Apertura AD6 Solar Filter
A Must Have Solar Filter for Your AD6!
Bring the power of solar viewing to your Apertura 6” Dobsonian! Made in the USA and constructed with high quality solar film, this AD6 Solar Filter provides a safe way to get up close and personal with the Sun at 1200mm of focal length. Be impressed by the stunning clarity seen through your eyepiece and revel at the ever changing solar activity on our nearest star.
With safety being of the utmost importance, precision craftsmanship of textured ABS plastic, four PETG solar safety retainers, and robust elastic tightly secures this AD6 Solar Filter to the front of your Dobsonian. Important note: Always ensure proper installation before any observing session. Never look through the eyepiece without the solar filter correctly positioned. The very narrow bandpass of sunlight allowed through the premium solar film allows solar details to become evident while protecting your eyes. Enjoy high contrast views of the Sun in white light, and be amazed by the sunspots and other activities on the solar surface. Snag one of these AD6 Solar Filters just in time for the once in a lifetime experience of the April 8th 2024 total solar eclipse!
Upgrade Your Apertura 6” Dobsonian Experience with the AD6 Solar Filter!
With equisite build quality and the opportunity to witness captivating solar activity yourself, this AD6 Solar Filter is an essential accessory for any astronomy enthusiast. Read more about this incredible solar filter below!
Get to Know Our Closest Star
Known as a solar cycle, the Sun undergoes periods of high activity and low activity. These processes happen every 11 years on average, and can be monitored through the ever changing solar surface. Thanks to the innovation from Apertura, see this solar activity for yourself! The AD6 Solar Filter is the perfect companion for your Apertura 6” Dobsonian, and allows you to view our Sun’s dynamic nature in peak clarity.
Premier Craftsmanship Built for Your 6" Dobsonian
Designed specifically for the Apertura AD6 Dobsonian, this Solar Filter fits snuggly over the objective of your telescope. The strong, robust elastic straps fasten to the secondary support knobs with the orange PETG solar retainers. The inclusion of four attachment points keeps this AD6 Solar Filter flush against your telescope and prevents stray light from entering your optics. As a white light filter, the choice solar film delivers exceptional performance and peak sharpness!
Astronomy Hub: Your one-stop-shop for Astrophotography Knowledge!
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