Request a telescope kit
Ask about a starter receiver and amplifier for your classroom or community project.
Email rail@wvu.edu to request a kit. Educators and community organizers can ask while supplies last.
Include in your email
- Your school, organization, or community group.
- Your city and country.
- How you plan to use the telescope and when you hope to start.
- Equipment you already have and the number of kits requested.
What the starter kit includes
The kit supplies an SDR receiver and a low-noise amplifier for the 21 cm hydrogen line. It is not a complete telescope. You also need the horn, stand, cables, and a compatible computer. Review the complete parts overview before planning your build.
Availability and delivery
The lab will confirm availability, eligibility, any costs, shipping arrangements, and expected timing by email. Please wait for confirmation before relying on a kit for a scheduled class.
If kits are unavailable, Receiver Electronics lists parts and suppliers. Start a telescope build when your parts and software plan are ready.