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wiseguy4u

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How can I find the focal point of my 2.4m prime focus dish.
Is it the manufactured centered or will I have to find
it myself. If so what is the geometric calculation
or formula? Or will I have to find it by trial and error.
 
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there is a formula. wikipedia parabolic reflector. it's something like diameter squared divided by (depthx16)
 
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The formula is HERE.
 
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