OPT expects that the Mitty Proline CPC Wedge will be VERY similar to the Meade model, and so I have left that information below for you to read. More up-to-date information will follow as soon as it is available from the manufacturer.
Mitty Industries, Inc. - Maker of the World-Famous Next Generation Wedge
The "Evolution Wedge"
"It is a marvel to behold and touch. Smooth, flawless, black obsidian perfection. I have monitored the progress of Frank's production run for months, seen the photos, studied the specs but nothing quite prepares you for the real thing. The weight, smooth blemish free finish, the joins almost impossible to feel. Everything fits perfectly. Sheer quality. Quality like Frank's labour of love really is well worth the wait and nothing competes." --From Dr. David Davies - UK
Over the last five years year the Superior Wedge has changed in a number of ways that have made the wedge better. It has "Evolved" into what it is now; a very popular hand assembled Precision Wedge for Meade 7-14" LX200GPS, 7-12" LX200 Classic, 8” – 14” LX200-ACF, & 10-14" LX400-ACF telescopes. Mitty Industries, Inc. contracted with two different shops for the manufacture of the components that make up this custom wedge. One CNC shop specializes in round work and will handle control rods, hand wheels, spacers, etc. The other CNC shop handles all the flat plate work. One of the requirements in choosing these shops was that they have a Quality Control regiment in place and that they were adequately staffed. With the Evolution Wedge being machined on CNC Vertical Machining Centers, it means that you will be getting a better product that is uniform in fit and finish. All aluminum used in the construction is certified and traceable by Certificates from our supplier. Nothing is sacrificed in the Evolution Wedge.
Made in the USA...
Mitty Industries, Inc. researches the source of all components used in the Wedges that they manufacture. By using local shops Mitty Industries Inc. indirectly employs over thirteen (13) people and every dollar spent generates four dollars in the economy. So your dollars go to support US jobs and good old blue-collar workers.
Specifications...
- Materials: Aluminum, Brass, and Stainless Steel
- Length: 15.0" measured at side frame
- Width: 10.5 to 10.540" width excluding Azimuth adjusting mechanism
- Height: 12.0 to top of side frame, excluding latitude plate
- Weight: Approximately 36 lbs.
- Range of Scopes: Supports Meade LX200 Series up to 14”, LX400-ACF Series up to 14”
- Fasteners: Black Oxide treated Stainless Steel
Changes for 2006...
- Addition of the Simpson Notch with a ramped entry for the top bolt when mounting the scope.
- Better radius treatment of the Latitude Plate making it very user friendly
- Edwards “Six-Shooter” style Hand Wheels with integrated hubs
- Captive Latitude Control Assembly using precision thrust bearings
All Evolution Wedges are still assembled one at a time by Frank at Mitty Industries, Inc. and then packed in a box with all required hardware. Every Wedge is secured for shipment using expand-in-place foam, providing the very best in protection during shipment regardless if it's just around the corner or around the world.
The image shown is that of a Evolution Wedge for the Meade LX200 series. The mounting plate will obviously look different for the Celestron CPC, but the rest of the wedge should look very similar.
