Celestron Eclipsmart Solar Filter - 6" SCT
$166.00
Instantly transform your normal Celestron 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes (6" SCT) into a yellow-light solar telescope.
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Description
Instantly transform your normal Celestron 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes (6" SCT) into a yellow-light solar telescope (complete list of 6" SCT look in the description section)
- SOLAR SAFE TELESCOPE FILTER: Filter conforms to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard for filters directly viewing the Sun. The ideal tool for viewing eclipses, sunspots, or the Sun any day!
- WORKS WITH YOUR EXISTING TELESCOPE: Compatible with Celestron 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.
- SAFE, SNUG FIT: Two hook and loop straps keep your filter securely attached to your telescope’s objective.
- SOLAR FILM MADE IN THE USA: Our Solar Safe film is produced in the USA by American Paper Optics, one of the suppliers recommended by NASA for safe solar viewing.
- GREAT VIEWS AND IMAGES: This filter features an orange tint, producing a natural look perfect for visual observing and capturing images through your telescope.
INCLUDES THESE CELESTRON TECHNOLOGIES
With two Velcro straps and four self-adhesive Velcro pads for added safety, you can be assured that the solar filter cannot be accidentally knocked off and will provide Solar Safe, ISO compliant viewing
List of 6" SCT:
- C6 Optical Tube
- Advanced VX 6" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope
- NexStar 6SE e
- NexStar Evolution 6
- StarSense Explorer DX6” Schmidt Cassegrain
- SkyProdigy 6"
- Astro Fi 6” Schmidt Cassegrain
Solar Safe Technology
EclipSmart solar products feature Solar Safe filter technology—the ultimate protection from harmful solar radiation, including IR and UV light, plus 99.999% of visible light.
Important safety note: inspect your filter before every use. Do not use and discard if damaged, torn, punctured, or separated from the frame in any way.
Specifications
| Telescope Compatibility: | Celestron 6" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes |
| Filter clear aperture: | 128.5mm (5.06") |
| Filter diameter (external): | 184mm (7.24") |
| Filter diameter (internal): | 174mm (6.85") |
| Filter material: | Scratch resistant polymer produced by American Paper Optics |
| Filter thickness: | 24mm (0.94") |
| Solar image color: | Orange |
| Nylon safety straps: | Two 1" x 4" hook and loop straps, Four 1" x 1" hook and loop Tabs |
| Weight: | 2.6 oz (74 g) |
| Solar Warning |
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