{"id":41796,"date":"2023-02-14T14:43:17","date_gmt":"2023-02-14T14:43:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbcskyatnight\/?post_type=purple_issue&p=41796"},"modified":"2023-02-16T09:21:09","modified_gmt":"2023-02-16T09:21:09","slug":"gear-18","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/bbcskyatnight\/2023\/02\/14\/gear-18\/","title":{"rendered":"Gear"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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

1. Pegasus Astro Indigo OAG <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a3179 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>The Widescreen Centre \u2022 www.widescreen-centre.co.uk<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

ADVANCED <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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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. <\/p>\n\n

2. Constellation washi tape <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a32.50 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>Cult Pens \u2022 www.cultpens.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Washi tape is a paper-based, low-tack decorative tape that\u2019s easy to cut, tear and remove without causing damage. This design features dozens of constellations alongside fascinating astro facts. <\/p>\n\n

3. CCD Guide 2023 <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u20ac29 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>CCD Guide \u2022 www.ccdguide.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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Locate the best astrophotography targets at any time with this downloadable guide. Along with software to plan your sessions, there\u2019s a database of 5,000 images and an updated planetarium. <\/p>\n\n

4. ZWO 2-inch filter drawer system <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a387.50 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>365 Astronomy \u2022 www.365astronomy.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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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. <\/p>\n\n

5. W&W Astro digital four-channel controller <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a360 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>W&W Astro \u2022 www.dewheater.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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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. <\/p>\n\n

6. Small Steps and Giant Leaps playing cards <\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n

Price <\/strong>\u00a320 \u2022 Supplier <\/strong>James Round Design \u2022 www.jamesrounddesign.com<\/a> <\/strong><\/p>\n\n

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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. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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