Our 2" Light Pollution Reduction (LPR) Filters are designed to selectively reduce the transmission of certain wavelengths of
light, specifically those produced by artificial light. This includes mercury vapor, and both high and low pressure sodium vapor
lights and the unwanted natural light caused by neutral oxygen emission in our atmosphere (i.e. sky glow).
The new ultra
high contrast (UHC) LPR filter has improved contrast over the typical broadband filters. Sky background is darker, and contrast of
emission nebulae are noticeably improved. The advanced technology coatings enable the filter to achieve an outstanding
transmission of over 97% across the entire bandpass, with total blockage of prominent light pollution lines. The perfect filter
for viewing nebula from light polluted skies, or for boosting the contrast of nebula from dark sky sites.
In addition to
it's optimum spectral and optical characteristics, the UHC/LPR filter offers important features that set it apart and result in
the highest quality celestial views:
The multi-layer dielectric coatings are plasma assisted and Ionbeam hardened using the
latest technology for durability and resistance to scratching.
Improved transmission translates to maximum image brightness
and contrast. Users of smaller, 4"-11" telescopes will especially appreciate the high efficiency, and larger scope users will love
the rich star fields and detailed subtle nebular shadings that are left intact.
The high transmission, sharp cutoffs, and
more moderate 60nm passband of the UHC/LPR filter retains a more natural view, yet significantly boosts overall contrast. Imagers
will appreciate the broader bandpass and inclusion of an extremely efficient H-Alpha passband (656nm).
