Instantly transform your 6″ inch SCT telescopes into a yellow-light solar telescope. ISO compliant solar safe film protects your eyes when viewing the sun. Solar film produced in the USA by American Paper Optics, one of the suppliers recommended by NASA for safe solar viewing. Designed from the telescope’s lens cap for a snug fit, each filter includes two safety Velcro straps and four self-adhesive Velcro pads for safely securing your solar filter in place

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)

Description

Astronomer by night, astronomer by day! Observe the closest star to Earth during the day with the Vespera solar filter. The filter allows you to observe sunspots (dark spots) that show the intensity of the Sun’s activity.

Photograph the Sun with Vespera
The Solar Pointing mode allows you to observe the Sun in almost real-time using the live display*. Capture photos at any time from the Observation tab of the Singularity mobile app.

Take several shots at different times of the day, week or month and compare your photos. Witness how the Sun’s activity changes with the appearance or disappearance of sunspots. These can have a life span of several days, more rarely several weeks.

Observe safely
The filter is made of a metalized foil with a dimming effect. It will reduce the amount of light and allow you to observe the Sun in a way that is safe for your instrument. You will be guided through every step of your adventure by the Solar Pointing mode of the Vaonis Singularity app, to ensure the observation runs smoothly and that you and your instrument are safe.

Learn more in the Vaonis blog article Observing the solar activity with Vespera.

Warnings

• Your Vespera station should never be pointed towards the sun unless a solar filter is installed.
• You can only use Vespera to observe the sun using the Solar Pointing feature of the Singularity app and the solar filter specially designed by Vaonis. The use of any other means to observe the Sun (pointing by coordinates, pointing by hand, use of any other filter, etc.) would void your warranty in the event of damage to your equipment.
• Never look directly at the sun without adequate protection. Direct observation of the sun without protection and without a solar filter, even for a short time, can lead to serious eye burns and potential loss of vision or even blindness.
• Do not attempt to open the lens ring that contains the filter

KENDRICK SUN FINDER: For use with filters and telescopes without a built-in solar finder
Makes locating the sun and centering it in your eyepiece a cinch! The Kendrick Sun finder projects a solar dot onto the white target which can be viewed either from the front of the finder or through the cut out on the back.

The finder comes with a double-sided adhesive foam tape to easy adhesion to a solar filter ring or another surface.

Can be mounted on any telescope

Warning:

Never look directly at the sun without correct filters.

Permanent eye damage can happen

The Sky-Watcher HelioFind solar tracking mount is lightweight and ridiculously easy to use. No need to worry about aligning your equipment the night before or early in the morning. Using its patented HelioFind solar finder and built-in GPS, HelioFind automatically levels and calculates the azimuth and altitude of the Sun, all with the single push of a button. Once self-aligned, the mount locates and tracks the Sun for hours at a time. HelioFind is perfect for eclipse chasers, educators who teach science and astronomy during the day, or anyone fascinated with our nearest star.

Tired of wasting half the day not staring into space? Can’t wait until the Sun goes down to start your observing sessions? Need to fulfill those science curriculum standards for your classroom? Already planning your next total solar eclipse road trip? Nothing makes observing our home star as easy and engaging as HelioFind from Sky-Watcher!

You will need a small, dedicated Solar Telescope or small telescope with suitable Solar Filters attached.

Take the Sky-Watcher HelioFind outside on a sunny day, switch it on and it will automatically locate and point towards the Sun and then track it throughout the rest nest of the day. You don't need to align it or carry out any more adjustments

Ideal for observing sunspots, planetary transits, transits of the International or Chinese Space Stations, and solar eclipses with a white light solar filter. Or, attach an H-Alpha solar filter and observe the surface detail of the Sun directly along with tracking the daily changes in stormy prominences, filaments, plages, and even solar flares and coronal mass ejections.

Can be used with any standard photographic tripod (not included)

Perfect platform for Meade Corondo PST or Lunt 40mm, Lunt 50mm H-Alpha scopes.

Sky-Watcher HelioFind Mount is designed for solar observation only.

HelioFind Instruction Manual

Thousand Oaks Threaded Camera Filter 95mm features universal camera threads and the same SolarLite filter material found in our telescope solar filters.

SolarLite Film is a metallic coating outside surface & absorptive material within the substrate.

It blocks 99.999% of the energy from entering the instrument. Suitable for visual and photographic use.

Instructions for use:

Warning: The Solar filters MUST be first in line with sun and in front of any telescope or camera lens or mirror. Filter should NEVER be used behind any lens, eyepiece or finder. This includes camera drop in holders behind lens or binoculars

SKU: 95-T

Thousand Oaks Threaded Camera Filter 58mm features universal camera threads and the same SolarLite filter material found in our telescope solar filters.

SolarLite Film is a metallic coating outside surface & absorptive material within the substrate.

It blocks 99.999% of the energy from entering the instrument. Suitable for visual and photographic use.

Instructions for use:

Warning: The Solar filters MUST be first in line with sun and in front of any telescope or camera lens or mirror. Filter should NEVER be used behind any lens, eyepiece or finder. This includes camera drop in holders behind lens or binoculars

SKU: 58-T

Thousand Oaks Threaded Camera Filter 67mm features universal camera threads and the same SolarLite filter material found in our telescope solar filters.

SolarLite Film is a metallic coating outside surface & absorptive material within the substrate.

It blocks 99.999% of the energy from entering the instrument. Suitable for visual and photographic use.

Instruction for use:

Warning: The Solar filters MUST be first in line with sun and in front of any telescope or camera lens or mirror. Filter should NEVER be used behind any lens, eyepiece or finder. This includes camera drop in holders behind lens or binoculars

SKU: 67-T

saxon Solar Filters provide observers with a safe and easy way to view the Sun.

With a coated thin film that blocks sun rays and UV rays during your observation session, this solar filter minimizes the amount of sunlight entering your telescope, projecting a natural yellow-orange image of the Sun without any distortion.

All you need to do prior to your Sun observation is to attach the solar filter over the front of the telescope as protection for your eyes as well as the telescope's optics.

This solar filter fits 200mm aperture reflector/Newtonian telescopes.

WARNING! Do not attempt to view the sun without a solar filter. Looking at or near the sun can result in irreversible eye damage.

New Solar Telescope

• Telescope Focal Length: 400mm (f/10)
• Crayford Focuser (Rotatable)
• 45mm Dovetail Bar with 1/4-20 tripod threads (side mounted)
• Supplied with Universal Smartphone Adaptor

The Acuter Elite Phoenix 40 Solar Telescope is a Solar H-Alpha telescope for narrow-band observation and photography of the Sun. This instrument makes it possible to explore extraordinary solar surface dynamics that go far beyond what a white light solar filter can show.

Phenomena such as solar protuberances, active spots, flares, granulations, plasma filaments and more finally become observable and photographable with excellent sharpness and resolution. Hydrogen Alpha (Ha) solar telescopes are specialized instruments for observing the Sun at a specific wavelength of light, 656.3 nm, corresponding to the red line of the Balmer series in the hydrogen emission spectrum. This wavelength is critical for studying solar phenomena such as protuberances, filaments, sunspots and flares.

Unlike standard white-light telescopes, which capture the full solar spectrum, Ha telescopes offer a specific window into the activities of the chromosphere, the layer of the solar atmosphere located just above the photosphere. Compact and Portable: The metal optical tube makes the Acuter Phoenix 40mm solar telescope ideal for travel, while the rugged design ensures uncompromising durability.

Perfect for experienced observers and enthusiasts who wish to explore and admire the Sun’s surface in detail. Perfect for astrophotography enthusiasts and observers of the Sun.

ISO Certified Safety: This telescope complies with ISO 12312-2:2015, ensuring maximum protection for the eye during solar observation.

When viewing the Sun in the narrow H-alpha bandwidth, the observer is rewarded with thrilling, awe-inspiring real-time views of our nearest star in it’s full fiery majesty, seething with activity, revealing exciting details such as solar flares, prominences, spicules, surface granularity & sun spots

Supplied with a universal smartphone camera adaptor to take photos using your smartphone to keep a photographic record of your observations. Also supplied with a regular Star Diagonal & Red Dot Finder – the telescope can be used for normal astronomical observations as an 80/400 achromatic refractor telescope with the etalon removed

• Suitable for CCD cameras with 1.25″ adaptor and backfocus of 55mm or less
• Sky-Watcher SolarQuest Solar Go-To/Tracking Mount Recommended
• Safety Compliance Certification: ISO12312-2:2015
• OTA Length: 412mm
• OTA Weight: 2kg
• Magnifications (with eyepiece supplied): x25-x80
• Eyepiece Supplied (1.25″): 5-16mm Zoom
• Telescope Focal Length: 400mm (f/10)
• Front Etalon: Diameter: 40mm, Bandwidth: <0.6 Angstrom
• Tuning method: Pressure tuning
• Exit opening 8mm
• 8mm Block Filter
• 90° (1.25″) Diagonal (Rotatable)
• Safe Solar Finder
• Crayford Focuser (Rotatable)
• 45mm Dovetail Bar with 1/4-20 tripod threads (side mounted)
• Supplied with Universal Smartphone Adaptor
  
  

Enjoy totally safe viewing of the Sun with these Celestron Solar Binoculars

The Celestron EclipSmart 10x42mm Solar Porro Binocular is one of the most convenient ways to enjoy safe, detailed, magnified views of the Sun anywhere. These full-size solar binoculars are the perfect grab-and-go option for eclipse chasers or for those studying sunspots any day.

Best of all, Celestron EclipSmart binoculars feature Solar Safe filter technology, ensuring ultimate protection from harmful solar radiation. Unlike detachable filters, which can be knocked off unexpectedly, EclipSmart Solar Binoculars feature built-in filters embedded in the objective lenses. Enjoy the Sun with confidence, knowing it’s impossible for the filters to become dislodged while you or your loved ones are observing.

Solar Safe Filter Technology

EclipSmart solar products feature Solar Safe filter technology—the ultimate protection from harmful solar radiation—including IR and UV light—plus 99.999% of visible light. Celestron Solar Safe filter technology is SAFE for direct observation of the Sun and has been independently tested to conform to and meet the transmission requirements of ISO 12312-2:2015(E), Filters for Direct Observation of the Sun.

Important safety note: inspect your binocular’s objective lens filters before every use. Do not use and discard if damaged, scratched, or separated from the frame in any way.

Crystal Clear View

With its multi-coated optics, the Celestron EclipSmart 10x42mm binoculars deliver high-contrast images of the Sun. These are white-light solar binoculars that provide a clear black-and-white image of the Sun. The Celestron EclipSmart 10x42mm Solar Binoculars also provide a generous field of view, so you can see the complete solar disk without moving the binocular.

The Body

A durable, rubber-armored aluminum housing protects your EclipSmart binocular from damage without weighing you down. The binoculars are comfortable to use for eyeglass wearers and non-eyeglass wearers alike, thanks to their durable folding eyecups. Fold them down for safe and effective use with your eyeglasses or keep them unfolded if you don’t wear glasses.

Accessories Included

Carry your EclipSmart binocular with the comfortable included strap. The binocular also includes a protective padded nylon case for storage and transport, and protective eyepiece and objective lens covers.

Highlights

• FULL-SIZE SOLAR BINOCULAR: This dedicated solar binocular offers 10x magnification and large 42mm objective lenses with built-in filters for guaranteed safe, detailed views of the Sun.
• SOLAR SAFE FILTER TECHNOLOGY: Filter conforms to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard for filters directly viewing of the Sun. The ideal tool for viewing eclipses, sunspots, or the Sun any day!
• PERMANENTLY ATTACHED FILTERS: Use your solar binoculars with peace of mind, knowing the filter will not be knocked off or accidentally removed.
• MULTI-COATED OPTICS: See details like sunspots clearly with added contrast from Celestron’s optical coatings.
• GENEROUS FIELD OF VIEW: Find the Sun easily and view the entire solar disk at once.
• DURABLE AND RUGGED: Rubber-armored aluminum body stands up to rough handling and harsh conditions.

Includes:

• Soft Carry Case
• Binocular Strap
• Eyepiece Covers
• Objective Covers
• Lens Cleaning Cloth
• Quick Setup Guide

Specifications:

Special Notes:

• Only observe the Sun with ISO-compliant eye protection, such as the filter found in this EclipSmart product.
• Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or a non-filtered optic. Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.
• Never tamper with or remove the permanently placed glass filters in this optic. Doing so is dangerous and will void your warranty.
• Never leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with its correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.
• Never remove your eye protection when looking directly at the Sun during partial phases of a solar eclipse.

Turn your mobile phone into a telescope for observing and photographing the night sky plus safe viewing of the Sun.

Go beyond the power of your phone's camera.

Both Apple iPhone and Android favourites such a Samsung Galaxy and Google Pixel phones have amazing cameras. Even the best of them are limited for distant views however.

The Vaonis Hestia extends your phone's camera with a portable, easy to use package.

Witness the sky's beauty day and night with the Hestia Solar Pack. This advanced kit includes the Hestia device, a hard case, and essential accessories for day observation.

(You will need a standard photographic tripod. If you don't have, the team at BINTEL can assist with various options.)

Make your smartphone a door to the Stars.

2025 means it's the Solar Maximum - the Sun is the most active it's been for years and now is the perfect time to explore our nearest star.

Turn your Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ or ExploraScope 80AZ telescope into a solar scope! The EclipSmart Eclipse Solar Filter is a must-have accessory perfect for viewing the Sun and eclipses like the upcoming 2028 Great Australian Total Solar Eclipse.

Affordable, easy to use, and best of all, all Celestron EclipSmart products conform to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard. This solar filter is custom designed for the StarSense Explorer LT 80AZ and ExploraScope 80AZ telescopes. Three safety screws securely hold the filter in place for a safe, snug fit.

Solar Safe Technology:

EclipSmart solar products feature Solar Safe filter technology—the ultimate protection from harmful solar radiation, including IR and UV light, plus 99.999% of visible light. Celestron Solar Safe filter technology is SAFE for direct observation of the Sun and has been independently tested to conform to and meet the transmission requirements of ISO 12312-2:2015(E), Filters for Direct Observation of the Sun, EN 1836:2005 + A1:2007 (E) for an E15 Filter for the Direct Observation of the Sun and AS/NZS 1338.1:2012, Filters for Eye Protectors.

Important safety note: inspect your filter before every use. Do not use and discard if damaged, torn, punctured, or separated from the frame in any way.

Solar Warning:

• Only observe the Sun with ISO-compliant eye protection, such as the filter found in this EclipSmart product.
• Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or a non-filtered optic. Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.
• Never tamper with or remove the permanently placed glass filters in this optic. Doing so is dangerous and will void your warranty.
• Never leave your optic unsupervised. Make sure an adult who is familiar with its correct operating procedures is with your optic at all times, especially when children are present.
• Never remove your eye protection when looking directly at the Sun during partial phases of a solar eclipse.

saxon Solar Filters provide observers with a safe and easy way to view the Sun.

With a coated thin film that blocks sun rays and UV rays during your observation session, this solar filter minimizes the amount of sunlight entering your telescope, projecting a natural yellow-orange image of the Sun without any distortion.

All you need to do prior to your Sun observation is to attach the solar filter over the front of the telescope as protection for your eyes as well as the telescope's optics.

This solar filter fits 150mm aperture reflector/Newtonian telescopes.

WARNING! Do not attempt to view the sun without a solar filter. Looking at or near the sun can result in irreversible eye damage.