Ezzy Pearson rounds up the latest astronomical accessories

1. Pegasus Astro Indigo OAG

Price £179 • Supplier The Widescreen Centre • www.widescreen-centre.co.uk

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Off-axis guiders allow your camera and guider to use the same view. This one is just 10mm deep, with 4mm for the telescope adaptor, but is solid enough to support heavy kit. An adjustable prism and large mirror help ensure excellent views.

2. Constellation washi tape

Price £2.50 • Supplier Cult Pens • www.cultpens.com

Washi tape is a paper-based, low-tack decorative tape that’s easy to cut, tear and remove without causing damage. This design features dozens of constellations alongside fascinating astro facts.

3. CCD Guide 2023

Price €29 • Supplier CCD Guide • www.ccdguide.com

Locate the best astrophotography targets at any time with this downloadable guide. Along with software to plan your sessions, there’s a database of 5,000 images and an updated planetarium.

4. ZWO 2-inch filter drawer system

Price £87.50 • Supplier 365 Astronomy • www.365astronomy.com

Quickly change filters using this magnetic drawer system that easily slides them in and out. This model has a new anti-light-leaking design for long exposures and comes with M54 or M48 threads.

5. W&W Astro digital four-channel controller

Price £60 • Supplier W&W Astro • www.dewheater.com

This powers up to four dew heaters with an adjustable output level, so you can keep your optics at the optimum temperature. It delivers 12V via a cigarette plug and has a maximum output of 36W per channel.

6. Small Steps and Giant Leaps playing cards

Price £20 • Supplier James Round Design • www.jamesrounddesign.com

Each playing card features a unique piece of artwork depicting a landmark in the history of spaceflight, from Sputnik through to the JWST, while the face cards feature different famous astronauts.