{"title":"Lunt SUNoculars Solar Binoculars","description":"\u003cp\u003eLunt SUNoculars are white light solar binoculars with built-in solar filters, made only for looking at the Sun. The line includes the 8x32mm SUNoculars and the smaller 6x30mm SUNoculars Mini.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey show the solar disk and larger sunspot groups, and they are a simple way to follow the phases of a partial or total solar eclipse. Light and quick to share, they suit families, schools, outreach events and eclipse trips where a telescope would be too much to carry.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lunt-6x30mm-sunoculars-mini-white-light-binoculars","title":"Lunt 6x30mm SUNoculars Mini White Light Binoculars","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6x Magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30mm Objective Lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal CE-Certified White Light Dye Filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual Eyepiece Focusing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, Portable Design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownloads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLunt 6x30mm SUNoculars Mini White Light Binoculars\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lunt 6x30mm SUNoculars Mini White Light Binoculars use CE-certified internal dye filters to provide completely safe, direct views of the sun. With 6x magnification through 30mm objective lenses, these compact binoculars reveal details in sunspots, solar eclipses, and planetary transits without the complexity of telescope filters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6x Magnification with CE-Certified White Light Filters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike standard binoculars that require separate, front-mounted filters, the Lunt SUNoculars have safety built in. The internal, non-coated dye filters are pinhole-free and CE-certified, rejecting harmful radiation and allowing you to observe the sun directly. The 6x magnification offers a significant step up from solar eclipse glasses, resolving the dark umbra and lighter penumbra of sunspot groups with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIndividual Eyepiece Focus for Maintained Collimation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese solar binoculars are built for reliability in the field. Instead of a central focusing wheel, the SUNoculars feature individual eyepiece adjustments, a robust design that protects the optical alignment (collimation) from being knocked out of sync. Adjusting the focus or the interpupillary distance (IPD) won't compromise the merged, three-dimensional view, ensuring sharp, comfortable observing sessions every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eAre the Lunt 6x30mm SUNoculars safe for looking directly at the sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes, they are completely safe for direct solar viewing.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Lunt SUNoculars feature internal, CE-certified dye filters that block harmful UV and IR radiation. They are designed exclusively for observing the sun. Never use standard binoculars, with or without filters, unless they are specifically made for solar viewing from a reputable manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow will sunspots appear through the Lunt 6x30mm SUNoculars compared to solar eclipse glasses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile solar eclipse glasses show the sun as a plain, featureless disk, the \u003cstrong\u003e6x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e of the SUNoculars allows you to resolve individual sunspots and sunspot groups. You will be able to see the darker central umbra and the lighter surrounding penumbra of larger spots, details that are invisible to the unaided eye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Lunt 6x30mm SUNoculars to view a solar eclipse?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The Lunt SUNoculars are ideal for all phases of a solar eclipse. The 6x magnification provides a detailed view of the moon's disk slowly covering the sun and is perfect for observing Baily's Beads and the Diamond Ring effect safely. They offer a much more engaging view than eclipse glasses alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy do the Lunt SUNoculars Mini use individual eyepiece focus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividual eyepiece focus is a more robust and durable mechanical design than a central focusing wheel. This system helps the binoculars \u003cstrong\u003emaintain collimation\u003c\/strong\u003e (optical alignment) over time, even with frequent use or minor bumps. It also allows you to set the focus for each of your eyes independently for the sharpest possible view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I focus the Lunt 6x30mm SUNoculars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo focus, simply look through the binoculars at the sun and close one eye. Rotate the eyepiece for your open eye until the edge of the sun is perfectly sharp. Then, close that eye, open the other, and repeat the process for the second eyepiece. Once set, you typically won't need to refocus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Lunt SUNoculars for bird watching or nighttime astronomy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo, absolutely not.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Lunt SUNoculars are single-purpose instruments with very dense, permanently installed solar filters. They are designed only for observing the sun. They will not transmit enough light to be used for any terrestrial or nighttime viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e81439302467\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal Dye Filter (CE Certified)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocusing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndividual Eyepiece Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable Colors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow, Red, Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product includes the binoculars only. Please refer to the product images for visual confirmation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/lunt-solar-system-warranty\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLunt Solar Systems 5-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lunt Solar Systems","offers":[{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":44967534919965,"sku":"LSS-LSBF-6MINIYEL","price":49.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":44967534854429,"sku":"LSS-LSBF-6MINIRED","price":42.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue","offer_id":44967534887197,"sku":"LSS-LSBF-6MINIBLU","price":42.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/products\/Lunt-6x30mm-SUNoculars-Mini-1__36771.1598228255.1280.1280.jpg?v=1684343618"}],"url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/collections\/lunt-sunoculars-solar-binoculars.oembed","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}