LUNT 40MM H-Alpha Solar Telescope for Astrophotography - Perfect for Solar Observation, Sunspot Tracking & Astronomy Enthusiasts

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The All New Lunt 40mm Solar Telescope provides the basic essentials perfect for a first time introduction to solar observing. A true grab and go dedicated hydrogen alpha telescope, the Lunt 40mm F/10 system is sure to impress allowing both amateur and seasoned professions to experience the awe inspiring phenomena of our closest Star!

Easily portable and a joy to use, the Lunt 40mm joins the Lunt Telescope line up as our smallest aperture offering, while providing the power, amazing detail and quality you expect from a Lunt Telescope -all at an impressive ~4.0mm Solar Image Size!

The Lunt 40mm Hydrogen Alpha Telescope includes a Non-Rotating Helical Focuser, integrated Vixen Style Dovetail, and B500 Blocking Filter for both visual and photography purposes.

LUNT SPACER KIT INCLUDED.

EYEPIECE NOT INCLUDED.

Lunt NEW 40mm Dedicated Solar Hydrogen-alpha Solar Telescope Specifications: (single stacked)

Starting at Only $799.00!

Specifications:
System Wavelength: 656.28nm. Hydrogen-alpha (tuneable, dedicated)
System Focal Length: f10
Sun Image Size: 3.67mm
Objective: Precision Doublet (Optimized at 656nm)
Blocking Filter: 5mm standard (upgradeable to 6mm or 12mm)
Etalon Size: 40mm full aperture precision Lunt Etalon
Etalon Peak Transmission: >88%
Etalon Net Finesse: 19
Etalon FSR (Free Spectral Range): 12 Angstroms
Etalon Tuning: Conventional Tilt through +/- 1 Angstrom
Etalon FWHM (Bandpass): <0.65 Angstrom
Weight of Telescope: 2.8lbs

Additional Features:
Integrated Vixen Style dovetail plate (included) with integrated 1/4-20 tapped holes in base for camera mounts
Non-rotating helical focuser (included) (upgrade to FT available)
Sol-Searcher (Included)
DS (Doublestack) available by pre-order soon (Optional accessory) (not included)(Price TBD (~US$499)
Fitted Foam
Color: Pearl White with Black and Red accents

Suggested Accessories: (not included above)
Hard Case (Lunt 40mm/ LS50THa Case)
Lunt Zoom Eyepiece
Lunt 19mm Eyepiece
6mm or 12mm (imaging) Blocking Filter
Doublestack Filter (TBD)
Solar Tracking Mount

Compare:
Bandpass FWHM:
Lunt 40mm (Single Stack): <0.65 Angstrom External Etalon
Coronado PST (Single Stack): Sub-Angstrom <1.0 Angstrom Internal Etalon
Etalon Size:
Lunt 40mm: External 40mm clear aperture (no obstruction)
Coronado PST: Internal 18mm clear aperture (no obstruction)
Coronado 40mm: External 40mm obstructed
Tuning:
Lunt 40mm: Conventional front mount tilt tune
Coronado PST: Internal Mechanical Compression
Blocking Filter:
Lunt 40mm: 5mm standard, Upgradeable to 6mm or 12mm
Coronado PST: Fixed 5mm, NOT upgradeable
Focuser:
Lunt 40mm: Non-rotating Helical, Upgradeable to Feather Touch
Coronado PST: Internal sliding pentaprism, NOT upgradeable
Sun Finder:
Lunt 40mm: Tele Vue Sol Searcher included (alignable)
Coronado PST: Inegrated Sun Finder (not alignable)
Mount Attachment:
Lunt 40mm: Vixen Style dovetail with integrated 1/4-20 tapped holes for camera mounts included
Coronado PST: 1/4-20 tapped holes in base. Dovetail an added option
Country of Manufacture:
Lunt 40mm: USA (Tucson, Arizona)
Coronado PST: Mexico
Etalon Specification:
There is no comparing Lunt Etalon specifications with any other brand. Other brands simply do NOT provide their specifications. Compare and SEE the difference a Lunt Etalon makes.

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Returns will be accepted for up to 10 days of Customer’s receipt or tracking number on unworn items. You, as a Customer, are obliged to inform us via email before you return the item.

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