Upgrading an ST-10XMEI

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  1. Simon Davies

    Simon Davies Standard User

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    Hello everyone,

    I have been using my trusty ST-7XME (and a parallel 7E before that) for many years, but have acquired an ST-10XMEI.

    My old ST-7 XME has both water cooling and the guide sensor which the 10XMEI lack.

    Is it possible to swap components and upgrade my ST-10? I think the guide sensor is a long-shot as both the size of sensor and firmware are obvious stumbling blocks, but the water cooling might be achievable....

    Any guidance or advice gratefully received - thanks in advance.

    Simon Davies
    Bedford, UK
     
    Simon Davies, Oct 19, 2018
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  2. Bill

    Bill SBIG Service and Repairs Staff Member

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    Simon,

    I'm sorry, the guiding ccd in the ST-7 is not interchangeable with the ST-10 and there are no longer parts available to perform the upgrades you're looking to do.

    Regards,

    Bill
     
    Bill, Oct 19, 2018
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    Bill,

    Thanks for your reply - that's a shame, but pretty much what I expected. I'll just use the camera as-is.

    Do you know if the components for the water cooling are interchangeable, please?

    Thanks,

    Simon.
     
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  4. Bill

    Bill SBIG Service and Repairs Staff Member

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    Yes, the Heat Exchanger (the black heat sink) can be moved to the ST-10.

    -Bill
     
    Bill, Oct 22, 2018
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  5. Simon Davies

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    That’s great to know - I may do this!

    Thanks,

    Simon.
     
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