Explore Scientific A4 Solarix Solar Filter Film

Further details

Explore Scientific Solarix Solar Filter Film in A4 sheets with instructions, observe Solar eclipses and surface detail on the Sun with your telescope, including sunspots, surface granulation, faculae and filaments in complete safety. Tested in Germany under the stringent safety requirements of DIN EN ISO 12312-2 : 2015-11 and CE certified 100% safe for solar observation, the Explore Scientific Solarix Solar Filter Film A4 is supplied in a pliable, yet tough solar film design to be cut and mounted on telescopes, binoculars, cameras and and can be used to make DIY solar glasses in order to observe and study the fascinating features of our closest star.

Viewing and imaging the Sun
This solar filter material can be used for viewing or imaging Solar eclipses, Sunspots and Planetary transits of Mercury and Venus accross the solar disk with a telescope.

Safe Solar filter film for any optic
CE approved Solar filter material for Telescopes., Binoculars or camera lenses complete with comprehensive instructions.

Giving an aesthetically pleasing yellow/orange cast to the solar disk, the Explore Scientific Solarix Solar Filter Film cuts out 99.999% of solar light, including all UV and IR wavelengths, allowing the observer to study the solar disk in detail.

The film is supplied with cardboard guide stencil sheet for making your own solar filter and solar viewing glasses, plus a helpful guide sheet, which explains all about how to cut mount and handle the material. This film is extremely useful for those with telescopes and binoculars that are not catered for by regular-sized solar filters, allowing the user to create a perfectly fitting bespoke DIY cell for their own particular needs. Ships in heavy duty cardboard outer envelope.

Features include:
Watch Solar Eclipses, Sun Spots, Planet Transits, crossing aircrafts and satellites.Suitable for making your individual solar filter for telescopes, binoculars, photo- and video cameras.

Newly developed solar filter film that has the optical quality of glass with the advantages of impregnated polymer.

Collateral protection by using impregnated polymer and additional filter coated surface.

Creates a very natural and yellow solar image.

Also qualified for high magnifications.

Consistent brightness and even density with any aperture.

Ideal for visual observing and photographic use.

Light weight and does not require re-balancing tube assembly.

Flat surface compared to other thin film filters that have wrinkles and creases.

Resistant against any damage.

Construction manual included for making your individual solar filter and eclipse glasses.

Tested in Germany under the stringent safety requirements of DIN EN ISO 12312-2 : 2015-11 and certified 100% safe for solar observation

Specifications:
Material thickness: 0.05mm
Optical density: 5
Optical transmission: 1/1000 of 1% (99.999% incoming light blocked)
Dimension: A4 - 210 x 297mm

Delivery charge £5.95

Reviews

  Good value for money  This is an ND5 (or a little more) plastic film with one side aluminised for use as a full aperture solar filter. I made mine up as an 8in diameter for a Criterion 8000 SCT. It performed exactly as advertised with an orange tint. Cheaper than the Baade solarfilm it is good value for money.  (11/03/2025) Dr James S. Albinson - Staffordshire

  Quality item, instructions a bit vague   Bought this for my camera and scope for the April 24 eclipse The items were well packaged and good quality The instructions for making s solar filter could have been a little clearer however, as they took a wee while to decipher. Perhaps a YouTube video would help.  (10/04/2024) Billy Smith - Ayr

  First class all around  with the A4 sheet i made 2 filters for my camera lens and used the left over bit made filter for view finder on telescope you know shopping here you will get quality and the knowledge at hand if needed many thanks  (18/04/2021) Mike Kunz - Somerton, Somerset

  Works well, trust it's safety.  Made quite a few solar covers from this 1 sheet. Supplied instructions, card for expected templates make for good ideas on construction. I used double sided sticky tape & PVA glue. 1st sheeting I've used, but very happy.   (23/11/2019) Phil - East Yorkshire, UK

  Exactly what I wanted  Excellent product, clear instructions for making a filter for my camera and eclipse glasses. All ready for the eclipse!   (13/08/2017) Jane - Hampshire

  Good product  I have only had a limited opportunity to use the filter since fitting it into the housing I use on my 9.25 SCT but first impressions are good and compare favourably to the previous "Baader" film I have used. The orange hue is a pleasant change from the white disc the Baader product produces.   (09/04/2017) David Ettie - Washington Tyne and Wear