GCE - Galaxy Contrast Enhancement Filter (565RB) 2" Astronomy Filter

SKU: XAF-GCE200

The Galaxy contrast enhancement filter aids in the visual observation of galaxies and Milky Way dust clouds and dark lanes. 2 inch diameter.

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Galaxy Contrast Enhancement (GCE) Filter - 565RB

Spectral Curves

The spectral curve and ascii data is a typical representation of this filter’s performance, but will vary due to production and design variations. Omega only guarantees this part to meet the product specifications listed. The displayed OD is calculated from a %T measurement. The blocking regions are likely higher OD than what is displayed here. To learn more about the challenges of measuring high OD values, see our paper.

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Detailed Specifications

Transmission
≥ 90% avg 425-520nm ≥ 90% avg 620-750nm
Blocking
≥ OD1 540-590nm
Transmitted Wavefront Distortion
≤ 3 waves
Angle of Incidence
0
Minimum Surface Quality
Assembly per MIL-C-48497A (F scratch/ F Dig)
Coating Type
Surface Coating
Filter Type
Notch (Rejection Band)
Filter Application
Astronomy
Fluorescence Component
Astronomy
Flatness
ns
Parallelism
≤ 1 arc minute