Astrozap Flexible Dew Shields are essential accessories for telescope owners. They are versatile, waterproof tools designed to prevent dew from forming on a telescope's objective lens by adjusting to different telescope sizes and shapes. Their flexible design allows for easy attachment and adjustment ensuring a secure fit and optimal protection. It enhances image clarity with its incorporated ventilation system that effectively mitigates internal condensation. It enhances image quality and allows for better night sky views.
When watching the sky any time of the day or season, the telescope can be exposed to common occurrence that can significantly compromise image quality. Exposure is very important hence adding a flexi dew shield is beneficial. Checkout the video below to know more about the importance of exposure time.
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Astrozap Flexible Dew Shield for Celestron
The Astrozap Flexible Dew Shield for Celestron is a crucial accessory for Celestron C11 CPC, CPC Deluxe, and NexStar Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. It is designed to reduce dew buildup and block stray light. Made from high-quality ABS-grade polymers. It fits securely with Velcro fasteners and features internal padding for protection. Ideal for 11" NexStar and CPC 1100 models. It ensures clear, dew-free observation sessions in any weather.
AstroZap Flexible Dew Shield with Sidebar Notch
The AstroZap Flexible Dew Shield with Sidebar Notch for Celestron is a crucial accessory for Celestron 9.25" Advanced VX SCT, EdgeHD, and NexStar Evolution telescopes. This is designed to reduce dew buildup on the corrector plate. It offers protection against dew and stray light and prevents scratches. This fits optical tubes with a 268 mm outside diameter. Made in the USA.
AstroZap Flexible Dew Shield with Top and Bottom Notches for Select Celestron 8" Telescopes
The AstroZap Flexible Dew Shield with Top and Bottom Notches for Select Celestron 8" Telescopes is an accessory created to prevent dew and frost accumulation on Celestron 8" SCT and EdgeHD telescopes. It features top and bottom notches and fits around dovetails. Made from high-quality ABS-grade polymers. Its compact design and padded lining make it ideal for star parties and dark-sky adventures, ensuring clear and fog-free views.
Astrozap Flexible Dew Shield for Meade 16" Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes
The Astrozap Flexible Dew Shield for Meade 16″ Schmidt– Cassegrain Telescopes (model AZ‑115) is a high-quality, passive dew-fighting solution crafted specifically for Meade 16″ SCTs (like LX90, LX200, and LX850 ACF) and any optical tube approximately 444 mm in diameter. Made from durable, black ABS plastic with an interior line of moisture-absorbing felt, it effectively blocks stray light while preventing radiative cooling that leads to dew.
Astrozap Flexi-Shield Flexible Dew Shield for Celestron NexStar 90 SLT and C90 Telescopes
href="https://www.highpointscientific.com/astrozap-flexi-shield-flexible-dew-shield-for-celestron-nexstar-90-slt-mak-c90-telescopes-az-103-c">The Astrozap Flexi‑Shield® Flexible Dew Shield for Celestron NexStar 90 SLT and C90 (model AZ‑103‑C) is a compact, passive dew-fighting accessory tailored to the dimensions of these Maksutov‑Cassegrain telescopes. Crafted from high-quality ABS polymer, it features a soft felt lining that helps absorb moisture and reduce stray light, enhancing contrast during observation. The shield wraps snugly around the OTA using padded Velcro fasteners that protect your telescope's finish and allow tool-free installation.
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Dew may be an utter headache for astronomers, particularly visual astronomers and astrophotographers. The pictures will appear much less distinct while looking through your eyepiece, with what looks to be a film stretched over your field of vision. Bright stars and planets will have strange fuzzy halos around them, and many objects may vanish entirely.
Dew building up on a telescope's lenses or mirrors can compromise its ability to transmit light, resulting in fuzzy pictures and decreased functionality. When the telescope's optics cool down to the dew point, water vapor in the atmosphere condenses on the surfaces, starting the dew-creation process. This is a frequent occurrence, particularly in high humidity places throughout the night.
Several practical methods may be used to lessen the effects of dew on telescope performance. One of the easiest and most popular fixes is using dew warmers or shields. Dew shields are extended hoods or tubes fastened to the telescope's front end. They act as a barrier to keep outside air from coming into contact with the optics directly. By enabling the telescope to achieve thermal equilibrium with the surrounding atmosphere, these shields lessen the temperature disparity that causes dew to develop.
The Astrozap Flexi dew shield is a practical solution to dew related challenges. Unlike some competing dew shields, which may compromise optical clarity or add unnecessary weight to the telescope, the Astrozap Flexi Dew Shield strikes a harmonious balance between functionality and design. The careful selection of materials and intelligent engineering result in a product that excels in its primary function and enhances the telescope's overall performance.
The Astrozapdew shield's flexibility allows it to be easily rolled up for convenient storage and transportation, making it a practical and user-friendly accessory for astronomers on the go. The material's adaptability ensures the dew shield fits like a glove on a wide range of telescope models, regardless of their size or shape. This adaptability is further enhanced by including adjustable Velcro straps, providing a secure and customizable attachment to the telescope.
Astrozap dew shields include top and bottom notches designed to accommodate upper and lower dovetail bars seamlessly. This compatibility showcases Astrozap's commitment to providing a comprehensive dew prevention system. It is also great news that Astrozap manufactured them to fit various telescope brands.
Celestron Schmidt- Cassegrain Telescopes and other telescopes with a diameter of 396 mm users must go with Astrozap Flexible Dew Shield for Celestron CGX-L 1400 Fastar SCT and EdgeHD. On the other hand, The Astrozap 14" SCT Dew Shield fits the Meade LX200 ACF Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope. It does not have a dovetail notch. See more options only at High Point, your one-stop shop for stargazing needs!
Learn more about how essential dew shields can be by reading our guide to Thermally Optimizing Your Telescope, and see what other options you have in our Dew Solutions article. You can also find more options for tackling dew in our Dew and Moisture Protection accessories collection.
