The Astrozap AZ-153 Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield engineered for the Celestron 8" Schmidt-Cassegrain and RASA 8. Upper and lower dovetail notches ensure it fits neatly on current CGX, CGEM, Advanced VX and NexStar models without fouling the rails.

Why a dew shield matters on a C8

The C8 is one of the most popular imaging and visual scopes in Australia, but the exposed corrector attracts dew quickly on clear nights. A passive Flexi-Shield dramatically delays dew formation, protects against stray light, and improves contrast on planets, the Moon and deep-sky targets.

Features

• Twin dovetail notches (upper and lower) for broad compatibility
• Felt-lined interior absorbs moisture and reduces glare
• Durable ABS polymer build
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure for a secure, finish-safe fit
• Rolls up flat for travel

Compatible Celestron 8" telescopes

• CGX 800 SCT and CGX 800 EdgeHD
• CGEM II 800 SCT and CGEM II 800 EdgeHD
• Advanced VX 8" SCT and Advanced VX 8" EdgeHD
• NexStar 8SE
• NexStar Evolution 8
• RASA 8

Proudly made in the USA.

The Astrozap AZ-150 Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield purpose-built for the Celestron 9.25" Schmidt-Cassegrain, featuring both upper and lower dovetail notches for maximum compatibility across the current Celestron 9.25" range.

Fight dew, boost contrast

A dew shield is the simplest, most reliable way to keep the corrector plate clear during long imaging runs or cold observing sessions. The Flexi-Shield also blocks stray light from neighbouring street lamps and the Moon for noticeably sharper views.

Features

• Upper and lower dovetail notches fit both top and bottom rails
• Felt-lined interior for moisture control and contrast
• ABS polymer construction for long field life
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure protects your tube finish
• Rolls flat for transport and storage

Compatible Celestron 9.25" telescopes

• CGX-L 925 SCT and CGX-L 925 EdgeHD
• CGX 925 SCT and CGX 925 EdgeHD
• CGEM II 925 SCT and CGEM II 925 EdgeHD
• Advanced VX 9.25" SCT and Advanced VX 9.25" EdgeHD
• NexStar Evolution 9.25

Proudly made in the USA.

The Astrozap AZ-116 Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield designed to fit Celestron 6" Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, with a notch to accommodate the side-mounted dovetail bar. It's an essential accessory for any SCT owner looking to extend observing sessions and protect image contrast.

Why you need a dew shield

Dew forms quickly on exposed corrector plates during cool Australian nights, cutting a session short. A dew shield slows dew formation by shielding the corrector from the cold night sky, while also blocking stray light from streetlamps and the Moon for noticeably sharper, higher-contrast views.

Key features

• Passive dew prevention that works without power or heaters
• Felt-lined interior absorbs moisture and suppresses internal reflections
• High-grade ABS polymer construction for durability in the field
• VELCRO® Brand fasteners with padded backing for a secure, non-marring fit
• Rolls up flat for easy transport to dark-sky sites and star parties
• Dovetail notch clears the Celestron finder shoe / side mounting rail

Compatible telescopes

• Celestron NexStar 6 SE
• Celestron 6" SCT OTAs

Proudly made in the USA.

The Astrozap AZ-117 Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield designed for the Celestron NexStar 5 SE, with a notch cut to clear the side-mounted dovetail bar. It's the easiest upgrade you can make to extend observing time on dewy nights.

More observing, better contrast

On a compact 5" SCT the corrector plate fogs up fast. The Flexi-Shield creates a pocket of slightly warmer, still air in front of the optic and blocks stray light from the surrounding environment, resulting in longer sessions and crisper views.

Features

• Notch for the NexStar side bar so the shield sits flush
• Felt-lined interior for moisture absorption and stray-light control
• Quality ABS polymer construction
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure won't scratch your tube
• Rolls up small for easy packing

Compatible telescopes

• Celestron NexStar 5 SE

Proudly made in the USA.

The Astrozap AZ-148 Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield made for the Celestron 11" Schmidt-Cassegrain family, including EdgeHD and RASA 11 variants. Upper and lower dovetail notches keep the shield clear of the mounting rails on current CGX and CGEM II tubes.

Protect your optics, protect your session

On an 11" SCT, a dewed corrector can end a night's imaging in minutes. The Flexi-Shield passively slows dew formation, blocks stray light from the Moon and nearby lighting, and improves contrast on everything from planets to faint galaxies.

Features

• Upper and lower dovetail notches for full compatibility
• Felt-lined interior for moisture control and anti-glare
• Rugged ABS polymer body
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure for a snug, finish-safe fit
• Rolls up flat for transport

Compatible Celestron 11" telescopes

• CGX-L 1100 SCT, EdgeHD and RASA
• CGX 1100 SCT, EdgeHD and RASA
• CGEM II 1100 SCT and EdgeHD

Proudly made in the USA.

Meade 10 SCT Flexi-Shield® Flexible Dew Shield, No Notch. Fits 10" LX90 and LX200 ACF.

The Astrozap AZ-114-C Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield sized for the Celestron 14" Schmidt-Cassegrain. This version has no dovetail notch and fits C14 OTAs on CGX-L mounts.

Serious aperture needs serious dew protection

The C14's huge corrector plate is a dew magnet. A passive Flexi-Shield is the single most effective, power-free way to keep it clear through a long night of observing or imaging, while also cutting stray light for improved contrast on deep-sky targets.

Features

• Custom fit for the Celestron 14" SCT and EdgeHD
• Felt-lined interior absorbs moisture and suppresses reflections
• Heavy-duty ABS polymer construction
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure for a secure, non-marring fit
• Rolls flat for transport, despite the large diameter

Compatible Celestron 14" telescopes

• CGX-L 1400 SCT
• CGX-L 1400 EdgeHD

Proudly made in the USA.

The Astrozap AZ-145 Flexi-Shield® is a flexible dew shield made specifically for the Vixen VC200L 8" Cassegrain, with a notch for the lower dovetail bar. It's the simplest way to keep the VC200L's corrector clear and contrast high on long imaging runs.

Designed for the VC200L

The Vixen VC200L is a favourite astrograph for its flat field and sharp stars, but its front optic is exposed to the sky like any Cassegrain. The Flexi-Shield passively delays dew formation and shields the optics from stray light, so more of your captured photons are signal, not glare.

Features

• Lower dovetail notch shaped for the VC200L bar
• Felt-lined interior for moisture absorption and anti-reflection
• Quality ABS polymer construction
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure keeps the tube finish safe
• Rolls flat for easy transport

Compatible telescopes

• Vixen VC200L

Proudly made in the USA.

The Astrozap AZ-113 Flexi-Shield® is a felt-lined flexible dew shield built specifically for the Meade 12" Schmidt-Cassegrain. It stops dew forming on the corrector plate and blocks stray light, letting you observe and image for longer with better contrast.

How it improves your observing

The corrector plate on a 12" SCT is a large, exposed optical surface that radiates heat to the night sky and attracts dew fast. The Flexi-Shield extends the optical tube forward, trapping warmer air near the glass and shielding the optics from ambient light pollution and moonlight.

Features

• Passive dew protection with no power required
• Felt lining absorbs moisture and kills internal reflections
• Premium ABS polymer construction
• Padded VELCRO® Brand closure for a snug, finish-safe fit
• Rolls up for transport to star parties and remote sites

Compatible telescopes

• Meade 12" LX200 / LX600 / LX850 SCT and ACF models

Proudly made in the USA.