Which filters should I use??

[Willows1]

I'm after some advice please.....

after viewing the moon for my first time last night I was wondering what filters I should use? Although I got a brilliant image of the moon, I felt a little eye strain because it was so bright last night.

could anyone advise me on what filter I should use, is there a good brand to recommend?

Im also looking into viewing the sun as well, so any advice or guidance would be great.

paul

[Uranium235]

For the moon you need something line a neutral density filter, baader are pretty good:

http://www.firstlightoptics.com/moon-neutral-density-filters.html

As for the Sun ,do not be fooled into buying 1.25" or 2" filters that boast of being suitable for solar viewing, they're definitely not safe. The only two things you should use are either solar film (again by Baader), or a dedicated solar telescope.

[Willows1]

Hi

thanks, I've just had a look, should I go for a low density filter or high density one? I've got a sky max 127 syncscan

thanks

paul

[Uranium235]

There seems to be a number of options, but being as youre on a scope with a high F ratio - perhaps the medium density will suffice. Best to give FLO a call (or better, use the helpdesk) before ordering.

[Willows1]

I will give them a call tomorrow, Thank you again for your help

paul

[Astrosurf]

I don't know what scope you use, but mine has a little cap you can remove from the dust cover to reduce glare. I find it works very well. But I don't know if yours has one!

Alexx