The Bintel ND96 13% Neutral Density filters reduce the glare by only partially transmitting (only 13%) of the reflected light uniformly across the entire spectrum. Not only will you see more surface features, but you can study them in greater comfort. These filters also reduce irradiation, which is the distortion at the boundary between light and dark areas, such as along the lunar terminator. Screws directly into the eyepiece barrel.

The Moon’s disk, even at partial phases, is intensely bright with reflected sunlight. The glare washes out most of the craters, rilles, and other surface details from view, particularly in telescopes of 6 inch aperture and larger.

With standard filter threads (M25.5 x 0.6) it can be screwed into almost any 1.25" eyepiece, 1.25" diagonal or can be stacked with other coloured filters to enhance lunar and planetary detail.

The ND96 filter may also be employed in the splitting of close double stars where one of the binary pair significantly exceeds the other in brightness.

Comes in plastic case for clean, safe keeping.

SKU: AD085

Like its little brother, the Telrad Dew Shield, the Telrad Dew Shield plus is made from lightweight plastic and attaches directly to your Telrad Reflex Finder with no additional modifications. The shield is held in place with two plastic tensioning screws connected to its frame that align to the existing screws on the finder body. You can then adjust the amount of force it takes to open and close the protective hood. When not in use, simply flip the Telrad 2025 Plus back and you have an unobstructed view!

While the Telrad Dew Shield Plus won't completely stop dew, it will great increase the amount of time you are able to use the viewing screen during dew point conditions and extends the life of your Telrad Finder's reticule by shielding it from harmful moisture. The construction of the hood also helps to keep the built-in mirror out of harms way! What could be easier or more clever?!

* Simple installation and easy to use!
* Adjustable tension control.
* Internal right angle mirror flips away for straight-thru viewing.
* One year Telrad warranty.

Coping with Dew Fact Sheet

The Swarovski CSO cleaning set optics allows a thorough and gentle cleaning of all optical lenses. The set consists of a lens cleaner, a cleaning brush, a dust blower and two microfiber cloths in different sizes - all practically packed in a high-quality bag.

The set is particularly durable, so you can easily wash the microfiber cloths and the bag in the washing machine (40°C/100°F). Refill the glass bottle with the lens cleaner (fluid) at selected retailers. Besides, we are largely avoiding the use of plastics and are going for alternative materials such as bamboo or glass instead.

Protect what you love - When you regularly clean the lenses, your device will keep its optical brilliance for a lifetime.

They are supplied with a soft case, wrist strap (attached at tripod mount), eye piece covers, all in a stylish coloured package

• Type: ED
• Magnification/Diameter: 10x42mm
• Focusing: from 2m
• Field of View:
  • Angle: 6.5°
  • at 1000m: 114m
  • at 1000yd: 341ft.
• Exit Pupil: 4.3mm
• Weight: 330g
• Tripod Adaptability: Yes

Gerber Monoculars are made with an uncompromising commitment to quality. Their superior components ensure the ultimate viewing experience for every user. Featuring a wide assortment of models with distinctive specifications. Gerber monoculars have become the favourite choice of avid hunters, birdwatches and boating enthusiasts.

Specifications

The saxon 6" DeepSky Dobsonian (153/1200) Telescope is the perfect partner to begin your astronomy adventure with. This affordable telescope comes with a "paraboloidal" primary mirror to eliminate spherical aberration and a four-arm, secondary-mirror bracket with fine supports (0.5mm thick) to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss.

This telescope comes with an aperture of 153mm and a focal length of 1200mm in a 6" tube. This scope features quality parts and accessories - the special roller-bearing construction, rack and pinion focuser, eyepieces and finderscope are all designed to aid with your observing experience. Once assembled and with a little practice, you'll soon be able to find and view the rocky surfaces of the Moon, planets in the Solar System as well as deep sky objects such as star clusters, double stars, nebulae and galaxies.

The saxon 6" DeepSky Dobsonian Telescope requires no additional tools during assembly and is incredibly easy to use, making it the perfect scope for beginner astronomers. 

The MONARCH M7 Series

The MONARCH M7 8 x 42 binoculars feature a sleek exterior design with a wide apparent field of view (60.3˚ for 8x42, 62.2˚) that offers spectacular viewing. An oil and water repellent coating is applied to the objective lens and eyepieces, allowing smudges like fingerprints to be easily wiped off.

Nikon MONARCH M7 8 x 42 binoculars are ideal for bird and nature watching, stargazing, and a range of other outdoor activities.

Key Features

• Sophisticated exterior design for comfortable holding
• Extra-low dispersion (ED) glass for chromatic aberration compensation and brighter, clearer viewing
• Wide apparent field of view (60.3˚ for 8x42, 62.2˚ for 10x42, 60.3˚ for 8x30, 60.7˚ for 10x30)
• Dielectric high-reflective multilayer prism coating ensures superior transmittance uniformity across the visible range, resulting in brighter images and more natural colours
• All lenses and prisms are multilayer-coated for brighter images
• Oil and water repellent coating applied to the objective lens and eyepieces allows smudges like fingerprints to be easily wiped off
• Phase-correction-coated roof prisms for high resolution
• Long eye relief design ensures a clear field of view, even for eyeglass wearers
• Dioptre adjustment ring locking system prevents unintentional rotation
• Waterproof (up to 1m/3.3 ft. for 10 minutes) and fog-free with O-ring seals and nitrogen gas
• Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups with multi-click facilitate easy positioning of eyes at the correct eyepoint
• Rubber armouring for shock resistance and a firm, comfortable grip
• Lightweight body uses fibreglass-reinforced polycarbonate resin
• Soft-to-the-touch neck strap
• Flip-down objective lens cap
• Optional tripod adapter enables attachment to a tripod

Specifications

The lightweight plastic Telrad Dew Shield won't stop dew completely, but it's a very effective "shower cap" for your precious finder. The flip up shield connects to your Telrad by using the existing screws at the rear of the finder body and is held in place by adjusting the friction screws connected to the shield's metal attachment bracket. When your Telrad isn't in use, just pivot the hood forward to protect the viewing screen and the reticule... Then flip it back for an unobstructed view whenever you're ready to aim!

This simple and inexpensive addition extends the amount of time you can use your Telrad and helps increase the life time of your Telrad Finder scope by protecting it from excess moisture.

The Genuine Telrad Dew Shield for Telrad Reflex Finder Scopes Features...

* Simple installation and ease of use!
* Adjustable tension control.
* Inexpensive insurance for your Telrad.
* One year Telrad warranty.

Coping with Dew Fact Sheet

NEVER view the SUN directly, even during a partial eclipse and especially not through sunglasses, photographic films, slides, x-rays, etc… It is strongly advised using glasses for solar eclipses which are certified “CE” by an approved laboratory empowered to carry out the test of conformity relating to personal protective equipment. These are appropriately certified for the European Standard for personal eye equipment (EN 1836:2005+A1:2007)

Celestron T-adapter Edge HD 925, 1100, 1400

Celestron T-adapter Edge HD 925, 1100, 1400 suits these optical tubes. It threads onto the rear cell.

This T-Adapter allows you to attach your 35mm DSLR camera to the prime focus of your EdgeHD telescope.

This arrangement is used for terrestrial photography and short exposure lunar and planetary photography.

It can also be used for long exposure deep-sky photography when using a separate guidescope.

Both a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount a 35mm SLR camera to your instrument.

Description

The iOptron Ball Head features a high performance ball head designed for smooth precision movement. It can be independently controlled for pan and tilt movement. The base has a wide diameter of 2 inches for 360 degree precision pan measurement. The quick release plate system is universal, compatible to all major brands. Redundant plate lock and safety lock provides secure mounting of your camera.

iOptron Ball Head Features

• Aluminum Construction
• Quick Release with Camera Plate
• 3 screw-position Camera Plate
• Plate measures: 1.5 inch x 2.375 inch surface
• Weight: 0.875 lb
• Working Height: 3.875 inch
• 360 degree panning
• Head Tilt: +/- 90 degrees
• 2 Spirit levels
• Load Capacity: 20 lbs.
• Also includes 1/4"-20 / 3/8"-16 tripod adaptor piece

• Waterproof (up to 2m for 5 minutes) and fog-free with nitrogen gas
• Ashperical eyepiece lens eliminates image distortion
• High eyepoint design provides a clear field of view for those who wear eyeglasses
• Close focusing distance: 2.8m
• Multilayer-coated lenses for brighter images
• Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups facilitate easy positioning of eyes at the correct eyepoint
• Eco-glass optics are free of lead and arsenic
• Redesigned body enhances ergonomics
• Aspherical lenses minimise distortion and provide sharp images up to the periphery
• Multilayer-coated lenses for bright images
• Special rubber armour for shock-resistance and a firm, comfortable grip
• Carbon fibre in the body material improves durability
• Compact and lightweight
• Click-type dioptre adjustment ring prevents unintentional rotation
• Larger focusing knob for smooth operation

Celestron’s new EdgeHD reducer Lens 0.7X features a custom 4 element optical design engineered to maintain the flat-field performance of our award winning EdgeHD optical system. Unlike generic reducers, our premium reducers provide substantial back focus to accommodate an assortment of imaging accessories.

EdgeHD reducers offer high index optical elements, including extra low dispersion, exotic Lanthanum elements, which provide high contrast viewing while minimizing chromatic aberration. All air to glass lens surfaces feature multiple layers of coating for maximum light transmission and color correction and contain blacken edges to minimize internal reflection and maximize image contrast.

Incorporating computer assisted CNC machined aluminum housing, for precise spacing and alignment of optical elements, and threaded metal covers on the lens assembly to protect your investment from dust and scratches, our reducers offer you an outstanding mechanical design.

With the Fastar option on all EdgeHD optical systems, coupled with the .7x reducer, your telescope becomes the most complete imaging system available in its price range today.

Reducer Lens 0.7X Performance

• Design: 4-element optical layout designed specifically for the EdgeHD 8" to maintain the flat-field performance of the Edge HD optical design
• 105mm of back focus: Provides generous back focus to accommodate additional accessories and a wide variety of cameras. Also allows use of existing T-adapters for EdgeHD 800 and other Celestron imaging accessories
• One full F-Stop faster than f/10: Reduces the exposure time by one-half to capture the same brightness of object
• Increase field of view by 43%: Better for capturing wide field images of larger galaxies and nebulae

Glass

• Lanthanum Glass Elements: EdgeHD reducer uses "rare earth" Lanthanum glass elements for clear, high contrast viewing while minimizing chromatic aberration
• Fully multi-coated lens elements: All air-to-glass surfaces have multiple layers of coating for maximum light transmission and color correction
• Blacken edges: All lens elements have blacken edges to minimize internal reflection and maximize contrast

Large Illuminated Field

• Optimized for APS-C sized sensors: Including most DSLR cameras and Nightscape CCD cameras

Mechanical Design

• Machined aluminum housing: Computer assisted CNC machined aluminum housing for precise spacing and alignment of the optical elements.
• Threaded metal covers for both ends of the lens assembly: To protect your investment from unwanted dust and scratches.

Versatility

• Provides and intermediate focal length between EdgeHD's native f/10 (or f/11) and the optional Hyperstar accessory at f/2, making the EdgeHD the most complete imaging system in its price range

Tele Vue 4x Powermate T-Ring Adapter

TeleVue's 4x Powermate T-Ring adapter allows you to unscrew the standard eyepiece fitting of your powermate. With the T-ring adapter installed you have a secure and much more compact connection between your camera and 4x Powermate. It also guarantees perfect camera sensor alignment, a very important consideration when imaging with such high amplification.

Imaging the Solar System with Powermates™

Some of the finest Solar System images have been made with Powermates™. Used singly or stacked, Powermates™ help any scope achieve the long focal-length required to image details on Solar System bodies. The increased image scale allows for imaging without an intervening eyepiece. Powermate T-Ring Adapters fit on the Powermate lens assemblies to allow attachment of your camera's T-Ring or other T-threaded imaging accessory.

Powermate Magnification Chart for Imagers

The above chart indicates the magnification for each Powermate™ as a function of distance from the Powermate™ top surface to the imaging surface. Using the 4x Powermate T-Ring adapter will produce a magnification factor right on the nominated 4x amplification intended.

Celestron T-adapter 48mm (Edge HD 925, 1100, 1400)

The Celestron T-adapter 48mm is the accessory of choice if you’d like to attach your full frame DSLR or astronomical camera to a Celestron EdgeHD optical tube. With DSLR CCD chips getting larger, Celestron created the 48mm T-Adapter to reduce vignetting and provide a larger light path to your camera’s sensor, producing exceptional astrophotos.

The saxon 25.4mm Red Dot Finder with Bracket is a no magnification finder that, when properly aligned with your telescope, will pinpoint what you are looking at with an illuminated red dot. Unlike finderscopes red dot finders will keep the image of the sky upright and non-reversed, making the saxon 25.4mm Red Dot Finder with Bracket easy to use for amateurs and experts alike.

Will fit all dovetail mounting brackets.

Bintel Camera Adapter 40mm 2 Inch

Spacer and camera adapter in one package.

Precision machine, Black anodised aluminium construction

T-threaded will fit all T2 threads

The faster the focal ratio of your telescope, the greater your visual reward for using Tele Vue eyepieces. Tele Vue Plössls feature full multicoatings for greatest light transmission and contrast.

Blackened lens edges and internal anti-reflection threads tweak the last bit of contrast for maximum image detail. The sharper field focuses faint star light into perceptible points and allows those with undriven mounts to gaze longer before repositioning the image.

The 25mm, 20mm, 15mm, 11mm and 8mm Plössls round out the focal lengths for various observing from deep sky to planetary. They work best with Tele Vue Barlows or Powermates to effectively double the number of focal lengths in your collection.

Far superior to eyepieces usually provided as standard with most instruments.

Review

This is a very good medium power eyepiece for lunar observing, resolving globular clusters, picking up detail in the more compact emission and reflection nebulas, etc.

This 15mm focal length is a very good in between power eyepiece, filling the gap between the 25mm eyepiece that comes standard with most scopes and a high power eyepiece.

It has 10mm eye relief . Like all TeleVue Plossls it has filter threads to fit your filters and blackened lens edges as well as being parfocal.

Specifications 

The faster the focal ratio of your telescope, the greater your visual reward for using Tele Vue eyepieces. Tele Vue Plössls feature full multicoatings for greatest light transmission and contrast.

Blackened lens edges and internal anti-reflection threads tweak the last bit of contrast for maximum image detail. The sharper field focuses faint star light into perceptible points and allows those with undriven mounts to gaze longer before repositioning the image.

The 25mm, 20mm, 15mm, 11mm and 8mm Plössls round out the focal lengths for various observing from deep sky to planetary. They work best with Tele Vue Barlows or Powermates to effectively double the number of focal lengths in your collection.

Far superior to eyepieces usually provided as standard with most instruments.

Review

This is a very good medium high to high power eyepiece for resolving globular clusters, lunar and planetary detail, some smaller galaxies (depending on aperture).

It has 8mm of eye relief and so eyeglass wearers may wish to remove their spectacles.

This 11mm TeleVue Plössl was rated the best 10 -12mm Plossl in a recent test report of 31 eyepieces in Sky & Telescope magazine.

Like all TeleVue Plossls it has filter threads to fit your filters and blackened lens edges as well as being parfocal.

Tele Vue 11mm Plossl Specifications

The FireFly FMT-T2 Mini Tabletop Tripod is a compact yet powerful support system designed for stability and durability. Built with reinforced lightweight aluminum along half the length of each leg, this tripod offers exceptional strength while remaining portable. With a 5kg payload capacity, it effortlessly supports cameras, smartphones, and other gear.

Featuring a simple push-button mechanism, the tripod allows quick adjustments and locks securely at two different angles, making it versatile for various shooting situations. Its low-profile design enables a minimum height of just 47mm, perfect for capturing creative low-angle shots with ease. Whether you're shooting indoors, outdoors, or on the go, the FireFly FMT-T2 ensures reliable support in a sleek, compact form.

Replacement Celestron dovetail bar for the CG-5 bar.

Used if mounting your scope to a Losmandy type saddle as opposed to Vixen type.

Please note : This requires fitting so you should feel comfortable in attempting this.

Also note that this product will not work with CPC 800 GPS or CPC Deluxe 800 HD telescopes without completely removing the finder scope bracket.

The largest planet in our solar system is a joy to explore with a telescope, and the Orion Jupiter Map & Observing Guide is loaded with educational information and tips to help you get the most out of each and every view of Jupiter. With its bold equatorial cloud belts and swirling storms including the famous Great Red Spot, the planet Jupiter is an ideal telescopic target for beginners and experienced stargazers alike. The Orion Jupiter Map & Observing Guide is packed with observing tips, filter recommendations for viewing and imaging Jupiter, and features beautifully detailed images of the gas giant planet. Use it along with your telescope to identify Jovian atmospheric features including belts, zones, regions, and bright and dark features using official nomenclature.

Tele Vue Sol Searcher is the safe and easy way to find the Sun.

It is absolutely safe since you don't look through Sol Searcher, you look at it.

The aperture acts as a "pinhole" which projects an image of the Sun on to the 1/4" translucent "screen."

This screen can be viewed from either side.

Simply move your scope until the Sun's image is centered on the screen and the Sun will be in the eyepiece's field of view.

The Sol Searcher attaches to the mount ring slot of every TeleVue telescope (or to the rear cell slot in the TeleVue Ranger).

For use with telescopes other than TeleVue, mount the Sol-Searcher using #10-32 screws, or if necessary, attach with Velcro (not supplied).

Sol Searcher Instructions

The Celestron NexStar+ Hand Control - AZ is a standard accessory on all current altazimuth mounted NexStar-style telescopes, and is compatible with the Celestron SLT, LCM, SE, and CPC computerized telescopes.

With the push of a button, you can access NexStar+’s huge database of over 40,000 celestial objects. Automatically slew to objects in a variety of catalogs, including the Messier, NGC, Caldwell, and SAO brightest stars. The planets as well as a list of the most popular objects are also included. Not sure what to look at? Use the Sky Tour, and you’ll be shown a selection of the most popular objects for the time and date you are observing!

A variety of alignment procedures are pre-programmed into the NexStar Plus Hand Control, including SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star, 1-Star, 2-Star, and Solar System. You can also choose from a variety of tracking rates (sidereal, solar & lunar) and slew speeds. Slew at 1, 2, or 3 degrees per second, or choose speeds as low as 2x or as high as 64x.

This hand control includes Flash Upgradeable Technology, allowing users to upgrade its software via the Internet.

The ZWO T2-T2 Extension 21mm is designed to help you to reach 55mm back focus distance

for example: attach the 21mm extender to ASI071 to reach 55mm back focus distance:17.5mm+21mm+16.5mm=55mm

SKU: ZWO-M42-M42-21mm

The Celestron 1.25inch Star Diagonal slides into the focuser (1.25”) of your refractor or catadioptric telescope and accepts standard 1.25” eyepieces, allowing you to view objects more comfortably. A diagonal that is angled at 90º helps avoid neck strain when looking through the eyepiece.

Please note that a 90º diagonal will display images that are right side up, but left to right orientation will be reversed (mirrored).

2 Years Warranty

SKU: 94115-A

You know what they say about people who assume you can't get HD optics, rugged performance and high end form-factor in a value-price binocular? They clearly haven't checked out the Vortex Crossfire HD 8x42. Add in the included GlassPakTM binocular harness for quick optic deployment in the field and superior protection and comfort - The Crossfire® HD truly is a rare find.

OPTICAL FEATURES

Vortex Crossfire HD 8x42 Optical System Optimized with select glass elements to deliver exceptional resolution, cut chromatic aberration and provide outstanding color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness and light transmission.

Fully Multi-Coated Increase light transmission with multiple anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces.

CONSTRUCTION FEATURES

Rubber Armor Provides a secure, non-slip grip, and durable external protection.

Waterproof O-ring seals prevent moisture, dust and debris from penetrating the binocular for reliable performance in all environments.

Shockproof Rugged construction withstands recoil and impact.

Fogproof Nitrogen gas purging prevents internal fogging over a wide range of temperatures.

Roof Prism Valued for greater durability and a more compact size.

CONVENIENCE FEATURES

Adjustable Eyecups Twist up and down for comfortable viewing with or without eyeglasses.

Center Focus Wheel Adjusts the focus of both binocular barrels at the same time.

Diopter Adjusts for differences in a user's eyes. Located on right eyepiece.

Tripod Adaptable Compatible with a tripod adapter, allowing use on a tripod or car window mount.

Specifications

Warranty

All Vortex products are covered by the Australian Vortex VIP Warranty

Our warranty is about you, not us. It's about taking care of you after the sale.

The VIP stands for a Very Important Promise to you, our customers. We will repair or replace your Vortex product in the event it becomes damaged or defective—at no charge to you other then return post from you to us. It doesn't matter how it happened, whose fault it was, or where you purchased it. You can count on the VIP Warranty for all riflescopes, red dots, rangefinders, binoculars, spotting scopes and monoculars.

• Unlimited Lifetime Warranty
• Fully transferable
• No warranty card to fill out
• No receipt needed to hang on to

If you ever have a problem, no matter the cause, we promise to take care of you.

The VIP warranty does not cover loss, misuse, theft or deliberate damage to the product.