{"title":"Ultimate EclipSmart Telescope Setup","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"eclipsmart-solar-filter-for-5in-schmidt-cassegrain","title":"EclipSmart Solar Filter for 5” Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescopes","description":"\u003cp\u003eTurn your Celestron 5” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope into a solar scope! The EclipSmart Eclipse Solar Filter is a must-have accessory perfect for viewing the Sun and eclipses like the upcoming 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse and 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. Affordable, easy to use, and best of all, all Celestron EclipSmart products conform to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard. This solar filter is custom designed for Celestron 5” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. Two hook and loop straps securely hold the filter in place for a safe, snug fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Telescopes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/nexstar-5se-computerized-telescope\"\u003eNexStar 5SE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/popular-science-by-celestron-starsense-explorer-dx-5in\"\u003ePopular Science by Celestron StarSense Explorer 5”\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/products\/c5-spotting-scope\"\u003eC5 Spotting Scope\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarSense Explorer 5” Schmidt-Cassegrain – International Exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAstro Fi 5” Schmidt-Cassegrain – International Exclusive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*The Solar filter will not work with C5s manufactured before 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolar Safe Technology\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEclipSmart solar products feature Solar Safe filter technology—the ultimate protection from harmful solar radiation, including IR and UV light, plus 99.999% of visible light. Celestron Solar Safe filter technology is SAFE for direct observation of the Sun and has been independently tested to conform to and meet the transmission requirements of ISO 12312-2:2015(E), Filters for Direct Observation of the Sun, EN 1836:2005 + A1:2007 (E) for an E15 Filter for the Direct Observation of the Sun and AS\/NZS 1338.1:2012, Filters for Eye Protectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant safety note:\u003c\/strong\u003e inspect your filter before every use. Do not use and discard if damaged, torn, punctured, or separated from the frame in any way.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpcoming Eclipses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 -\u003c\/strong\u003e On October 14, 2023, the famed “Ring of Fire” will encircle a darkened Moon during a spectacular annular eclipse.  This special type of partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to cover the Sun completely. The Sun's corona is not visible during an annular eclipse. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-view-the-october-2023-annular-solar-eclipse\"\u003eClick here for more info.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2024 -\u003c\/strong\u003e On April 8, 2024, the Moon will completely cover the Sun during an awe-inspiring Total Solar Eclipse. Observers within the path of totality will witness the sun’s dazzling corona, observe the “diamond ring” effect, and see day turn to night. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.celestron.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-view-the-april-2024-total-solar-eclipse\"\u003eClick here for more info\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Celestron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47323921350975,"sku":"94253","price":19.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/9840\/0063\/products\/94253_EclipSmart_Solar_Filter_Schmit-Cassegrain_5_01.jpg?v=1700595216"},{"product_id":"powertank-lithium-lt","title":"PowerTank Lithium LT","description":"\u003cp\u003ePower your telescope anywhere with the PowerTank Lithium LT, our smallest and lightest lithium-ion power pack. This handy device is a must-have for your telescope and accessories, camping gear, emergency kit, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStable Power\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDesigned for Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PowerTank Lithium LT is built with Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt Oxide [LiNiMnCoO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e] or NMC technology, which delivers a steady charge over long periods and requires less maintenance than a traditional sealed lead-acid battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike other lithium-ion power packs in this price range, the PowerTank Lithium LT was designed for astronomers by astronomers—specifically for the unique needs of computerized telescopes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTelescope electronics are very sensitive to voltage. Powering a telescope with lower-than-optimal voltage can cause the motors to strain with heavier loads and can even cause the electronics to glitch. The PowerTank Lithium LT uses a built-in voltage regulator to ensure that it delivers at least 11.8 volts for most of the life of the battery, until the battery is depleted and shuts off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may see competitor batteries claiming that they hold enough watt-hours of electricity to power your telescope for hours. The technology in these batteries was originally developed to power much lower-voltage electronics, such as home CPAP machines. Although the voltage actually being delivered starts off at 12V, it diminishes rapidly, impacting your telescope’s performance and becoming functionally useless within about 2-3 hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCelestron’s telescope engineers worked hand-in-hand with battery suppliers on PowerTank Lithium LT to ensure that it does not experience this dropoff in performance. The built-in voltage regulator ensures a stable 12V output, regardless of the amount of charge left in the battery. This keeps your telescope’s electronics safe and performing their best, so you can focus on astronomy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1935\/4371\/files\/PTL_LT_vs_Competition_Graph_no_names-Rev_B_1024x1024.jpg?v=1561159327\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NMC chemistry used by the PowerTank Lithium LT offers far more advantages than the commonly used Lithium Cobalt Oxide batteries found on the market today.  Besides having a longer shelf life and three times the number of charge cycles than LiCoO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e chemistry, our NMC battery offers overcharge and over-discharge protection and can withstand temperatures 100\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003e F (60\u003csup\u003eo\u003c\/sup\u003e C) higher than LiCoO\u003csub\u003e2\u003c\/sub\u003e batteries making the NMC less likely to experience thermal runaway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to a lead-acid battery, the PowerTank Lithium LT is smaller, lighter, more efficient, and better for the environment. It offers better performance, a longer lifespan, and safer operation than other low-cost lithium-ion battery chemistries. It also offers automatic shut-off, reverse polarity protection, charging\/discharging protection, overcurrent protection, and short circuit protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse in the Field\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe power pack’s extremely portable form factor means it can go anywhere from a remote dark sky location for astroimaging to a weekend of camping. When it’s powering your telescope, use the included 2” straps to secure the unit to your tripod leg where it is out of the way. Besides the power cable to charge your telescope, no other cables are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need to power your telescope and charge electronic devices simultaneously, the PowerTank Lithium LT features two output ports: 1 12V DC port for the telescope and 1 fast-charging 2.1A USB charging port for smartphones and tablets. This USB port can also support any accessories that require 5V USB power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTravel with PowerTank\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PowerTank Lithium LT can travel with you on your next vacation. At 73.3 watt-hours, it meets current FAA regulations (160 Wh) for transportation in your carry-on baggage.  Please check in advance with your airline to verify they do not have stricter policies. 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The EclipSmart Eclipse Solar Filter is a must-have accessory perfect for viewing the Sun and eclipses like the upcoming 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse and 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. Affordable, easy to use, and best of all, all Celestron EclipSmart products conform to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard. This solar filter is custom designed for Celestron 8” Schmidt-Cassegrain and EdgeHD telescopes. 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Do not use and discard if damaged, torn, punctured, or separated from the frame in any way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUpcoming Eclipses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2023 -\u003c\/strong\u003e On October 14, 2023, the famed “Ring of Fire” will encircle a darkened Moon during a spectacular annular eclipse.  This special type of partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to cover the Sun completely. 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The EclipSmart Eclipse Solar Filter is a must-have accessory perfect for viewing the Sun and eclipses like the upcoming 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse and 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. Affordable, easy to use, and best of all, all Celestron EclipSmart products conform to the ISO 12312-2:2015(E) international safety standard. This solar filter is custom designed for Celestron 6” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. 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