{"product_id":"daystar-quark-chromosphere-for-questar-h-alpha-filter-dszqc","title":"Daystar Quark for Questar H-alpha Filter (Chromosphere or Prominence)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDaystar Quark for Questar H-alpha Filter (Chromosphere or Prominence)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChromosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Daystar Quark Chromosphere for Questar H-alpha Filter is for use on 3.5\" Classic QUESTAR Maktsutov telescopes. The user needn't worry about configurations. Just thread the QUESTAR Quark in either port, add an eyepiece and view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProminence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Daystar Quark Prominence for Questar H-alpha Filter is for use on 3.5″ Classic QUESTAR Maktsutov telescopes. The user needn’t worry about configurations. Just thread the QUESTAR Quark in either port, add an eyepiece and view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuark* is available in a choice of “prominence” or “chromosphere”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQUESTAR users need to purchase an Energy Rejection Filter specific to their telescope for safe operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact filter bandpass will vary based on final telescope application, so QUARK assemblies are qualified to show either prominences or surface (chromosphere). No specific FWHM bandpass is designated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNow observers can buy a filter based on their desired observing goals instead of their budget. Choose prominences and surface (Chromosphere) detail. Both are available for the same low price! The fully optimized design eliminates the need for any adapters. It's all combined in one lightweight eyepiece sized device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe new, compact design configuration eliminates unnecessary components, weight and associated costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaffles have been added to increase contrast and AR coatings are optimized for the 656nm wavelength. We even reduced power consumption, so the Quark can now operate all day off an optional small, palm-sized battery pack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use with full aperture SCTs, or damage to your secondary mirror may result. SCTs must use an off axis ERF, sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nExact filter bandpass will vary based on final telescope application, so QUARK* assemblies are qualified to show either prominence or surface (chromosphere).  No specific FWHM bandpass is designated.  Now observers can buy a filter based on their desired observing goals instead of their budget.  Choose fore WIDER prominences with a little surface or MORE surface contrast (Chromosphere) and narrower prominences. Both are available for the same low price!\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront, male combo threaded eyepiece snout with 2 unique mating threads specifically matched to the QUESTAR axial and rear ports.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQUESTAR Quark can come to focus in the axial port with or without the barlow magnification lens engaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass compression ring to protect your eyepiece. Uses USB power, 5v 1.5amp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 90-240VAC wall adapter with international plug adapters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning knob allows wing shifting +\/- 0.5Ã with detents at every 0.1Å LED indicator for power, warming, ready, fault.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated 25mm blocking filter, 21mm clear filter aperture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo barlow lenses or focusing elements included. This unit is a 0-power filter only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips in convenient Twist-Case for safe, dust-free storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional 8-hour battery pack and 2\" female eyepiece adapter are available.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChromosphere:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWavelength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6562.8Å\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuning knob\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWing shift +\/- 0.5Å in 0.1Å increments.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFWHM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified. Prominence units are generally 0.6Å or above, Chromosphere units generally 0.5Å or below.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuestar Not suited for off-axis (SCT or dob) application.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarlow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated, fully baffled 2 element telecentric 4.3X barlow optimized for 656nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlocking filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated 25mm blocking filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21mm clear etalon aperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAperture Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone, usable on large telescopes for high magnificationFor apertures over 80mm, suggest UV\/IR cut filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25” snout or 2” snout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25” female drawtube with brass compression ring to protect eyepiece\n\u003cp\u003eOptional 2″ and SCT accessories available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB power, 5v 1.5amp, female Micro-B connector\n\u003cp\u003ePower is required for proper operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWall adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90-240VAC wall adapter, includes US, UK, Euro and Australian plugs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpt. battery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e” Optional 8-hour battery pack available”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLED indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow: temperature settling\n\u003cp\u003eGreen: ready to observe, filter on band\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed: fault such as low voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSettling time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 5-15 minutes after power up or change of wing shift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient temperature range 40°-100°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55mm diameter x 71mm x 146mm long\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTBD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProminence:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWavelength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6562.8Å\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuning knob\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWing shift +\/- 0.5Å in 0.1Å increments.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFWHM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified. Prominence units are generally 0.6Å or above, Chromosphere units generally 0.5Å or below.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuestar Not suited for off-axis (SCT or dob) application.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarlow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated, fully baffled 2 element telecentric 4.3X barlow optimized for 656nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlocking filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated 25mm blocking filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear aperture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21mm clear etalon aperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAperture Limit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone, usable on large telescopes for high magnificationFor apertures over 80mm, suggest UV\/IR cut filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun Side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25” snout or 2” snout\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEyepiece side\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25” female drawtube with brass compression ring to protect eyepiece\n\u003cp\u003eOptional 2″ and SCT accessories available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB power, 5v 1.5amp, female Micro-B connector\n\u003cp\u003ePower is required for proper operation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWall adapter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90-240VAC wall adapter, includes US, UK, Euro and Australian plugs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpt. battery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e” Optional 8-hour battery pack available”\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLED indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow: temperature settling\n\u003cp\u003eGreen: ready to observe, filter on band\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed: fault such as low voltage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSettling time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 5-15 minutes after power up or change of wing shift\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmbient temperature range 40°-100°F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55mm diameter x 71mm x 146mm long\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTBD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuark Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWall Adapter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSB Power Cord\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwist-Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; 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