The Lunt LS40THa: a compact, high-performance solar telescope
The Lunt LS40THa is the perfect solar telescope for exploring our star safely and with exceptional quality. Compact, lightweight and easy to use, it's ideal for amateur astronomers, nomads and even beginners wishing to discover the wonders of the Sun in H-alpha light. Available with three blocking filter options (B500, B600, B1200), this model adapts to your needs, whether for visual observation or astrophotography.
Key features
- Opening : 40 mm (without central obstruction).
- Focal length : 400 mm (f/10).
- Bandwidth : <0.7 Å (Simple Stack), enabling observation of details such as protuberances, filaments, solar flares and granulation.
- Tilt adjustment system : Fine-tune the standard to optimize the contrast of solar details.
- Non-rotating helical focus : Compatible with standard 1.25" eyepieces.
- Rugged, portable construction: Just 1.2 kg for a length of 41 cm, perfect for on-the-go use.
The three versions: B500, B600 and B1200
B500 version
- Filter diameter : 5 mm
- Ideal for : Basic visual observation
- Profile: Compact and economical
- Recommended: Beginners and casual observers
- Highlights :
- Attractive price
- Lightweight and portable
- Standard image quality
B600 version
- Filter diameter : 6 mm
- Ideal for : Visual observation and light imaging
- Profile: Versatile and powerful
- Recommended: Confirmed amateur astronomers
- Highlights :
- Wider field of vision
- Better light transmission
- Improved camera compatibility
Version B1200
- Filter diameter : 12 mm
- Ideal for : Advanced astrophotography
- Profile: Professional and precise
- Recommended: Discerning astrophotographers
- Highlights :
- Maximum field of view
- Virtually no vignetting
- Exceptional details
- Compatible with professional cameras
Advantages of the Lunt LS40THa
- Absolute safety : Certified filters for risk-free viewing
- Optical quality : Fascinating details in every observation
- Portability : Only 1.2 kg for nomadic observations
- Versatility : Three versions for all levels
- Scalability : Double-stack compatible to reduce bandwidth
What's included
- Lunt LS40THa telescope
- Blocking filter (B500, B600 or B1200)
- Integrated solar researcher
- Angled return
- Helical eyepiece holder
- Vixen GP dovetail
- Detailed user manual
Applications
- Observation of solar prominences
- Studying filaments and sunspots
- Astrophotography
- Tracking solar activity
Pro tip 🔭
Choose your version according to your level and ambitions:
- Beginner → B500
- Advanced amateur → B600
- Astrophotograph → B1200
Transform your view of the Sun with the Lunt LS40THa!
