Getting the most out of your telescope can depend on how well you know the accessories as well as what to look for when buying them. Getting the good oil on what to know about buying and how to use a Barlow lens in a telescope certainly helps. Key takeawaysBarlow lenses are essentially magnifying lenses … Read more
My experience with accessories sold with a new telescope is that the eyepieces don’t cover all expectations. There are many quality eyepiece brands to choose to upgrade but knowing what to buy is a tad daunting. Eyepieces are essential since they contribute to half of the optics in a refractor telescope vs. about a third … Read more
Are you ready for the ultimate showdown in optical coatings? In one corner, we have Fully Broadband, boasting its wide range of benefits. And in the other corner, we have Ultra-Wide Band, claiming its superiority in clarity and contrast. Let’s explore the pros and cons of each contender and see who comes out on top! … Read more
When choosing telescope eyepieces or binoculars you’ll likely come across different types of optical coatings and wonder what’s the best optical coating for astronomy. If like me, you as a novice backyard astronomer may find it confusing knowing what each means for the view you get through your instrument. The following is what I’ve since … Read more
If you’ve bought a Dobsonian telescope, you may be wondering, what else you need for a good experience in using it. The following is a guide on the Dobsonian accessories to get to improve your experience. Dobsonians have a few advantages over other types of telescopes. Here’s what you can accessorize them with for a … Read more
Dirty eyepieces will hamper all your views through your telescope. Here’s what I discovered about how to clean telescope eyepieces – especially the things you need to avoid. The main advice: dust and grit is the enemy! And so is mold. The following will have you getting the most out of your viewing. If you’re interested … Read more