What is the Soft-Sided Eyepiece Case designed to hold?
The EPWP KIT Case is primarily designed to hold a set of 1.25" or 2" eyepieces, such as those in the Explore Scientific 62°, 68°, 82°, and 100° series. Its configurable interior also makes it ideal for organizing smaller accessories like filters, Barlow lenses, diagonals, batteries, and cables.
Is this the same case that comes with the Explore Scientific 82° eyepiece kits?
Yes, this is the exact same compact, soft-sided case that Explore Scientific includes with their 62°, 68°, 82°, and 100° eyepiece kits. It's an excellent option if you purchased your eyepieces individually and now want the official, purpose-built case for them.
How does the EPWP KIT Case protect my eyepieces?
The case features a layered construction for protection. The key components are:
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EVA Foam: A dense, closed-cell foam that provides cushioning against impacts.
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Rigid PE Board: A polyethylene sheet integrated into the walls and dividers that adds structural integrity and prevents the case from being easily crushed. This also keeps items from shifting between compartments.
Can I use the Soft-Sided Eyepiece Case for other brands of eyepieces?
Absolutely. While it is the official case for Explore Scientific eyepieces, its versatile and protective design makes it a great storage solution for any brand of eyepieces and similarly sized astronomical accessories that you want to keep organized and safe.
I'm traveling to a dark sky site; is the EPWP KIT Case a good choice to put inside a larger duffel bag?
Yes, this is an ideal use case. The case's semi-rigid construction protects your eyepieces from other items in your main travel bag, while its compact form factor doesn't add excessive bulk. It keeps all your essential small accessories in one place so they are easy to find in the dark.
Will my Explore Scientific 100° eyepieces and a 2" diagonal fit in the EPWP KIT Case?
The case is designed to hold eyepieces from the 100° series. The fit for a specific combination of eyepieces and a 2" diagonal will depend on the configuration of the internal dividers. The case is versatile, but for larger accessories like a 2" diagonal, you may need to arrange the dividers to create a custom-shaped compartment.
