{"product_id":"player-one-solar-fast-tilter","title":"Player One Solar Fast Tilter","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Tilt Adjustment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates Newton's Rings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple Two-Screw Control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for Solar Narrowband Imaging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard 1.25\" Barrel\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\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\u003eSolar Fast Tilter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solar Fast Tilter is an innovative accessory designed to solve the frustrating problem of Newton's rings in solar imaging. It replaces slow, difficult adjustments with a fast, convenient control system, allowing you to achieve a clean image in bright sunlight without fumbling with tiny bolts. This patented tilter uses a simple two-screw mechanism to provide a wide adjustment range of around ±9 degrees, making it possible to remove interference patterns in as little as 5 seconds.\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\u003eSolar Fast Tilter: Eliminate Newton's Rings in 5 Seconds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjusting a traditional tilt plate in the bright sun can be a tedious process, requiring you to manipulate tiny bolts while trying to see the effect on screen. The Solar Fast Tilter completely redesigns this experience. Its patented mechanism uses two large, easily accessible screws to control the full ±9-degree tilt range, allowing you to dial in the perfect angle in just a few seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rapid adjustment means you can eliminate Newton's rings almost instantly, spending less time on equipment setup and more time capturing the dynamic surface of the Sun. For both beginners who find traditional tilters confusing and experienced imagers who value efficiency, this tool is a significant workflow upgrade.\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\u003eA Purpose-Built 1.25\" Tilter for Solar Narrowband Imaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solar Fast Tilter is specifically engineered for the demands of solar narrowband imaging, where interference fringes are a common challenge. It features a standard 1.25\" barrel, making it compatible with the vast majority of solar telescopes and cameras. Simply insert it into your imaging train to gain immediate control over sensor tilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile most telescopes have sufficient back focus to accommodate the tilter, it's important to note a key limitation. Some specific models with very limited back focus, such as the Lunt 40, may not be able to reach focus with the Solar Fast Tilter installed. For all other setups, it offers a seamless and powerful solution to a persistent imaging problem.\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 is the main purpose of the Solar Fast Tilter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solar Fast Tilter is designed to quickly and easily eliminate \u003cstrong\u003eNewton's rings\u003c\/strong\u003e, a common interference pattern in solar narrowband imaging. It allows you to make fine adjustments to the camera sensor's tilt in seconds, ensuring a clean, artifact-free image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Solar Fast Tilter make adjustments easier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of using multiple small, hard-to-reach bolts, the Solar Fast Tilter uses a patented system with just \u003cstrong\u003etwo large control screws\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes adjustments intuitive and fast, even when working in bright sunlight, a significant improvement over traditional tilt plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Solar Fast Tilter work with my Lunt 40 H-alpha telescope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLikely not. The Lunt 40 is known for having very limited back focus. The additional optical path length of the Solar Fast Tilter may prevent your camera from reaching focus. While it is compatible with most other telescopes, it is not recommended for systems with minimal back focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow much adjustment does the Solar Fast Tilter provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Solar Fast Tilter provides a wide adjustment range of approximately \u003cstrong\u003e±9 degrees\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is more than sufficient to correct for the sensor tilt that causes Newton's rings in virtually any solar imaging setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the Solar Fast Tilter easy for a beginner to use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it is designed for ease of use. The two-screw system is far more intuitive than traditional tilters, making it an excellent choice for beginners who want to solve Newton's rings without a steep learning curve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Solar Fast Tilter help when imaging the Sun's chromosphere with a Daystar Quark?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen imaging the chromosphere in H-alpha with a system like a Daystar Quark, achieving a perfectly flat field is crucial for seeing fine detail. The Solar Fast Tilter allows you to quickly eliminate any interference patterns (Newton's rings) caused by reflections between the camera sensor and the filter, ensuring your final images of prominences and surface details are clear.\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\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar Narrowband Imaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTilt Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±9 degrees\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustment Control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 Screws\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBarrel Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.25\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Player One 2-Year Warranty\" href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/player-one-warranty-policy\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePlayer One 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Player One","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913427644701,"sku":"POA-SFT","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/player-one-solar-fast-tilter","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}