astro.n-minus

Filter

Astronomik H-beta visual 1.25" (M28.5)

Key specifications

Filter typeNarrowband
PassbandH-beta 480-492nm
Bandwidth12 nm
Filter size1.25"
MountedYes

About

A visual H-beta filter that passes the 486 nm line almost unobstructed and blocks the rest of the spectrum, lifting faint hydrogen regions like the Horsehead into reach of 10"–12" apertures. Intended for telescopes of 8" and up at f/4.5 to f/6, and of no use under urban skies.