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Baader Planetarium Storage-Case (ABS) for FFC
Baader Planetarium Storage-Case (ABS) for FFC
Baader Planetarium Storage-Case (ABS) for FFC

Baader Planetarium Storage-Case (ABS) for FFC

by Baader Planetarium
SKU BAA-2458280
$126.00 - $126.00
$126.00
$126.00 - $126.00
$126.00
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  • Designed specifically for the Baader FFC Fluorite Flatfield Converter
  • Ultra high-impact ABS plastic construction
  • Waterproof, airtight, and dustproof seal
  • Automatic air pressure equalization valve
  • Precision-cut hard foam insert for FFC and T2 accessories
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  • Storage-Case (ABS) for FFC

    Protect your investment in high-end optics with the Storage-Case for the Baader FFC Fluorite Flatfield Converter. Built from ultra high-impact ABS plastic, this case provides waterproof, airtight, and dustproof protection for your FFC and its associated T2 accessories during transport and storage. It features a custom-cut foam interior and an automatic pressure equalization valve, ensuring your optical system is secure from shocks, environmental hazards, and temperature-induced stress.

    Robust ABS Construction: Waterproof, Airtight, and Dustproof

    This case is engineered from ultra high-impact ABS plastic, a significant upgrade over generic cases that use plastic with a superficial aluminum look. The design creates a fully waterproof, airtight, and dustproof seal to shield the sensitive CaF2 lenses of the FFC from moisture and contaminants. External ribs reinforce the housing, preventing warping and protecting the recessed latches from accidental impact.

    Intelligent Design: Field-Ready Features for Transport and Acclimation

    An automatic air pressure equalization valve makes this case ideal for travel. It ensures you can easily open the lid after changes in altitude or temperature, such as during air travel or driving to a mountain-top observatory. The large handle and two quick-release latches are designed for operation even while wearing gloves, while their recessed placement prevents the case from accidentally opening during transport.

    Precision-Cut Foam for the Baader FFC and T2 System

    The interior features a hard foam insert with precision cutouts for the Baader FFC and the components of the All-in-One T2 Set. This keeps your optical train organized and ready for immediate use, while also accommodating your own custom adapter combinations. By storing and transporting the FFC within the case, you also protect it from thermal shock, allowing the optics to acclimate slowly and safely to ambient temperature.

  • Why do I need this specific Storage-Case for my Baader FFC?

    Your Baader FFC is a precision optical instrument. This case is purpose-built with a custom foam insert to hold the FFC and its T2 accessories securely, protecting them from shocks. Its ABS construction and airtight seal also guard against moisture, dust, and temperature shock, which generic cases may not prevent.

    What does the automatic pressure valve on the FFC Storage-Case do?

    The pressure valve automatically equalizes the air pressure inside the case with the outside environment. This is critical when you change altitude or experience significant temperature swings. It prevents a vacuum from forming inside, ensuring you can always open the case without a struggle, whether you've just landed after a flight or arrived at a high-altitude observing site.

    I observe from a high-altitude site. Will I have trouble opening this FFC case?

    No, you will not. The case is specifically equipped with an automatic air pressure equalization valve for this exact scenario. It prevents the pressure difference between sea level and your observing site from creating a vacuum seal, allowing for easy opening every time.

    Is the FFC Storage-Case just another plastic case?

    No. It is constructed from ultra high-impact ABS plastic, which is far more durable and protective than the "cheap plastic in aluminum look" found on many other cases. This material provides superior resistance to shocks and ensures the waterproof, airtight, and dustproof seal remains effective.

    Can this case protect my Baader FFC from temperature shock on a cold night?

    Yes. By keeping your FFC in the insulated case as it cools down, you allow the sensitive CaF2 lenses to adapt slowly to the ambient temperature. This gradual acclimation is the best way to prevent thermal shock, which can damage delicate optics.

    Will the foam insert in the FFC Storage-Case fit my custom T2 adapter setup?

    Yes, the cutouts are designed with flexibility in mind. While it perfectly fits the FFC and the standard All-in-One T2 Set, the layout is also intended to accommodate many user-created adapter combinations, keeping your specific imaging train ready for quick deployment.

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  • Baader Planetarium Warranty