Solar filter paper

[twelly27]

Hi all im going to astro camp on the 7th September and if the suns out all day and no clouds I fancy looking at the sun for the first time, I'm just wondering if there's a certain type of solar filter paper I need for my 5inch skymax or can I just order some and cut it to size etc

thanks

chris

[Steve Ward]

You'll need the Baader ND5.0 Visual film . . . http://www.firstlightoptics.com/solar-filters/baader-astrosolar-safety-film-nd-50.html

You can make a cell for it yourself from cardboard or an embroidery ring , or buy a pre-made one like this . . . http://www.firstlightoptics.com/solar-filters/astrozap-baader-solar-filter.html

[twelly27]

Thanks, will I be able to photograph it aswell using that? Or will I need a different type, which means ill have to choose between visual or photo?

[Bizibilder]

You can use the ND5.0 for both visual and photography.

Note: You CANNOT use the lower density (ND3.8) film for visual - ONLY photography.

[LukeSkywatcher]

Thanks, will I be able to photograph it aswell using that? Or will I need a different type, which means ill have to choose between visual or photo?

Using the solar film mentioned above, you will see the Sun and be able to image it in what is called "white light". It will appear something like this: There may not be as many sun spots, but you get the idea.

http://www.google.ie...Q9QEwAw&dur=111