Resolved Filters- correct orientation

Discussion in 'Filter Wheels' started by Ch Gillespie, Sep 19, 2019.

  1. Ch Gillespie

    Ch Gillespie Cyanogen Customer

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    Just got a FW8-8300 filter wheel with color filters and narrow band O-III, S-II and H-alpha. Should these be placed on the wheel with a specific side facing the telescope? Thanks.
     
  2. Colin Haig

    Colin Haig Staff Member

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    Shiny, reflective side toward the telescope, to get rid of the wavelengths you don't want.
     

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