{"id":37341,"date":"2022-10-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbcskyatnight\/?post_type=purple_issue&p=37341"},"modified":"2023-03-30T09:08:15","modified_gmt":"2023-03-30T09:08:15","slug":"gear-14","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbcskyatnight\/2022\/10\/20\/gear-14\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ezzy Pearson rounds up the latest astronomical accessories <\/p>\n\n

1. Explore Scientific ReflexSight LED finder <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a365 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>Telescope House \u2022 www.telescopehouse.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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This novel viewfinder gives an unmagnified view of the entire sky, not just a zoomed-in portion of it. Using the red target circles, use this view to line up your scope or large binoculars with your target area. <\/p>\n\n

2. Antlia 1.25-inch IR pass planetary filter <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a340 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>First Light Optics \u2022 www.firstlightoptics.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Centred on a wavelength of 685nm, this filter mainly lets in infrared light. Infrared is affected much less by air turbulence, so it\u2019s a great option for imaging planets. Can be combined with frames at other wavelengths to increase crispness and clarity. <\/p>\n\n

3. Jansport Cross Town backpack <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a333 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>The Back Packer \u2022 www.thebackpacker.co.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Whether for work or school, this backpack is a stylish choice, decorated with a sea of stars and nebulous blues and purples. Has a front zip pocket and a side pocket for your water bottle. <\/p>\n\n

4. Askar Vixen-style dovetail plate <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a341 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>Widescreen Centre \u2022 www.widescreen-centre.co.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Combining function and form, these 300mm bars have a number of holes allowing you to mount your equipment exactly as you want, and come in a choice of colours to give your setup a touch of personality. <\/p>\n\n

5. Giotto 185 smart flat field generator <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a3325 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>365 Astronomy \u2022 www.365astronomy.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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<\/span>Flat frames vastly improve your final image quality, and with this device you can take them in seconds. Locking onto the front of your scope, it uses LEDs to produce a uniform light at a similar temperature to the Sun. This fits 185mm apertures, but other sizes are available. <\/p>\n\n

6. Merino neck gaiter <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a329.99 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>Mountain Warehouse \u2022 www.mountainwarehouse.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Keep warm during a long observing session by stopping cold winds from sneaking past your collar with this neck gaiter. Made from lightweight and breathable merino wool blended with polyester. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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