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Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters
Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters

Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters

by Baader Planetarium
SKU BAA-2459112
CA$66.00 - CA$66.00
CA$66.00
CA$66.00 - CA$66.00
CA$66.00
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  • Enables use of standard 2" mounted filters in the UFC system
  • Allows for rapid, tool-free filter changes
  • Maintains a consistent optical path for parfocal results
  • Features standard M48 filter threads for secure mounting
  • Designed for the Baader Universal Filter Changer (UFC) ecosystem
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  • Baader UFC Filter Slider - for 2" Mounted Filters

    The Baader UFC Filter Slider for 2" Mounted Filters is the essential component for integrating your existing library of standard 2-inch filters into Baader's modular Universal Filter Changer system. This slider allows you to swap filters in seconds without unthreading any part of your imaging train, providing a secure and repeatable solution for manual filter changes. It is engineered to accept any standard 2" filter with M48 threads, making it a direct fit for the vast majority of astronomical filters on the market.

    Integrate Standard 2" Filters into the Baader UFC System

    This filter slider is the bridge between your collection of 2" mounted filters and the rigid, adaptable Baader UFC ecosystem. Instead of a bulky filter wheel, the UFC system uses a slim base and interchangeable sliders, and this model is purpose-built for the common 2" format. By mounting a filter into this slider, you can insert and remove it from the optical path instantly, which is ideal for switching between a light pollution filter and a natural-color filter, or for comparing different narrowband targets.

    UFC 2" Slider vs. Other UFC Formats: Choosing the Right Component

    The Baader UFC system offers sliders for various filter types, and choosing the correct one is critical. This 2" mounted slider is designed specifically for observers and imagers who have already invested in standard cell-mounted filters. It provides the lowest-cost entry into the UFC system if you own these filters.

    This contrasts with other UFC sliders made for unmounted, larger-format filters (e.g., 50mm square), which are typically used in advanced setups with large sensors. If your gear is built around the 2" standard, this slider is the correct component to ensure compatibility and ease of use within the UFC framework.

  • What is the main purpose of the Baader UFC 2" Filter Slider?

    The main purpose of the Baader UFC 2" Filter Slider is to allow you to use standard, cell-mounted 2-inch filters (with M48 threads) within the Baader Universal Filter Changer (UFC) system. It enables quick, tool-free swapping of filters in your imaging train.

    Can I use my existing 2" narrowband filters with this UFC Filter Slider?

    Yes. This slider is specifically designed for any standard 2" filter mounted in a cell with M48 threads. This includes virtually all 2" LRGB, narrowband (H-alpha, OIII, SII), and light pollution filters from major manufacturers.

    How does the Baader UFC Filter Slider install into the UFC Base?

    The slider is designed to slide smoothly into the main UFC Base (sold separately) and is held in place securely. This allows you to prepare multiple sliders with different filters and swap them out in the field in just a few seconds without changing focus or camera orientation.

    Is the Baader UFC Filter Slider a replacement for an automated filter wheel?

    No, this is a manual solution. The Baader UFC Filter Slider is designed for deliberate, hands-on filter changes. It is not automated and can only hold one filter at a time. It is an excellent choice for simplicity, light weight, and avoiding the backfocus consumption of a larger electronic filter wheel.

    When imaging the Orion Nebula (M42) with my SCT, can I quickly swap between an H-alpha and a multi-bandpass filter with this UFC slider?

    Absolutely. This is a perfect use case. You would have one filter slider for your H-alpha filter and a second one for your multi-bandpass filter. You could capture data with one, then simply slide it out and slide the other one in to capture data on the same target without reframing or refocusing.

    I have a refractor with a 2" focuser. Is this Baader UFC 2" slider all I need to use my filters?

    No. This slider is a component of the larger Baader UFC system. You will also need the UFC Base, as well as telescope-side and camera-side adapters to connect the UFC Base to your specific refractor and camera. This slider fits into that complete system.

  • Filter Compatibility Standard 2" Mounted Filters
    Filter Thread M48 x 0.75
    System Baader Planetarium Universal Filter Changer (UFC)
    Net weight (kg) 0.06
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