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3M Observatory Dome

๐Ÿ›ฐ๏ธ 3M Observatory Dome - 2025 Specification

  • ๐Ÿ—๏ธ Complete Observatory: Dome Cap + Base Wall Structure
  • ๐Ÿ“ Outer Diameter: 3 Meters | Height: 3 โ€“ 3.2 Meters
  • โš–๏ธ Weight: Approx. 300 โ€“ 400 kg
  • ๐Ÿšช Opening Shutter Width: 900โ€“1000 mm
  • ๐Ÿ”ญ Shutter Window Clearance: 950โ€“1000 mm | Zenith Access: โ‰ฅ 95ยฐ
  • ๐Ÿ” Dual Pulley Manual Shutter System | Front Shutter Length: 700โ€“800 mm
  • ๐Ÿงฑ Material: Lightweight Composite FRP | Modular Design
  • ๐ŸงŠ PUFF Insulated (Approx. 25 mm) | Flanges 4โ€“6 mm | Fully Carpeted Interior(Available as addon)
  • ๐Ÿ›ž Azimuth Rotation: Smooth via Multi-Roller Track Mechanism

โš™๏ธ Automation Drive Options

  • โ›“๏ธ Chain Drive System for Upper Shutter
  • โš™๏ธ Metal Gear Drive for Azimuth Rotation
  • ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Mechanical Drive for Front Shutter
  • ๐Ÿ›‘ Limit Switches for Safety
  • ๐Ÿ’ป Control Options: Manual | PC-based | Semi-Automated (Backorder) | ASCOM Compatible (Future)

๐Ÿ—๏ธ Site Preparation & Installation

๐Ÿงฑ Client must prepare dome base construction. ๐Ÿ“ Vorion will share technical drawings in advance.
๐Ÿ“ฆ For Pier purchases, FOUNDATION TEMPLATE will be shipped prior to site work.

๐Ÿงฉ Add-On Accessories

๐ŸŒ Our Observatory Installations Map

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Use Ctrl + Scroll to zoom the map

๐Ÿž๏ธ Installation Gallery

โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Is the 3M Observatory Dome made in India?

Yes. It is completely manufactured at our factory in Bapunagar, Ahmedabad using in-house FRP fabrication and insulation techniques.

๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ Do you offer installation services across India?

Yes. Our trained engineering team installs domes across all Indian states as per scheduled project timelines.

๐ŸŽจ Can I request custom modifications like color or extra reinforcement?

Yes, clients can request color matching, added thickness or custom insulation at the time of order. Email us at support@vorionscientific.com.

๐Ÿงฑ What should be ready before installation?

The client must coordinate civil masonry for the base. Once done, our team will take over for dome setup and integration.

๐Ÿ”Œ Can you supply telescope, pier, mount and camera as turnkey?

Absolutely. We specialize in complete observatory systems โ€“ dome, pier, telescope, mount, camera and software control.

๐ŸŒŒ Ready to build your own observatory?

Contact us today for custom-built 3M domes with accessories, installation, and turnkey solutions.

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