Bob's Knobs Celestron 9.25" SCT

Bob's Knobs offers knobs for all versions of the Celestron 9.25" f/10 SCT secondary with either standard or metric collimation screws, including Fastar, non-Fastar, and EdgeHD versions. Select knobs for your telescope from the list below. Please use care to select the correct knobs for your telescope. Each knob set is different and they are not interchangeable. Price is for a complete set of knobs.

Special Note: The Celestron 9.25" SCT uses either standard 6-32 or metric M3 collimation screws. Allen, silver Phillips, and set-style factory collimation screws have standard threads. Most black Phillips screws are metric. See the hints for more information. If you order knobs with the wrong screws, contact us.

Knobs for C9.25 f/10 Secondary with Standard Collimation Screw Threads

Part: C9.25std

1. Silver factory collimation screws have standard threads. Our hints will help you determine which screws are on your telescope. Make sure the knob threads match the factory screw threads before installing the knobs.
2. The factory dust cover will fit normally with Bob's Knobs installed.
3. Knobs include a set of long spacers so they clear the secondary housing lip.
4. Celestron 9.25" SCTs manufactured prior to 2006 have standard collimation screw threads.

Knobs for C9.25 f/10 Secondary (non-Fastar) with Metric Collimation Screw Threads

Part: C9.25metBO (black oxide steel); C9.25metSS (stainless steel)

1. Black Phillips factory collimation screws usually have metric threads, but some black Phillips screws have standard threads. Our hints will help you determine which screws are on your telescope. Make sure the knob threads match the factory screw threads before installing the knobs.
2. Black oxide steel (shown in photo) is for dry environments. Lightly oil the knob top and knob serrations periodically as an anti-corrosion measure. Stainless steel provides better corrosion protection in coastal or high humidity areas, or in places where dew or other condensation is common.
3. These knobs sit inside the tall lip around the perimeter of the secondary, so they may be hard to grasp with two fingers. Adjustments can be made using a thumb or finger against the inside edge of the knob.
4. The factory dust cover will fit normally with Bob's Knobs installed.
5. If your telescope has a factory-installed plastic cap over the collimation screws, it must be removed and set aside when Bob's Knobs are installed. The cover is cosmetic only and will not affect operation of the scope.

Knobs for C9.25 f/10 Secondary with Metric Collimation Screw Threads and "Trifid" Fastar Housing

Part: C9.25fst

1. These knobs fit only the Celestron 9.25" f/10 SCT with a Fastar secondary which has black Phillips factory collimation screws that are recessed into the secondary housing. These knobs will fit C9.25 Fastar telescopes with or without EdgeHD optics.
2. Collimation screws on these telescopes are small with very fine threads. Knobs must be tightened gently (just enough to hold the secondary in place) to prevent damage to either the knob or secondary assembly.
3. Knobs include a set of long spacers so they sit slightly above the rotary cover opening.
4. The factory dust cover will fit normally with Bob's Knobs installed.
5. The rotary secondary cover must remain open when the knobs are installed. The cover is cosmetic only and will not affect operation of the telescope.