Microsoft HD-6000 AstroCam Mod

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This housing holds the sensor from a Microsoft HD-6000 webcam. The 2" nosepiece fits into a telescope. 3 micrometers refers to the pixel spacing on this webcam. Useful as a planetary cam, or print a 2" - EF adapter to use on a Canon lens for a guide camera (see https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3337856). For a more in depth description, please see https://td0g.ca/2019/01/05/telescope-mount-diy-tracker-v3/ . 2019-03-07: There are now two versions included: a 1" long tapered nosepiece and (per Baelyn's request) a 1.5" long straight nosepiece. Steps: 1. Disassemble HD-6000 webcam. Keep the two sensor-mounting screws! 2. Use those screws to mount the webcam on the body of this housing 3. Mount the cover onto the housing using 3 or 6 M6 x 10mm screws. 8 - 12mm long screws would also work. NOTE - PLA can transmit a small amount of light. If you use a low % infill, then paint the inside of the housing to prevent light transmission!