2.25 m²
1.5 × 1.5 m
1 large telescope
For those with limited space. A strong, weather-resistant and low-maintenance shelter for one serious instrument, operated fully remotely.
Designed & manufactured in Australia
Roll‑off roof observatories
A reliable, low-maintenance home for your telescopes. Aluminium channel and panels built to endure the weather, with smooth manual operation or fully remote, motorised control.
- Standard sizes
- 1.5 × 1.5 to 3 × 4 m
- Channel & panels
- Aluminium
- Operation
- Manual or remote
- Custom sizes
- On request
01 — The range
Three footprints. One standard of build.
Every size shares the same aluminium construction and roll-off mechanism — pick the footprint that fits your instruments.
9 m²
3 × 3 m
Up to 2 large or 3 small-to-medium telescopes
Compact yet versatile — an excellent choice for shared observatories, research projects or private setups with several instruments.
12 m²
3 × 4 m
Up to 4 large or 5 small-to-medium telescopes
Extra space and flexibility for research institutions, astronomy clubs and advanced private observatories.
02 — Configure
Build yours in two choices.
Choose a footprint, then decide how you open the sky — by hand, or motorised for remote imaging from anywhere.
A$23,000
03 — The build
Strong, simple, made to last.
Roll-off roofs blend strength, functionality and flexibility — a dependable choice for private astronomers and professional research alike.
Aluminium channel & panels
Durable, weather-resistant and low-maintenance, giving long-lasting protection and stability for your instruments.
Smooth roll-off
The whole roof rolls clear on its own frame, opening a full, unobstructed view of the sky in moments.
Manual or fully remote
Open it by hand, or motorise it and run the observatory remotely as part of an automated imaging setup.
Upgrade
Roll Off Roof Motor Kit
Motorise a roll-off roof, with a weatherproof control cabinet ready for automation — fit it from day one or add it later.
A$4,950
04 — Custom builds
Need a different size?
Our roll-off roofs can be custom designed to suit your site, equipment and operational needs — and we can handle planning approvals, delivery and installation too.
05 — Shop the kits
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Observatory kits
Observatory Kits
1.5m x 1.5m Roll Off Roof Observatory – Full Motorised Operation – Remote Imaging
A$11,999Guide price
Observatory Kits
3m x 3m Roll Off Roof Observatory – Full Motorised Operation – Remote Imaging
A$23,000Guide price
Observatory Kits
3m x 4m Roll Off Roof Observatory – Full Motorised Operation – Remote Imaging
A$25,500Guide price
Talk to an engineer
Let’s build your observatory.
Tell us about your site, equipment and goals — we’ll come back with advice, a quote and lead times. From a single pier plate to a complete remote observatory.