Antlia Solar Discover CaK 3 nm calcium filter with 1.25 and 2 inch connection

Antlia Solar Discover CaK 3 nm calcium filter with 1.25 and 2 inch connection

The photographic filter is designed for solar photography in calcium light.

  • Telescope side connection is 1.25" and 2".
  • Camera side mount is 2" with ring clamp
  • Transmission at 393.3nm - FWHM is 3nm
  • Maximises contrast of sunspots, granulation and faculae on the solar surface
  • Ideal for use with a Herschel prism
  • The filter is not intended for visual viewing
Manufacturer : Antlia
SKU : TSO-ASDCAK3
Price: 475.00 € incl tax 19% (Germany)
Estimated delivery time : 3-4 days
Product description

Antlia 3 nm calcium filter for solar photography

The filter allows solar photography in the Calcium K line around 393.3 nm. In the calcium range, sunspots are imaged in a similar way to white light, but with greater contrast. Faculae, solar granulation, flares and even bright prominences at the edge of the 'solar disc' become visible to the photographer.

The filter is suitable for refractors without a built-in field corrector up to 100mm aperture. Above 100 mm aperture, or if a field corrector is built into the tube (flat field), we recommend the use of an energy protection filter in front of the lens. This will reduce heat radiation and prevent damage to the telescope or camera.

The Solar Discover is easily connected directly to the focuser via 1.25" or 2". On the camera side the filter has a 2" connection for suitable adapters.

Scope of Delivery:

  • Antlia Solar Discover CaK 3 nm calcium filter with 1.25 and 2 inch connection
Products specifications
Connection to camera2" Barrel
Connection to telescope1.25" or 2"
Full-Width-Half Maximum (FWHM)3nm at 393.3nm