EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 2" CLS Nebula Filter

One of the most important obstacles for the exploration of the night sky is the brightening of the night sky by artificial lights, such as streetlights. The night sky is not really dark in the vicinity of towns or cities, which reduces the visibility of objects beyond the solar system enormously. Depending on the type of the celestial object, it is possible to dramatically increase the contrast by blocking annoying artificial light. The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC UHC filter "zeros in" on the wavelengths of so-called emission nebulae. Those objects glow in special colours - their emission lines. Those emission lines are linked to chemical elements - in this case hydrogen at 486nm and 656nm, plus oxygen at 496nm and 501nm. The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC UHC nebula filter blocks all other colour wavelengths (and thereby nearly all of artificial light) and only the emission line of the hydrogen and oxygen can pass the filter. The result is astonishing: suddenly nebulae are visible at locations that were completely invisible from, without filters. In suburban skies, for example the Owl-nebula M97, the Veil-nebula NGC 6992 or even the bright Dumbell-nebula M27 are not clearly visible. Using this filter allows you to see nebulae and their structures in much finer detail. A must for every visual observer. The Explore Scientific nebula filters come with a individual test certificate - your guarantee to receive a premium filter.

A very good diagonal mirror for telescopes with 2" focuser and for the BRESSER Messier telescopes with a 2.5"- HEX focuser. Enables the use of eyepieces and accessories with 2" barrel, so that a wider field of view can be reached. A larger light beam and a comfortable observation position is achieved by this 2 inch zenith mirror. Especially for use with refractors and for zenith observations a useful accessory.  The clamping ring is made of brass, so there will be no scratch marks on your high-quality eyepiece. The precise clamping is another advantage. The BRESSER 2" Diagonal Mirror is completely made of metal and has a very accurate flat mirror. The dielectrical coating delivers a 93% reflectance and is very durable against enviromental influences. FEATURES Star diagonal mirror for focuser with 2" barrel High quailty flat mirror Dielectrical mirror coating delivers a 93% reflectance Very durable against enviromental influencesEyepiece adapter 1.25/2.0 inch includedBrass eyepiece clamping ring Housing completely made of metal Dust caps included SCOPE OF DELIVERY diagonal mirroreyepice adapter 1.25/2.0 inch dust caps

After three years of testing and refining we are extremely proud to present the new Explore Scientific High Resolution (HR) Coma Corrector. This corrector is a class of it´s own - it is fully functional for visual use and expands the focal length by only 6%! The Explore Scientific Coma Correktor is delivered as a complete set together with a rotating helical focuser with laser-etched scale, so you get a full package: corrector, adaptor to T2 (M42x0.75mm), adaptor to M48 (M48x0.75) and the helical focuser for visual fun. This coma corrector really is "high resolution" - it deliveres a visual polystrehl performance of 0,98 at f/4 and 0,96 at f/3! So it can stay in the telescope - and you will not only enjoy a tack-sharp Jupiter, but aslo sharp and defined moons in the future! What this means in terms of performance is shown in the three pictures with the graphs - the sharpness increase in those comparisons with and without corrector are stunning (examples are 400mm f/4, f/3,5 and f/3). Please notice: These graphs are for FLAT FIELD! You will get this performance without refocussing! Diameter of the field is 30mm - it doesn´t make sense to increase this with 2" and fast optical systems. Length of the 2" corrector barrel is approx. 85mm and it can be used with almost all 2" focusers on the market. To use the HR Coma Corrector visually, you need to have at least 32mm spare inward travel at your focuser, while the focus is on the same plane as the focusers end. Photographically there is no problem - the HR Coma Corrector shifts the focus outward by about 35mm, so that you will have no problem in achieving focus, when you are able to focus your camera without the HR Coma Corrector. FEATURESEliminates coma, field-curvature and astigmatism in newtonians Diffraction limited performance on axis and in the field Flattens the field Works for very fast systems down to f/3 Four-lens construction Can be used with almost all 2" focusers on the market SCOPE OF DELIVERY High Resolution (HR) Coma Corrector Adaptor to T2 (M42x0.75mm) Adaptor to M48 (M48x0.75) Helical focuser

Universally usable variable polarizing filter with a  2" filter thread.This variable polarizing filter allows for a continuous adjustment of the image brightness. This is very helpful to level strong differences in contrast of different observation objects individually. Particularly for lunar and planetary observations but also for solar observations this filter prevents an outshining of details.Solar observations ONLY together with an adequate solar filter !!! Particularly when a Herschel wedge is used and with large objective lens apertures the use of the variable polarizing filter can reduce the brightness of the observation object to a confortable level. The large adjustment range of 40% to 1% light transmission and the neutral grey filter effect create a comfortable and unadulterated image.The handling is very simple. The desired filtering level is set by turning the two sides of the housing against each other.A 2.0" filter thread on both sides (female/male) allow for the simultaneous use of additional colour filters.FEATURESvariable polarizing filterindividually adjustable image brightnessmade from high-quality optical glassblack anodized aluminium housing2.0" filter thread on both sidesSCOPE OF DELIVERYpolarizing filterprotective box

You will be able to buy this NEW BRESSER PRODUCT from December 2024!With the new BRESSER PushTo AR-80/400 Smart Telescope, admiring the beauty of the night sky has never been easier. Thanks to the modern app, navigating the firmament becomes a breeze – the ideal start for anyone eager to dive into the exciting world of astronomy! Smart all-rounder for astronomy beginners Moon, planets, star clusters, and brighter nebulae – with the BRESSER PushTo Navigation Smart App, you can enjoy the view of fascinating celestial bodies through the telescope in just a few seconds. How about taking snapshots of the moon? It’s easy with the included smartphone adapter. The sun's breathtaking sights aren't to be missed either; observe and photograph it safely with the provided solar filter through the PushTo AR-80/400. A true all-round telescope for both day and night! Get started immediately with the smart telescope The telescope is very easy to operate and can be started without much effort. The first steps only involve downloading the BRESSER PushTo Navigation Smart App and a brief initialization of the telescope. Then you will immediately see the current viewing direction via crosshairs on the star map displayed on the connected mobile device. This is made possible by the sensors integrated in the telescope and the Bluetooth connection to your mobile device. And thanks to the slip clutches built into both axes, you can easily move and adjust the optical instrument by hand. Clever celestial navigation with the smart telescope Once set up, simply select any object on the PushTo Navigation star map via touch, and navigation begins. The displayed direction arrows, which change in length and colour as you approach the object, guide you reliably to your destination. Meanwhile your telescope’s movements are mirrored on the star map in real time. Once you reach the destination, you can immediately marvel at the desired celestial body. Alternatively, you can choose an object from the extensive database. Or make it even easier and opt for one of the preset sky tours for spring, summer, autumn, and winter. And you can quickly enjoy observing your favourite objects over and over again – just save them! Impressive optics for compact and extensive objects The powerful refracting telescope with an aperture of 80 mm shows you many of the most popular celestial bodies particularly bright and contrast-rich. The moderate focal length of 400 mm also allows for beautiful broad views of large objects such as open star clusters and bright nebulae. Additionally, you will definitely be amazed when the moon craters and the Jupiter moons suddenly become visible through the smart telescope, and you perceive the famous ring of Saturn. Versatile celestial observation – with tripod or as a table device The included field tripod can be quickly adjusted to the appropriate height for comfortable use of the optical device. But even without a tripod, the smart telescope reliably shows you the wonders of the starry sky. That’s because the BRESSER PushTo AR-80/400 can be used as a super compact tabletop device. Ideal for quick observations at home or for your next trip to dark locations. Flexible power supply The telescope can be operated with 4 AA batteries or via a USB-C connection cable with a power bank or a power adapter (not included). FEATURES PushTo AR-80/400 refractor telescope with Bluetooth PushTo Navigation Smart App available for free download Easy finding and adjusting of objects using the app Telescope viewing direction displayed on the screen Motion changes are transmitted in real-time Large object database and sky tours available Refracting telescope with 80 mm aperture and 400 mm focal length Powerful wide-angle optics with which objects are clearly visible Field tripod included for comfortable working height Accessory shelf on the tripod and integrated into the telescope mount Telescope can also be used as a tabletop device without a tripod Telescope suitable for night and solar observation Snapshots of the moon and sun possible with a smartphone Required batteries: 4 x AA battery (not included) Alternative power supply: USB-C cable + power bank or power adapter (not included) Complete accessories and solar filter included Smartphone holder permanently mounted on the telescope tube Additional smartphone holder for eyepiece photography included Operating system: min. Android 10 / Windows 10/11 SCOPE OF DELIVERY BRESSER PushTo AR-80/400 Smart Telescope Field tripod with accessory shelf Eyepieces: 6 + 20 mm (1.25 inches) Barlow lens 2x Compass with bubble level Smartphone holder for eyepiece photography Aperture solar filter Instruction manual

Universally usable variable polarizing filter with a  2" filter thread.This variable polarizing filter allows for a continuous adjustment of the image brightness. This is very helpful to level strong differences in contrast of different observation objects individually. Particularly for lunar and planetary observations but also for solar observations this filter prevents an outshining of details.Solar observations ONLY together with an adequate solar filter !!! Particularly when a Herschel wedge is used and with large objective lens apertures the use of the variable polarizing filter can reduce the brightness of the observation object to a confortable level. The large adjustment range of 40% to 1% light transmission and the neutral grey filter effect create a comfortable and unadulterated image.The handling is very simple. The desired filtering level is set by turning the two sides of the housing against each other.A 2.0" filter thread on both sides (female/male) allow for the simultaneous use of additional colour filters.FEATURESvariable polarizing filterindividually adjustable image brightnessmade from high-quality optical glassblack anodized aluminium housing2.0" filter thread on both sidesSCOPE OF DELIVERYpolarizing filterprotective box

Besides air turbulence, the brightening of the night sky is the biggest obstacle to observing faint objects beyond the solar system. Street lamps and other artificial lighting mean that the sky in human settlements is no longer really black. This affects the contrast and thus the perception of deep-sky objects. Depending on the type of celestial object, however, part of disturbing artificial light can be filtered out, making it easier to observe fainter targets.The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC CITY LIGHT SUPRESSION - or CLS - filter uses the fact that the artificial lighting is not evenly distributed over the entire spectrum. These colours - in the case of the EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC CLS nebula filter, above all the typical colours of mercury and high-pressure lamps, used in street lighting - are suppressed, but the emissions of deep-sky objects are allowed through. With a slightly brightened sky, some relatively bright deep-sky objects are practically invisible with a telescope, for example the large galaxy M101. Using this filter makes observation much easier. A must have for any visual amateur astronomer.  The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC CLS can also be used as a useful photographic filter - helping to improve the quality of your telescopic deep sky photos.The EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC nebula filters are delivered with an individual test report - so you can be sure of receiving high-quality filters.SPECIFICATIONS:eliminates disturbing light - e.g. from street lightingenables observation of faint deep sky objectsWHAT'S INCLUDED:1x CLS filter

Universal Dark-Sky Filter with 77mm thread for photo lens. Contrast enhancing filter for Aurora- and Deep-Sky imaging. Especially during Aurora imaging the most important wavelength of 550nm (green) and 630nm (red) this filter let pass by 90%. In comparrision to CLS filters, the Explore Scientific Dark-Sky Filter is blocking also the yellow Sodium (Na) wave at 590nm which elliminates Sodium-lamp street illumination from your picture. This is very useful because the yellow light is always a partially mix of green and red light. Removing the yellow wave-length with any image processing software will always damping also the green and red coloring. For Aurory imaging this is of course not wanted. At these days of increasing light pollution, the Explore Scientific Dark-Sky Filter is absolutely recommended in order to take pictures also from urban conditions. Finally the slim housing design enables its use also with wide-field photo lens and doesn´t cause any vignetting. Pictures at night taken by Bernd Pröschold - www.sternstunden.netTest report:  http://www.sternstunden.net/filter-testing.html  FEATURES Deep Sky Filter Contrast enhancer for Aurora- and Deep-Sky imaging Wide field imaging of the milky-way, time lapse and landscape Lightpollution damping filter Ellimintates the yellow light which can´t be done by any imaging processing software Black anodized filter housing 77mm filter thgread for foto lens flat design of only 4mm height (slim) - no vignetting Ideal also for wide field foto lens Made from optical glass with Neodymoxid SCOPE OF DELIVERY Deep Sky Filter 77mm Dust protection case