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Brand: Baader Planetarium
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Baader AstroSolar Film (Visual, ND 5)
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Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.9 stars
(based on 29 reviews)
97% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Accurate(12), Compact(9), Easy to use(4), Inexpensive(3), Strong construction(5)
Cons:
Difficult to use(3), Unstable(3)
Best Uses:
Astronomy(23), Bright conditions(3)
Describe Yourself:
Avid adventurer(7), Casual/ recreational(20)
Was this a gift?:
No(11)
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A handy way to buy a solar filter
By evanappVerified Purchaser from Kensington, CA on 12/18/2011
Pros:
Easy to Use, Lightweight
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Baader Planetarium Baader AstroSolar Film (Visual, ND 5):

It is very convenient to buy this film in whatever size you need. Useful guidance is provided for making a complete filter assembly.

 
a easy complement
By oriolVerified Purchaser from España on 10/31/2011
Pros:
Easy to Use
Cons:
Unstable
Best Uses:
Astronomy
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

Comments about Baader Planetarium Baader AstroSolar Film (Visual, ND 5):

It was an easy complement to observe the sun carefull and safety. It is cheap and makes good results

 
DIY Solar filter for 8" SCT
By GraypathVerified Purchaser from Galveston, TX on 10/29/2011
Pros:
Economical, Great instructions
Cons:
None-follow instructions
Best Uses:
Astronomy, Best for sunspots
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Baader Planetarium Baader AstroSolar Film (Visual, ND 5):

For greatest success and safety, follow the supplied instructions carefully. I made my filter cell from black poster board, locally available, so no painting was necessary. Shows sunspots well, and would be effective for observing eclipses.

 
Solar Observing for Less Than $30
By Roy G BivVerified Purchaser from Westerville, OH on 5/30/2011
Pros:
Great Contrast, Natural Color
Best Uses:
Solar Astronomy
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Baader Planetarium Baader AstroSolar Film (Visual, ND 5):

Like most casual astronomers, I like to observe the sun when there is sun spot activity but I don't want to spend $75+ on a filter that I'm only going to use once in a while. With Baader Solar Film you can make your own Solar filter for $30 or less and get great/safe views of the Sun! You buy the size sheet of film for your scope (so there is little waste) and make a custom cardboard cell for you scope - in 30 minutes you can be observing the Sun!

 
Great DIY Solar Filter For Binoculars
By JimOfOakCreekVerified Purchaser from Wisconsin on 5/29/2011
Pros:
Strong Construction
Describe Yourself:
Casual/ Recreational
Was this a gift?:
No
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Baader Planetarium Baader AstroSolar Film (Visual, ND 5):

I recommend Baader Solar Film because it's durable and displays a pale yellowish white sun. Ordinary Mylar displays a blue sun.

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