Filter Accessories
Filters spend most of their life being handled, stored and swapped, and every one of those moments is a chance to fingerprint a coating or drop a 36 mm piece of glass into wet grass. Cells, holders, cases and slide systems remove most of that risk. David Astro carries filter accessories in Canada, held in stock for fast domestic shipping.
Sizes and threads vary by manufacturer. Tell us your filters and wheel and we will identify what fits.
Filters
Baader Double T-Filterholder - 1.25"
Holds two standard 1.25" filters Enables rapid switching between filters T-2 (M42x0.75) threads on both sides Minimal back focus consumption Ideal...
View full detailsBaader DSLR-2" Filter Holder - M48/SP54
Adapts 2" astronomical filters with M48 threads for use on standard DSLR camera lenses Provides a standard SP54 female thread for connection to va...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium 1.25" Filter Holder for T-2 and 2" Filter Threads
Securely holds standard 1.25" filters Integrates directly into T-2 (M42x0.75) threaded systems Prevents accessory tilt common with drop-in filter ...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium FCCT Filter Holder Set: 4x – 3D-printed
Set of 4 individual filter holders Designed for the Baader FCCT system Available for unmounted 31mm, 36mm (2mm thick) or 2-inch (Ø 47.4 mm) filter...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium FCCT Filter Holder – 3D-printed
Designed for the Baader FCCT System Available for unmounted 31mm, 36mm and 2" (Ø 47.4mm) filters Integrated Neodymium magnets for secure, repeatab...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium Filter Crown Tool for Baader Filters
Safely Removes Stuck Baader Filters – Versions for 1.25" & 2" Filters Engages with Baader's Proprietary "Filter Crown" Notch Prevents Deformat...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium UFC Protection – Dark-Slider, 3D-printed
STL files for 3D printing Designed for the Baader UFC System Creates a light-tight dark slide Essential for dark frame calibration Free download w...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium UFC Protection – Slider-Seal, 3D-printed
Free to download STL files for 3D printing Designed for the Baader Planetarium UFC System Protects filter sliders from dust and damage Licensed un...
View full detailsBaader Planetarium UFC S70 Base Connector – Optical height: 2 mm
Connects multiple Baader UFC filter bases Adds only 2 mm of optical height to the imaging train Provides a camera-side S70 dovetail co...
View full detailsBaader Stackable Filter Box
Modular, interlocking design Connects vertically and horizontally Individual drawer for each filter Front-facing space for labeling Creates a stur...
View full detailsBaader UFC AUX Filter-Holder - D 31mm (requires UFC-RD50)
Designed for 31mm Unmounted Filters Integrates with the Baader UFC-RD50 Filter Slider Enables Dual-Filter Stacking in the UFC System Component of ...
View full detailsBaader UFC AUX Filter-Holder - D 36mm (requires UFC-RD50)
Holds one 36mm unmounted filter Designed for the Baader UFC System Requires the UFC-RD50 Filter Slider (#2459113) Enables rapid filter changes in ...
View full detailsBaader UFC AUX Mounted Filter-Holder - 1.25" (requires UFC-RD50)
Holds standard 1.25" threaded filters Designed for the Baader Universal Filter Changer (UFC) system Mounts inside the UFC-RD50 Filter Slider Enabl...
View full detailsBaader UFC Straylight Shield
Blocks stray light when using the Baader UFC filter system with camera lenses Prevents internal reflections and gradients on long exposures Ensure...
View full detailsPlayer One Extra Filter Drawer Holder - 1.25"
Holds Standard 1.25" Filters M28.5x0.6 Female Threads Compatible with Player One Filter Drawer MAX & MINI Enables Quick Filter Changes Desc...
View full detailsPlayer One Extra Filter Drawer Holder - 2"
Holds Standard 2" Mounted Filters M48x0.75 Internal Female Threads Compatible with Player One Filter Drawer MAX Compatible with Player One Filter ...
View full detailsQHYCCD CFW 1.25" Adapter
Connects QHY monochrome planetary cameras to QHYCFW3S filter wheels Enables the use of standard 1.25-inch mounted filters Compatible with 31mm unm...
View full detailsSBIG Filter Inserts 36mm to 1.25"
Individual inserts that allow the use of 1.25″ filters in threaded cells to be used instead of 36mm unmounted filters in the FW8-8300 and FW8S-Alum...
View full detailsSBIG Standard Cover for FW8-Aluma
Standard front cover for Aluma filter wheel – replaces the self-guiding front cover when minimum back focus distance is needed.
SBIG Standard Cover FW8-STXL
Standard front cover for STXL filter wheel – replaces the self-guiding front cover for use with camera lens adapters.
SBIG Threaded 1.25" Filter Cell with Retainer for 1.1" Unmounted Filters
This is a 1.25″ screw-in filter cell for unmounted 1.1″ standard glass filters. The cell includes a retaining ring for holding the filter in place.
Starizona RASA 8 Filter Holder - M42 Threads
The RASA 8 Filter Holder allows the use of 2" filters on Celestron's RASA 8" telescope with a camera using M42 threads and having a 17.5mm backfoc...
View full detailsWanderer Astro Filter Shim for 50mm Filters
Designed for SFW50 & SFW50S Filter Wheels Adapts 50mm Unmounted Filters Thinner than 2.5mm Ensures Accurate and Stable Filter Seating Prevents...
View full detailsZWO 2" to 1.25" Filter Adapter Ring
Adapts 1.25" mounted filters for use in 2" filter holders Compatible with ZWO 5-position and 7-position 2" filter wheels Fits ZWO M42 and M54 filt...
View full detailsHolding, Storing and Changing Filters
These accessories address handling and storage, which is where most filter damage actually happens.
- Filter cells and rings: Mount an unmounted filter into a threaded cell so it can be handled by the edge and screwed in without touching the glass.
- Filter cases: Individual compartments that prevent coated surfaces contacting each other, which is how most cleaning marks are acquired.
- Filter slides and holders: Quick-change mechanisms that let a filter be swapped without unthreading anything in the imaging train.
- Carriers for unmounted filters: Adapt square or unmounted round filters into wheels and drawers designed for mounted formats.
- Step rings and thread adapters: Convert between 1.25 inch, 2 inch and metric filter threads, which is often needed when moving filters between setups.
- Handling tools: Suction handles and edge grips for large unmounted filters, which are otherwise awkward to place without contact.
Why Choose David Astro for Filter Accessories
A cheap accessory that protects an expensive filter is one of the better value purchases available.
- Thread and size identified: We match cells, adapters and carriers to your specific filters and wheel rather than assuming a standard fit.
- Storage advice included: We recommend compartmented storage with desiccant, because coating damage in storage is more common than damage in use.
- Handling technique: We will explain how to place a large unmounted filter without touching its surface, which is not obvious the first time.
- Authorized dealer: Genuine products with manufacturer warranty, in Canadian stock.
- Ships from Canada: No duties or brokerage fees for Canadian buyers.
Filter Accessories in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I buy mounted or unmounted filters?
- Mounted are far easier to handle and thread in. Unmounted maximize clear aperture for large sensors, which sometimes matters enough to accept the handling difficulty.
- How should I store filters?
- In individual compartments so surfaces cannot touch, in a dry place with desiccant. Stacked filters and humid storage account for most of the cleaning marks we see.
- Can I use unmounted filters in a standard wheel?
- Only with a compatible carrier, and only if the wheel is designed to accept one. Tell us the wheel model and filter format and we will confirm.
- How do I handle a large filter safely?
- By the edges only, or with a suction handle for larger unmounted glass. Place it into a cell first rather than handling it repeatedly during installation.
Protecting your filters?
Tell us your filters and wheel and we will identify what fits. Canadian stock, fast domestic shipping.