123A laser collimator for Newtonian and SCT telescopes, supplied with a 2\" adapter, and the SV121 1.25\" laser collimator with a 45° target plate. The SV197 1.25\" Cheshire collimating eyepiece gives a visual check for Newtonians. Part of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/telescope-collimation\"\u003eTelescope Collimation Tools\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"svbony-f9123a-laser-collimator","title":"SVBONY F9123A Laser Collimator for Newtonian and SCT Telescopes (1.25″ with 2″ Adapter)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6387056394068976894180722.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A laser collimator key visual\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY F9123A is a red-laser collimator for aligning the mirrors of Newtonian and SCT reflector telescopes. It slides into a 1.25″ focuser like an eyepiece, and a removable 2″ adapter lets it sit square in a 2″ focuser. The laser runs at 635–655 nm with an output below 5 mW, has seven brightness levels, and projects its dot through a triple-cemented lens. The body is metal and it runs on the CR2032 lithium cell that comes in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6369137055710576375802756.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A 1.25″ laser collimator feature graphic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Newtonian or SCT reflector and want a quick, repeatable way to bring the optics back into alignment after transport, a mirror cleaning, or a change in your imaging train. It suits visual observers and astrophotographers alike, since well-collimated optics benefit both.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeven brightness levels:\u003c\/strong\u003e turn the dot down for night-time collimation or up to see it clearly in daylight or under a lit garage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTriple-cemented lens:\u003c\/strong\u003e produces a stable, well-defined red dot on the primary mirror and on the collimator's own target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25″ body with removable 2″ adapter:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits both common focuser sizes without a separate adapter purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMetal body:\u003c\/strong\u003e durable and keeps the laser seated squarely in the focuser.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e635–655 nm, under 5 mW:\u003c\/strong\u003e a visible red wavelength suited to collimation work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6387089690623768452746406.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A laser collimator brightness and lens graphic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6387030898184323136897992.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A laser collimator detail graphic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine Newtonian collimation:\u003c\/strong\u003e align the secondary to centre the beam on the primary's centre mark, then adjust the primary to return the beam to the collimator's target.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSCT checks:\u003c\/strong\u003e a quick reference on SCT reflectors, as listed by SVBONY.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eField realignment:\u003c\/strong\u003e a fast check after transport to a dark site, before you start observing or imaging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6373085903286524929243928.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A laser collimator with 2″ adapter\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelescopes:\u003c\/strong\u003e SVBONY lists Newtonian and SCT reflectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocusers:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits 1.25″ focusers directly and 2″ focusers with the included removable adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e one CR2032 lithium cell, included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6373085904825415192470595.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A laser collimator application graphic\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLaser collimator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable 2″ adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStep-by-step instruction manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCR2032 lithium cell battery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6387038842702409345165621.jpg?v=1791669804\" alt=\"SVBONY F9123A laser collimator package contents\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReflectors only:\u003c\/strong\u003e it is intended for Newtonian and SCT reflectors; refractors are not collimated this way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaser product:\u003c\/strong\u003e the beam is never pointed at the eye or at the sky, and the collimator is used with the telescope pointed at a safe horizontal or downward angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e SVBONY does not publish a weight for this item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Insert it in the focuser like an eyepiece, switch it on, choose a brightness level, and follow the included step-by-step manual for adjusting the secondary and primary mirrors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit a 2″ focuser?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The removable 2″ adapter is included, so it fits 1.25″ and 2″ focusers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat battery does it use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA CR2032 lithium cell, which is supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use it in daylight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The seven brightness levels let you raise the output so the dot stays visible in daylight or a lit room, and lower it at night.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: a metal-bodied 1.25″ red laser collimator with a 2″ adapter, seven brightness levels and a triple-cemented lens, for quick mirror alignment on Newtonian and SCT reflectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SvBony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67722182885487,"sku":"F9123A","price":29.91,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/f9123a_20250807155319_2098_20260814161248_1335.webp?v=1791669910"},{"product_id":"svbony-sv197-cheshire-collimating-eyepiece","title":"SVBONY SV197 1.25″ Cheshire Collimating Eyepiece for Newtonians","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6385872182173339519705406.jpg?v=1791669930\" alt=\"SVBONY SV197 1.25 inch Cheshire collimating eyepiece key visual\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SVBONY SV197 is a 1.25″ Cheshire collimating eyepiece for aligning the mirrors of a Newtonian reflector. It combines a sight tube with steel crosshairs and a reflective Cheshire face, so you can centre the secondary mirror under the focuser and then adjust the primary until its reflection is centred. The body is CNC-machined aluminium, black oxidised, measures 141 × 41 × 32 mm and weighs 156 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9154a-2_20250807114457_5969.jpg?v=1791670427\" alt=\"SVBONY SV197 Cheshire collimating eyepiece crosshair and sight tube\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own a Newtonian or Dobsonian and want a passive collimation tool that needs no batteries and does not depend on the focuser's own alignment the way a laser can.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteel crosshairs\u003c\/strong\u003e for centring the secondary and primary reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.25″ (31.75 mm) barrel\u003c\/strong\u003e for 1.25″ focusers or 2″ adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCNC aluminium body\u003c\/strong\u003e, black oxidised, with an inner structure that reduces stray reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo batteries or electronics.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6385872220150846934210861.jpg?v=1791669930\" alt=\"SVBONY SV197 Cheshire eyepiece in a 1.25 inch focuser\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoutine collimation\u003c\/strong\u003e of Newtonian and Dobsonian telescopes before an observing or imaging session.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChecking alignment after transport.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVerifying a laser collimator's result.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/6385872222945862758631936.jpg?v=1791669930\" alt=\"SVBONY SV197 Cheshire collimation view for Newtonian telescopes\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTelescope type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Newtonian reflectors, as SVBONY specifies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFocuser:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.25″ directly; 2″ focusers with a 2″-to-1.25″ adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast and slow scopes:\u003c\/strong\u003e SVBONY notes that on fast telescopes (around f\/5 and faster) the correctly collimated view sits slightly off-centre, while on slower telescopes it is more centred and easier to read.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9154a-3_20250807114457_6462.jpg?v=1791670427\" alt=\"SVBONY SV197 Cheshire collimating eyepiece side view\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9154a-4_20250807114457_7013.jpg?v=1791670427\" alt=\"SVBONY SV197 Cheshire collimating eyepiece reflective face\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDaylight or a lit room helps:\u003c\/strong\u003e a Cheshire relies on ambient light entering its side port to illuminate the reflective face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight 156 g.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt slides into the focuser like an eyepiece. Collimation itself takes a little practice: centre the secondary under the crosshair, then turn the primary adjusting screws until the primary's reflection sits centred in the secondary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need batteries?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a passive optical tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it work on refractors or SCTs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSVBONY lists it for Newtonian telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: a 1.25″ CNC aluminium Cheshire collimating eyepiece with steel crosshairs, for centring the secondary and primary mirrors of a Newtonian without batteries or electronics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SvBony","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67722292527215,"sku":"W9154A","price":34.16,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/w9154a-0_20251231153428_5592.webp?v=1791670426"}],"url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/collections\/telescope-collimation-svbony.oembed","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}