 |
 |
 |
Who’s Online…
More Lunt Solar Systems
The Very Latest News
Stephen Ramsden’s Corner
Outreach, Imaging, and Reviewsbr>
 |
Image of the week
Here is the Solar Image of the Week.
Thanks to: Howard
Lunt Solar CaK Filter
A very nice image from Florida.
Real Time Images: The Very Latest from SOHO
SOHO, the Solar & Heliospheric Observatory, is a project of international collaboration between ESA and NASA to study the Sun from its deep core to the outer corona and the solar wind.
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Links
Explore
Image Gallery
Event Calendar
Products
Solar Telescopes
Hydrogen Filters
Calcium-K Filters
Adapters
Accessories
Categories
Archives
The Sun is our Star!
References
There's definately stuff to look at :)
B600 2" Diagonal Blocking Filter
BLOCKING FILTERS ARE REQUIRED ON ALL LUNT SOLAR SYSTEMS
Lunt Solar Systems currently offers 4 blocking filter apertures for use with our Etalon systems. The Blocking Filter houses additional filters which are required for the safety and performance of the solar package. Lunt Solar blocking filters contain a unique filter system. We can only warranty safety or performance when blocking filter is paired with a Lunt Solar System.
Focal Length Specifications (Visual Use):
• B600 : For visual use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 600mm
• B1200: For visual use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 1200mm
• B1800: For visual use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 1800mm
• B3400: For visual use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 3400mm (only available in straight-thru design)
Focal Length Specifications (Imaging Use):
When imaging with a Lunt Solar System it is recommended that the user opt for the next larger Blocking Filter than that recommended for Visual use. This is due to the fact that most Imaging Systems require additional “backfocus”. This requires that the Blocking Filter be moved further up the light cone. As a result the aperture of the Blocking filter needs to be larger to allow for the larger cone size.
• B600: For imaging use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 400mm
• B1200: For imaging use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 600mm
• B1800: For imaging use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 1200mm
• B3400: For imaging use on telescopes with focal lengths up to 1800mm (only available in straight-thru design)
Lunt Solar Blocking Filter Housing Options
- 1.25″ or 2″ diagonal with T2 connection
- 2″ extension tube with T2 and 2” connection, aka “straight-thru”
B600 1.25" Diagonal Blocking Filter
Blocking Filters Housed in Star Diagonals
B600d1
*B600 Blocking Filter in 1.25″ Diagonal with T2 connection
Retail Price: US$348.00
B600d2
*B600 Blocking Filter in 2″ Diagonal with T2 connection
Retail Price: US$348.00
B1200d1
*B1200 Blocking Filter in 1.25″ Diagonal with T2 connection
Retail Price: US$648.00
B1200d2
*B1200 Blocking Filter in 2″ Diagonal with T2 connection
Retail Price: US$648.00
B1800d1
*B1800 Blocking Filter in 1.25″ Diagonal with T2 connection
Retail Price: US$998.00
B1800d2
*B1800 Blocking Filter in 2″ Diagonal with T2 connection
Retail Price: US$998.00
Blocking Filters Housed in 2″ Extension Tubes
B600s
*B600 Blocking Filter in 2″ Extension Tube with T2 & 2″ Connection
Retail Price: US$348.00
B1200s
*B1200 Blocking Filter in 2″ Extension Tube with T2 & 2″ Connection
Retail Price: US$648.00
B1800s
*B1800 Blocking Filter in 2″ Extension Tube with T2 & 2″ Connection
Retail Price: US$998.00
B3400s2
*B3400 Blocking Filter in 2″ Extension Tube with T2 & 2″ Connection
Retail Price: US$1798.00
( contact us directly or buy from dealer ) Prices are subject to change without notice.
No-one brings you closer to our nearest Star than Lunt Solar Systems… the next generation of Solar Instrumentation.
About Lunt Solar Systems LLC…
Lunt Solar Systems is a manufacturing and sales facility located in Tucson, Arizona. Lunt Solar design, fabricate, assemble, and test solar telescopes and solar filters. Whether you are looking for a dedicated solar telescope or a solar filter for attachment to you own astronomy telescope, we can help. Solar telescopes models start at $598 for an LS35T (telescope) or the only slightly more expensive LS50F (filter), all the way thru the 152T and the 160F. Solar observing is both fun and educational. Don’t miss out on Solar Maximum.
July 18th, 2011 at 2:26 am
Goodmorning!
I recently bought a LS60THaDS50_B1200_CPT package. As it was adverised with a 2″ Crayfort focusser I assumed the B1200 was 2″ too. However, it was not, the B1200 is 1.25″.
Now I would like to use my 2″ eyepieces and powermates, which I can’t. Is there a way to convert the 1.25″ B1200 to 2″? For example by replacing the adapter screwed to the diagonal?
If yes (keep fingers crossed :)) how can I get that modification?
Many thanks for your reply…best regards…Pieter
August 9th, 2011 at 10:37 pm
Hello! Pieter,
This is just a comment. I am not a Lunt Officer.
I do not think it is a good idea to use 2″ eyepieces to LS60.
The focal length of your 2″ is about 20mm or 30mm, is not it ? That is too long for LS60. You had better get a new shorter 1.25″ eyepiece. It is cheaper and better than replacing the burrel.
August 10th, 2011 at 2:09 am
Hi I own a William Optics Megrez 72FD. It has a 72mm objective, 432mm FL, working @ f/6. I prefer a 2″ diagonal for my eyepieces. What system would you recommend for my telescope ?
I look forward to hearing from you.
Thank you,
Horacio Dortona.
August 10th, 2011 at 7:26 am
You will probably want to look into an LS50F or LS60F with a B3400 blocker. These are the only two H-alpha filters that will work for a scope of that size. The B3400 is also the only 2″ blocking filter we produce.
September 11th, 2011 at 4:52 am
HI, I own a Meade Lx200r 8″, what is the best setup for solar viewing, I would like to get sharp views of looking at the sun in high magnifications. What parts do I need?
Thanks
Ben
September 14th, 2011 at 7:22 am
The best way I would think to do a solar setup using an 8″ SCT.
First I would look into getting a white light solar filter for the front of the 8″. Then look into a Losmandy or ADM dovetail system and rings. Then purchase a Lunt LS60THa to piggy back in the guide rings atop your 8″. This will allow you to view White Light and H-Alpha at the same time.