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Player One Filter Drawer MINI

Player One Filter Drawer MINI

by Player One
SKU POA-FD-MINI
CA$194.00 - CA$194.00
CA$194.00
CA$194.00 - CA$194.00
CA$194.00
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  • Compact filter drawer system for astrophotography
  • Available in 1.25" and 2" filter sizes
  • Secure metal bead screw locking mechanism prevents tilt
  • Designed for direct connection to Player One cameras and OAGs
  • Supports both bolted and threaded connections for flexibility
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  • Description
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  • Player One Filter Drawer MINI

    The Player One Filter Drawer MINI offers a lightweight and rigid solution for introducing filters into your imaging train. Engineered for seamless integration with Player One Ares, Uranus PRO, and Apollo PRO cameras, this drawer system is available in both 1.25" and 2" formats to match your filters and budget. Its robust locking mechanism ensures your filters remain perfectly parallel to the sensor, eliminating tilt and ensuring consistent, repeatable results between sessions.

    A Secure Lock for Repeatable Filter Placement

    This filter drawer utilizes a metal bead screw to firmly lock the drawer in place. This design provides a stable, multi-point hold that prevents any shifting or flexure, even with heavier filters or during a meridian flip. For imagers, this stability is critical for taking reliable flat frames and maintaining sharp focus across the entire field.

    Support for 1.25" and 2" Filter Formats

    Player One provides two distinct drawer options to accommodate the most common filter sizes. The 1.25" drawer features standard M28.5*0.6 female threads, making it a cost-effective choice for cameras with smaller sensors. For imagers using larger sensors or seeking to avoid any potential vignetting, the 2" drawer with M48*0.75 female threads provides full illumination.

    • 1.25" Drawer: Ideal for planetary imaging and smaller-format deep-sky cameras where cost-efficiency is a priority.
    • 2" Drawer: Recommended for cameras with larger sensors to ensure the entire sensor is illuminated without vignetting from the filter cell.

    Direct Connection to Player One Cameras and OAGs

    The Filter Drawer MINI is designed as a native component of the Player One ecosystem. It features M2.5 screw holes on both sides for a direct, secure bolt-on connection to Player One cooled cameras like the Ares, Uranus PRO, and Apollo PRO series. It is also engineered to integrate perfectly with the FHD-OAG MINI, creating a compact and rigid imaging train. For broader compatibility, the drawer also supports standard threaded connections.

  • Which Player One cameras are compatible with the Filter Drawer MINI?

    The Player One Filter Drawer MINI is designed for a direct, bolt-on connection with the Ares series, Uranus PRO, and Apollo PRO cameras. It can also be connected to other cameras using standard threads.

    Can I use the Filter Drawer MINI with the Player One FHD-OAG MINI?

    Yes, the Filter Drawer MINI is specifically designed to connect directly to the Player One FHD-OAG MINI. This creates a compact and rigid off-axis guiding and filtering solution.

    For my Ares-C camera, should I get the 1.25" or 2" Filter Drawer MINI for imaging the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?

    For an Ares-C camera, the 1.25" drawer is often sufficient and more cost-effective, as the sensor size is well-illuminated by 1.25" filters. However, if you plan to upgrade to a larger sensor camera in the future or use very fast optical systems (f/4 or below), choosing the 2" drawer provides more flexibility and helps prevent any possibility of vignetting.

    What is the benefit of the metal bead screw lock on the Filter Drawer MINI?

    The metal bead screw provides a secure, multi-point lock on the filter holder. This prevents the drawer from shifting or tilting, which is critical for two reasons:

    • Sharpness: It keeps the filter perfectly parallel to the camera sensor, preventing optical distortions.
    • Calibration: It ensures the filter returns to the exact same position every time, which makes your flat frames perfectly repeatable and effective at removing dust motes.

    How does the Filter Drawer MINI connect to my Uranus PRO camera for imaging Saturn? Is it secure?

    The Filter Drawer MINI connects to a Uranus PRO camera via a direct, bolt-on connection using the included M2.5 screw holes on both units. This creates a much more rigid and secure connection than threads alone, eliminating any potential for flexure or sag in the imaging train, which is essential for high-resolution planetary imaging.

    Can I use filters from other brands in the Player One Filter Drawer MINI?

    Yes. The drawers use standard, non-proprietary threads. The 1.25" drawer uses standard M28.5*0.6 threads, and the 2" drawer uses standard M48*0.75 threads. Any mounted filter from any brand that conforms to these standards will fit.

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