Observatory Domes

ASH-DOME

In business for over 50 years, Ash-Dome is one of the most trusted names in dome observatories and tracking instrument shelters. Their designs are a direct result of suggestions received from professional astronomers, engineers and amateur stargazers. With outstanding features and options, Ash Domes can be found in many of the world’s most distinguished institutions.

Ash Domes are built precisely to customer specifications before being shipped to the observatory site for installation and they are priced to be compatible with budgets of schools and amateurs.

Ash Dome Styles

Ash-Dome

Starting at $18,030

WALK-IN

Starting at $70,000

SUB-BUILDING

Starting at $7,700

ASH-DOME Models

"R" MODEL

Sizes (diameter at the base ring): 8′ (2.44 m); 10′ 6″ (3.20 m); 12′ 6″ (3.81 m); 14′ 6″ (4.42 m); 16′ 6″ (5.03 m)
Standard Motors: 110/120v, 60 cycle, single phase; Optional: 220/230v, 50/60 cycle, single phase
Can be mounted on the Ash Wall Cylinder
REA – Electric Upper Shutter; Azimuth Drive
REB – Electric Upper and Lower Shutters; Azimuth Drive

"M" Model

Sizes (diameter at the base ring): 18′ 6″ (5.64 m); 20′ 6″ (6.25 m); 22′ 6″ (6.86 m); 24′ 6″ (7.47 m); 26′ 6″ (8.07 m); 28′ 6″ (8.68 m); 30′ 6″ (9.29 m)
Standard Motors: 220/230v, 50/60 cycle, single phase
MEA – Electric Upper Shutter; Azimuth Drive
MEBH – Electric Upper Shutter; Hydraulic Drop-Out Lower Shutter; Azimuth Drive