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Daystar Quark to T adapter
Daystar Quark to T adapter

Daystar Quark to T adapter

by Daystar Filters
SKU DAY-SZ1T
$59.00 - $59.00
$59.00
$59.00 - $59.00
$59.00
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  • Connects T-thread cameras directly to a Daystar Quark
  • Adds 10mm of spacing (flange-to-flange)
  • Internal knife-edge baffles reduce reflections
  • Rigid, direct-thread connection prevents flexure
  • Lightweight design at only 0.06 lb
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  • Daystar Quark to T adapter

    The Daystar Quark to T adapter provides a rigid, direct-thread connection for your imaging camera, with a precise 10mm flange-to-flange length for a minimal profile. Weighing just 0.06 lb and featuring an overall length of 19mm, this adapter ensures a secure, flex-free fit between your Quark and T-thread camera, which is critical for sharp solar imaging.

    The 10mm Rigid T-Thread Connection

    This adapter gives imagers a solid, threaded mounting solution, replacing eyepiece holders that can introduce tilt or flexure from thumbscrews and compression rings. The direct T-thread connection ensures your camera sensor remains perfectly parallel to the focal plane. The 10mm flange-to-flange distance provides a compact and stable link in your imaging train.

    Baffled for High-Contrast Solar Imaging

    To deliver the best possible contrast, the adapter's interior is machined with knife-edge baffles. These sharp ridges are designed to trap stray light and eliminate internal reflections that can wash out faint prominences and delicate chromospheric texture. This meticulous design detail is essential for pulling maximum detail from the solar surface.

    • Newton's Rings Mitigation: The adapter is fully compatible with Daystar's T-thread Interference Eliminator, which is highly recommended for removing the banding artifacts common in monochromatic solar imaging.
    • Durable Finish: The black anodized finish further reduces reflections and protects the adapter from wear.

  • What is the primary purpose of the Daystar Quark to T adapter?

    The Daystar Quark to T adapter is designed for astro-imagers. It allows you to securely attach a camera with standard T-threads (M42x0.75) directly to the Daystar Quark, creating a rigid connection that prevents camera sag or tilt.

    How does the Daystar Quark to T adapter improve solar images?

    The adapter improves images in two ways. First, its rigid connection prevents flexure, keeping the camera sensor perfectly aligned. Second, its internal knife-edge baffles trap stray light, significantly increasing image contrast by reducing internal reflections and glare.

    What is the exact spacing provided by the Daystar Quark to T adapter?

    The adapter adds exactly 10mm of length, measured from flange to flange. The total physical length of the adapter is 19mm.

    Do I need the Interference Eliminator with the Daystar Quark to T adapter?

    While not required for the adapter to function, the Daystar Interference Eliminator is highly recommended. This accessory threads in-line and is designed to remove "Newton's rings," a common banding artifact seen in highly coherent, monochromatic light from a Quark. The adapter is fully compatible with it.

    I'm using a ZWO ASI174MM camera with my Quark. Will this Daystar adapter connect them securely?

    Yes. The ZWO ASI174MM, like most dedicated astronomy cameras, uses standard T-threads (M42x0.75). This Daystar adapter will thread directly onto your camera and into the Quark for a secure, rigid imaging train ideal for high-frame-rate solar imaging.

    Will this Daystar adapter help reduce reflections when imaging bright solar prominences?

    Absolutely. That is one of its primary design features. The internal knife-edge baffles are specifically engineered to trap off-axis light and internal reflections, which is critical for maintaining high contrast and seeing faint details in prominences against the blackness of space.

  • Connection to Camera T-Thread (M42x0.75)
    Connection to Quark Quark Thread
    Length (Flange to Flange) 10mm
    Overall Length 19mm
    Net Weight 0.06 lb
    Internal Baffling Knife-Edge Baffles
    Finish Anodized Black

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