Discover the RB Focus eXcalibur 3.0™ — the revolutionary solution to automate your calibration frames and keep your optics flawless! Say goodbye to cumbersome dust covers and welcome the era of hassle-free astrophotography.
Equipped with a powerful servo motor, a new Neon LED panel calibrated to the solar light spectrum for natural and uniform illumination, and a 12-bit ADC, the RB Focus eXcalibur is your ultimate ally for remotely capturing Flats frames. Plus, the panel now features an integrated heater to prevent dew formation, ensuring consistent performance even in the most challenging conditions. Say farewell to freezing winter nights juggling different devices—now everything is automated in a single unit!
Its robotic operation allows for automatic or on-demand calibration frames from any capture software compatible with the ASCOM Cover Calibrator standard, such as NiNa 2.x, Voyager, and SGP. We've also upgraded connectivity options to suit your needs, offering everything from classic USB to wireless connections via Bluetooth and BLE through the mobile app.
We understand not all users prefer Windows or may use alternative capture systems, which is why we've designed the RB Focus eXcalibur with cross-platform tools. You can now control the device through our innovative RB Focus Virtual Pad app, coming soon to iOS and Android. This app, unique in the astrophotography world, lets you store brightness presets for different filters, control the panel, and much more—right from your phone, tablet, or iPad!
Thanks to the high-resolution ADC, the panel delivers a wide range of light intensities, allowing you to fine-tune brightness with unmatched precision to achieve perfect flats with just the right ADUs. Your images will be flawlessly flat and free from imperfections, even with the fastest optical systems on the market.
With the new dynamic brightness adjustment available in the latest NiNa update, you can now create a parameter table for each filter and access it directly from the advanced sequencer. You’ll be able to schedule the device to perform all calibration frames at the end of your session—and forget about it until your imaging is done!
Our obsession with design and simplicity led us to create a device that’s incredibly easy to mount and dismount. No complex tools are needed—install it on your OTA in just 3 minutes. When it's time to remove it, simply open the panel, loosen one screw, and slide the module back. The dovetail mounting system guarantees a secure attachment of both the motor and panel to the telescope tube.
Crafted with aluminum and engineering plastics, the RB Focus eXcalibur is built to withstand strong winds. Its dual-arm system provides the rigidity needed to handle even the toughest imaging nights. It’s the perfect solution for both field trips and remote observatories!
Stop wasting time and energy on calibration. With the RB Focus eXcalibur, automation and quality come together for an unparalleled experience. Get ready to capture breathtaking images of the cosmos!
RB Focus eXcalibur V3.0
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Panel Type: Electroluminescent.
Materials: Carbon Fiber, Aluminum and Engineering Plastics.
Operating Voltage: 12V
Connections: Center positive 2.1mm DC Jack, Micro USB.
Weight: 245g (varies depending on the size of the ordered Flat field).
1x RB Focus eXcalibur motor module.
1x RB Focus Flat field panel.
Reviews
- ASTRO BLOG31Jun 19, 2024Rated 5 out of 5 stars.VerifiedInstallation facile et robuste
Très content de mon achat. Ce panneau de flat est superbe dans sa construction, robuste avec un puissant servo moteur. Facile d'installation, avec un rapport qualité/prix imbattable.
Merci pour ce beau travail.
vous pouvez voir une video de mon test à https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZ4RoIyw2Rs&t=6s
Was this helpful? - Germán GonzálezNov 21, 2023Rated 5 out of 5 stars.Automatiza todo lo posible
No puedo estar más contento con este panel de flats, por un lado el motor me permite abrir y cerrar el tubo protegiéndolo mientras comienza la sesión y posteriormente cuando termina, además la luz que da es perfecta y constante para garantizar un buen flat. Su conexión mediante bluetooth permite además ahorrar cables. Estoy super contento con la compra y por supuesto por la ayuda y soporte.
Was this helpful? - Pablo Vozmediano Jan 06, 2024Rated 5 out of 5 stars.VerifiedCalidad y ahorro de tiempo.
Cualquiera que haya hecho astrofotografía sabe lo tedioso de hacer unos buenos flats. Que si la fuente de luz, que si ponerlo en una posición, medir el histograma, ADU,s...etc.
Pues con eXcalibur pasas a tenerlo tan automatizado, que en menos de 5 minutos tienes unos flats perfectos. La biblioteca de flats pasó a la historia!!
La otra ventaja es que tienes la opción de tapar el telescopio cuando estás en remoto.
Vale cada euro invertido en el. Producto de 10 sobre 10!!
Was this helpful? - Antonio CabanillasNov 06, 2023Rated 5 out of 5 stars.Espectacular
De todos los productos que vende RB focus, tal vez el más laureado y más demandado. Creo que no existe nada en el mercado que ni siquiera se aproxime. Un producto de una calidad, un diseño y una excelencia que nunca ví. No creo que se pueda igualar con nada esta forma de hacer flats y todo ello con calidad, diseño y fiabilidad
Was this helpful? - Abel Robles BorrascaNov 08, 2023Rated 5 out of 5 stars.Panel de Flats Excalibur, indispensable!
En nuestras sesiones mis astrofotografía no me gustaba quedarme sin hacer los Flats para calibrar, unas veces por falta de tiempo y la verdad es que por hacerlos en otro momento en lugar de hacerlos durante la. Sesión. Con el Excalibur esto ha cambiado radicalmente y ahora hacer mis Flats solo me toma un momento y sobre todo me aseguro de tenerlos bien hechos.
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Hello, is the angle adjustable when opening the flat panel? I have literally on all sides equipment on the scope. And if not, what is the standard angle between closed and fully open?
Thank you for getting back on this one.
Do you plan to add further sizes, such as the popular William Optics Redcat 71? I would buy one for my small observatory.
Como se adjunta el panel al brazo robótico? Mediante pegamento??? Con esos rectángulos rojos que se ven en el brazo robótico?
Flawless... simple and perfect operation. Very happy with it.