June 21, 2026
Description
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Allsky Camera's Inspired by the Thomas Jacquin concept - Turn your RaspberryPi into a full time observatory of the sky. Generate nightly timelapses, startrials and long exposures to document the night sky. Some examples of Allsky Images taken over the years:
Version3 (V3) Dome is the result of several years optimization & remains fully compatible with the original Allsky Camera tub and bases previously released. This maximises compatibility between components and limits print time for upgrades.
To help you navigate the Allsky bill of material I have created a BOM Navigation Tool available here (external link)
Design Improvements - visualisation of the key improvements over the previous release
V3 Dome Exploded Assembly
Sensor Specific Camera Cones
Both ZWO and PiHQ camera types are supported with V3 with a greater use of common components
Pi HQ Camera, 12MP with CS type-Lens (2.5-2.8mm) preferred with standard shutter. Tripod support removed before assembly.
ZWO Camera type ASI676MC ASI678MC, ASI664MC, ASI662MC camera with external diameter of 62mm and overall height of 37mm (excluding lens). ZWO Installation Requires 90 USB3 TypeB Down Connector & Cable. ZWO sensors with similar dimension will also fit.
Check out this short video of cone assembly; click-in-place assembly without hardware:
Tubs (Included)
Three Tub variants included, compatible with both PiHQ and ZWO Domes. The RaspberryPi board supported by an electronics cradle that remains loose in the housing for maximum installation flexibility.
Bases (Included)
5 Base variants included for different installation and power options. Bases without plate have 8mm hole for standard 1/4" Tripod thread Inserts
Expansion Packs (Not included)
A fully modular allsky range & upgrades are available through my printables store
Explore the component list for each kit using the V3 Allsky Part Navigation Tool
free download on printables.com Experimental Status | |
V3.1 Electronics Cradle (NEW!) free download on printables.com Offers additional features over the standard cradle - including fixation points for stepper motor drivers. |
Non Printed Parts
Buy components globally available from online retailers - further details provided in attached PDF
3.5” ACYRLIC DOME by JMX Optical
Some regional amazon sites do not directly list the Dome from JMX Optical. Purchasing through Amazon.com (USA) and selecting delivery to your region can work around this limitation of some Amazon Listings (i.e. Amazon.de) Links to try: Amazon.it // Amazon.com // Ebay
Revisions - 8 June 2026 - V3.1
Zwo retainer fixation updated to 4mm hole for M3 inserts
Added fixation points to cone assembly - will be used for future cradle assembly.
License:
Standard Digital File License
ChrisE
