Guest Fluke Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 I know we only get the last hour or so of the Venus Transit of the Sun but I'm keen on getting up at the crack of dawn to witness this rare astro event. Is it possible to safely view this with through my 127 Mak with the right safety filters? If so, where do I start? Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 You will need a solar filter either home made or bought from a shop similar to this one. http://www.firstligh...lar-filter.html />http://www.firstlightoptics.com/solar-filters/baader-astrosolar-safety-film-nd-50.html Also remember to get one for your finder or if you don't use your finder remove it from your scope. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fluke Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 Great stuff Mick, thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fluke Posted February 9, 2012 Share Posted February 9, 2012 Do we have many Solar observers amongst us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cosmic dave Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I will be out for this one, not as a solar but planetary observer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fluke Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I've just checked how long we get of this in the UK - only 17 mins! 4:37 - 4:54AM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I've just checked how long we get of this in the UK - only 17 mins! 4:37 - 4:54AM Better be quick then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Fluke Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Yep, cant overlay that morning! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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