Telescope-Solar Telescopes-Apertura AD8 Solar Filter

A Must Have Solar Filter for Your AD8!

Bring the power of solar viewing to your Apertura 8” Dobsonian! Premium construction of this Apertura Solar Filter features high quality solar film, allowing you to get up close and personal with the Sun. See details on the solar surface and be impressed by the stunning clarity!

When it comes to viewing the Sun, safety needs to be of utmost importance. These AD8 Solar Filters are made in the USA and come equipped with textured ABS plastic, four PETG solar safety retainers, and robust elastic to ensure a secure fit over your Dobsonian. Important note: Always ensure proper installation before any observing session. Never look through the eyepiece without the solar filter correctly positioned. The very narrow bandpass of sunlight allowed through this filter allows solar details to become evident for captivating solar viewing experiences. Enjoy high contrast views of the Sun in white light, and be amazed by the sunspots and other activities seen on our nearest star. Just in time for the April 8th 2024 total solar eclipse, this Apertura AD8 Solar Filter is a must have accessory for this once in a life time event!

Upgrade Your Apertura 8” Dobsonian Experience with the AD8 Solar Filter!

With equisite build quality and the opportunity to witness captivating solar activity yourself, this AD8 Solar Filter is an essential accessory for any astronomy enthusiast. Read more about this incredible solar filter below!

Get to Know Our Closest Star
Through periods of high activity and low activity, our Sun undergoes an 11 year solar cycle where the number of sunspots shifts in quantity. These sunspots last anywhere from a few hours, a few days, or even up to a few months. The ever changing solar surface is exciting to witness, and thanks to Apertura, you can experience it yourself! The AD8 Solar Filter is the perfect companion for your Apertura 8” Dobsonian, giving you the opportunity to marvel at our Sun’s dynamic nature.

Premier Craftsmanship Built for Your 8” Dobsonian
Designed specifically for the Apertura AD8 Dobsonian, this Solar Filter fits snuggly over the objective of your telescope. Attaching this filter is simple: the strong, robust elastic straps fasten over the secondary support knobs, and the quality crafted orange PETG solar retainers secures the filter its place. Four anchoring points keep this AD8 Solar Filter flush against the telescope to block out stray light from entering the optics. The Sun will appear white through this solar film, giving sharp contrast and peak clarity!