{"product_id":"lunt-ls60mt-h-alpha-solar-telescope-standard-kit","title":"Lunt LS60MT H-Alpha Solar Telescope - Standard Kit","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAperture: 60mm ED Doublet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocal Length: 420mm (f\/7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBandpass: \u0026lt;0.45Å Single Stack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning: Doppler True Pressure Tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlocking Filter: B600 (6mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFocuser: 2\" Rack \u0026amp; Pinion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse: Day (H-Alpha) and Night (Astronomical)\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\u003eA Versatile Gateway to the Solar Chromosphere and Beyond\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lunt LS60MT H-Alpha Solar Telescope is a multi-purpose instrument that delivers uncompromising views of the Sun's dynamic chromosphere and serves as a high-quality astronomical refractor for night sky observation. By integrating a 60mm FPL-51 ED doublet with Lunt's advanced internal pressure-tuned etalon, the LS60MT provides the optical foundation for detailed, high-contrast solar work while offering the flexibility to explore the Moon, planets, and stars after sunset.\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\u003eThe 60mm ED Doublet Objective Lens\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll H-alpha performance begins at the objective lens. The LS60MT uses an air-spaced ED doublet with FPL-51 glass to produce a clean, high-contrast solar disk, free of the chromatic aberration that can soften details. This color-pure optical foundation is critical, as it ensures the internal etalon receives a pristine image to work with, directly translating to sharper views of filaments, spicules, and granulation at the eyepiece.\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\u003eInternal Pressure-Tuned H-Alpha Etalon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the LS60MT is Lunt's internal Fabry-Pérot etalon. By placing the etalon inside the telescope body, it remains protected and operates without a central obstruction, maximizing image brightness and contrast. This system is engineered to a narrow \u0026lt;0.45Å bandpass, a specification that provides a significant increase in surface detail and feature contrast compared to wider-bandpass systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis narrow bandpass is the key to resolving the fine, thread-like structure within solar prominences and the complex, mottled texture of the chromosphere. Lunt verifies the performance of every etalon on a 1.5-meter scanning monochromator, ensuring the specification is a measured reality, not an estimate. This level of quality control guarantees your view of the Sun is defined by physics, not marketing.\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\u003eDoppler True Pressure Tuning for Precision Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LS60MT features Lunt's Doppler True Pressure Tuning system, which offers superior control over your view. Unlike mechanical tilt-tuning that can introduce uneven illumination, pressure tuning adjusts the air density inside the etalon cavity. This shifts the filter's bandpass smoothly and evenly across the entire field of view, allowing you to target specific solar features based on their velocity relative to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a simple twist of the pressure knob, you can shift the view from the bright chromosphere to the darker, faster-moving filaments, making them \"pop\" with contrast. This system gives you the ability to see the three-dimensional nature of the Sun's atmosphere, a critical capability for serious solar observation and imaging. It is a stable, repeatable tuning method that does not impart any mechanical stress on the core optical element.\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\u003eThe B600 Blocking Filter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final stage in the safety and performance chain is the B600 blocking filter, housed within the included star diagonal. This filter stack is essential for rejecting all out-of-band wavelengths, delivering a safe, dark background that makes faint prominences and surface detail stand out. The 6mm aperture of the B600 is optimized for visual observation, providing a fully illuminated field for viewing the entire solar disk at low power without vignetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the B600 is an excellent match for visual use, observers planning to use cameras with larger sensors for full-disk imaging may want to consider the optional B1200 blocking filter to ensure even illumination to the corners of the sensor. For eyepiece observation, however, the B600 provides a perfect balance of performance and efficiency.\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\u003eReliable Focusing with a Rack \u0026amp; Pinion Focuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LS60MT is equipped with a 2-inch rack and pinion focuser. This unit provides smooth, reliable focus adjustment for visual accessories and lightweight imaging cameras. Its simple and robust design ensures that you can achieve a sharp image without excessive image shift, holding focus securely once set.\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\u003eThe \"MT\" Modular Telescope Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"MT\" (Modular Telescope) designation signifies this instrument's core advantage: versatility. By unscrewing the red H-alpha etalon section, you can convert the LS60MT into a premium 60mm f\/7 ED refractor for nighttime use. This transforms your dedicated solar instrument into a portable grab-and-go scope for sharp, high-contrast views of the Moon, planets, and brighter deep-sky objects, effectively giving you two telescopes in one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the H-alpha module removed, simply attach the star diagonal and your favorite eyepieces to begin exploring the night sky. Point it at Jupiter and you will resolve its primary cloud bands and Galilean moons. On a clear winter night, the Orion Nebula will show its distinct trapezoidal core. This dual-purpose capability makes the LS60MT an exceptional value and a practical choice for observers who want to invest in a single, high-quality optical system.\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\"\u003eWhat's the difference between the Lunt LS60MT and the LS50THa?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LS60MT has a larger 60mm aperture for higher resolution and brighter images compared to the 50mm LS50THa. The LS60MT is also a modular design that can be converted for night sky use, while the LS50THa is a dedicated solar telescope. Finally, the LS60MT uses an internal pressure tuner, whereas the LS50THa uses an external, front-mounted tilt-tuned etalon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDo I need the B1200 blocking filter for the LS60MT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor visual observation, the included B600 blocking filter is perfectly matched to the telescope and will show the full solar disk. If your primary goal is imaging with a camera that has a large sensor (APS-C or larger), the optional B1200 is recommended to provide a larger, more evenly illuminated field and prevent vignetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat can I actually see with a 60mm H-alpha telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 60mm H-alpha scope like the LS60MT will clearly show solar prominences (eruptions on the Sun's limb), dark filaments snaking across the surface, bright plages (active regions), and the granular texture of the chromosphere. During periods of high solar activity, you can also observe solar flares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I use the LS60MT for night sky viewing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo convert it for nighttime use, you simply unscrew and remove the red H-alpha etalon section from the main tube. Then, you can attach the focuser and a standard 1.25\" or 2\" star diagonal and eyepieces to observe the Moon, planets, and stars as you would with any astronomical refractor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs it worth double-stacking the LS60MT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding a second etalon (double-stacking) will narrow the bandpass to \u0026lt;0.28Å. This modification dramatically increases contrast on surface features, making the chromosphere appear more detailed and almost three-dimensional. If your main interest is surface detail over prominences, double-stacking offers a significant performance upgrade.\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\u003eTelescope Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModular H-Alpha Solar \u0026amp; Nighttime Refractor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAperture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAir-Spaced ED Doublet, FPL-51\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e420mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocal Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ef\/7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBandpass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;0.45 Ångstrom (Single Stack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTuning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDoppler True Pressure Tuning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlocking Filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB600 (6mm) in Star Diagonal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFocuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\" Rack \u0026amp; 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