Observing the sun
with a Herschel Wedge
The view of the sun
is always fascinting whether viewing in H alpha or just in white
light.
There are a variety
of solar filters out there which are used over the telescope objective,
the alternative is that of Herschel wedge which by use of a mirror
to reflect 95% of the light out of the path to the eye, and using
a combination of neutral density or polarising filters to reduce
the incoming light to a safe level.
The beauty of this
system is the incredible quality of image. This, in my humble
opinion gives the best view of the sun capable in white light.
The wedges are available
in both 2" and 1.25" versions.
Intes Herschel Wedge
on FS128.
Typical full solar
disc image using a Takahashi FS128
For full cost details
contact,
Sirius Observatories
UK - kevsmith@globalnet.co.uk
*WARNING*
Observing the sun
without correct filtration is dangerous
You will blind yourself
- and you think reading this is bad
If in doubt - dont!!
- it isn't worth it
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