SVBONY SV172 Dew Heater Strip 240mm
- 240mm Length for Telescopes, Finders & Cameras
- Flexible Wrap-Around Design
- Waterproof and Durable Construction
- Low-Power, Continuous Heating
- Simple Installation for Field Use
The SVBONY SV172 Dew Heater Strip delivers 240mm of active, low-power heating to keep telescope objectives, finder scopes, and camera lenses clear of session-ending dew, ensuring sharp views all night long.
A 240mm length is ideal for protecting the optics on most finder scopes, guide scopes, and larger camera lenses up to about 76mm in diameter. The SVBONY SV172 applies gentle, continuous heat directly to the lens cell or tube, raising the surface temperature just enough to prevent moisture from condensing. This active prevention is the only reliable way to combat dew, especially during long imaging sessions on humid nights.
Built to withstand damp observing conditions, the SV172 heater strip is made from durable, waterproof materials for reliable use night after night. Its flexible construction allows it to conform tightly to the curve of your optical tube or lens barrel for efficient heat transfer. Installation is straightforward, allowing you to quickly secure it and connect to a power source, minimizing setup time.
Perfectly. The 240mm length is more than enough to wrap around a standard 50mm guide scope or finder scope, providing complete coverage to prevent dew formation on the objective lens.
Only if the lens barrel is no wider than about 76mm: a 240mm strip wraps a diameter of up to about 76mm (240mm / π). Many 70-200mm f/2.8 lenses are wider, so measure your lens and choose a longer SV172 if needed. Where it fits, it wraps around the lens barrel just behind the front element, gently warming it to keep dew from forming and ruining your exposures.
The SVBONY SV172 runs on 5V from a USB Type-A port, such as a power bank or USB charger, drawing about 1.45A to 1.55A. Heat is set with its built-in three-level regulator (strong, medium, weak), so no separate dew controller is needed.
Yes, the SVBONY SV172 is constructed from waterproof materials, making it safe and reliable for use in damp, high-humidity environments where dew is most common.
Absolutely. It is designed for continuous, low-power operation throughout a long observing or imaging session. The gentle heating is meant to run for hours to consistently keep your optics clear.
The flexible design ensures the strip makes close contact with your equipment, whether it's a small eyepiece or a curved telescope tube. This snug fit maximizes heat transfer efficiency, so more of the warmth goes into your optics and less is wasted.
| Heater length | 240 mm |
| Fits diameter | Up to 76 mm |