Celestron EclipSmart Solar Filter for AstroMaster 130EQ Telescopes

While transforming your Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ telescope into a solar observatory, the EclipSmart Eclipse Solar Filter emerges as an indispensable accessory. It's ideal for solar observations and eclipse viewing, including the anticipated 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse and the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. This cost-effective and user-friendly solar filter is not just a mere accessory but a safety shield, boasting ISO-certified Solar Safe technology. All Celestron EclipSmart products adhere to the most recent ISO 12312-2 standards, ensuring your viewing experience is as safe as it is spectacular.

This solar filter is meticulously designed to fit the AstroMaster 130EQ and AstroMaster 130EQ-MD telescopes like a glove. It features two hook and loop straps that ensure a secure and snug fit, keeping the filter firmly in place during your solar observations.

EclipSmart solar products are equipped with Solar Safe filter technology, providing paramount protection against harmful solar radiation. This includes IR and UV light, and it blocks 99.999% of visible light. Celestron's Solar Safe filter technology is guaranteed safe for direct solar observation and has earned independent verification by SAI Global Assurance Services.

Solar Safe products meet and exceed the transmission requirements of ISO 12312-2, 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.

Please note, it's essential to inspect your filter before every use. If the filter is damaged, torn, punctured, or separated from the frame in any way, it should not be used and must be discarded immediately. With the EclipSmart Solar Filter, you can safely explore the sun's mysteries from the comfort of your backyard.