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Trockenmittel\" width=\"250\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Drying Agent?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you do not want your expensive optics, optical accessories, eyepieces, CCD cameras or the interior of your telescope tube to suffer from humidity when in their closed containers, then it is recommended to take the same precautionary measures as is common practice in research labs with expensive instruments, placing a small bag or pouch of drying agent into the telescope tube or into the accessory cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can help to prevent the extremely annoying build up of condensation in the interior of eyepieces, telescope lenses, mirrors or Schmidt corrector plates – especially if one can prevent fresh humidity getting into the telescope tube later when changing accessories by the use of a prism diagonal or a plain glass filter to keep the telescope tube closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNote:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe offer a 2″ filter holder for SC telescopes into which any 2″ filter can be inserted (e.g. clear glass, UV\/IR cutting filters, nebula filters UHC-S) to prevent moisture from getting into the interior of the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrowband Solar filters ( LUNT, Daystar H-alpha, Solar Spectrum, etc.) are particularly susceptible to moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBaader Silica gel with coloured indicator:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter some searching, we have discovered a particularly reliable drying agent which is fool proof. in indicating its remaining effectiveness…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe beads of drying agent are a bright orange\/pink colour when dry, but are white and transparent when saturated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe beads become paler in the transitional phase, so that you can easily estimate the level of saturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"leftImage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyloaded\" alt=\"Baader Silica Gel Trockenmittel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baader-planetarium.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/product_info\/silica_gel\/silika-1.jpg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.baader-planetarium.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/product_info\/silica_gel\/silika-1.jpg\" title=\"Baader Silica Gel Trockenmittelr\" width=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"imageCaption\"\u003eStart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"leftImage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyloaded\" alt=\"Baader Silica Gel Trockenmittel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baader-planetarium.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/product_info\/silica_gel\/silika-2.jpg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.baader-planetarium.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/product_info\/silica_gel\/silika-2.jpg\" title=\"Baader Silica Gel Trockenmittel\" width=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"imageCaption\"\u003eafter 2 hours\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"leftImage\"\u003e\n\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazyloaded\" alt=\"Baader Silica Gel Trockenmittel\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baader-planetarium.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/product_info\/silica_gel\/silika-3.jpg\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.baader-planetarium.com\/media\/wysiwyg\/product_info\/silica_gel\/silika-3.jpg\" title=\"Baader Silica Gel Trockenmittel\" width=\"200\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"imageCaption\"\u003eafter 4 hours\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo re-use, simply put the beads on a plate, put the plate into an oven and slowly heat it up to a temperature of around 150 degrees Centigrade (do not pre-heat the oven as this can cause the beads to burst). After about five or six hours, the silica gel is once again bright orange\/pink and may be used further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDrying in a Microwave oven is\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis procedure can be repeated indefinitely. Nothing needs to be thrown away, as is unfortunately often the case with normal drying agents.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54711949754744,"sku":"1905160","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/1905160-600x798.jpg?v=1782290742"},{"product_id":"baader-ufc-3d-printed-case","title":"Baader UFC 3D-Printed Case","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\" class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUFC-Case for Filter Sliders with Mounted Filter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe UFC-Case is a convenient storage solution designed to securely hold all UFC Filter Sliders with mounted filters. This robust storage box comes with a hinged lid to provide easy access while ensuring your filters remain protected. Ideal for organizing and storing filter sliders in an efficient and safe manner.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"Baader UFC 3D-Printed Case – Dark Clear Skies UK\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/baader-ufc-case-3d-printed-1-600x600_480x480.jpg?v=1731781774\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds all UFC Filter Sliders with mounted filters for easy storage and organization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHinged Lid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Convenient hinged lid for easy access while keeping filters secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robust build designed to protect your filters from dust, scratches, and damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEfficient Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact and easy-to-use, perfect for keeping your filters organized and ready for use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for all UFC Filter Sliders with mounted filters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box with hinged lid for secure storage and easy access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects filters from dust and damage during storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Baader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54711960502648,"sku":"2459195","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/baader-ufc-case-3d-printed-1-600x600.jpg?v=1782295852"},{"product_id":"cotton-cloves-for-handling-sensitive-accessories-1-pair","title":"Cotton Cloves for Handling Sensitive Accessories (1 Pair)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCotton Gloves for Handling Optical Components.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThese cotton gloves are ideal for handling sensitive optical components like lenses. They prevent fingerprints, grease, and dirt from damaging delicate surfaces and coatings, ensuring that your valuable optical equipment remains in pristine condition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGentle Handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for working with lenses and other sensitive optical components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerprint Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents grease from fingerprints which can damage optical coatings and surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1 Pair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes one pair of gloves for easy use and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps ensure the longevity of valuable optical parts during assembly and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUsage Recommendations:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo protect your optical equipment, always wear these gloves when handling lenses, eyepieces, or any delicate optical components to avoid any damage caused by oils, dust, or scratches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Baader","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54711962763640,"sku":"2905050","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0523\/1650\/4241\/files\/1-pair-cotton-cloves-for-mounting-sensitive-accessories-600x400.jpg?v=1782289779"},{"product_id":"baader-2-filter-crown-tool","title":"Baader 2″ Filter Crown Tool","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBaader Filter Wrench for 2″ Filters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally developed for the Baader Herschel Prism, this tool ensures tension-free mounting and dismounting of hard-to-reach 2″ Baader filters with a milled grip crown. 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