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Lumicon Oxygen III Filter - 1.25" # LF3040
| Brand | Lumicon |
| Part Number | LF3040 |
| Availability | available |
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Product Info
Manufacturer Description
The legendary Lumicon 1.25in OIII narrow band-pass filter isolates just the two doubly ionized oxygen lines (496 and 501nm lines) emitted by diffuse, planetary and extremely faint nebulae. Thus, these faint objects become much more visible against the blackened background of space. The Lumicon Oxygen III Filter produces near-photographic views of the Veil, Ring, Dumbbell and Orion nebula, among many other objects. Performs well under both light-polluted and dark skies.
To ensure that your Lumicon filter remains the World's Best, the strictest quality control standards are employed throughout the production process. Each Lumicon Oxygen III Filter is individually inspected and proudly inscribed with the percentage of light transmittance of the two OIII emission lines.
Manufacturer part number: LF3040
Reviews
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Dec 7, 2013
Great accessory for 6" & larger telescope
Pros:Quality Lenses,Easy to Use
Cons:Somewhat expensive
Comments:I originally bought this filter for use with a 12" F/5 Dobsonian, but I found that it works great with a 6" F/8 Newtonian too.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
I live on the edge of a Red/Orange light pollution zone, and I could never see the Helix Nebula with my 6" Newt until I got this filter. I can also see the Veil Nebula with my 6" Newt and it brings out extra detail with other objects like the M8 Lagoon Nebula & M17 Swan Nebula.
I consider this accessory a must if you want to get the most out of a larger telescope too. I liked the 1-1/4" version so much that I also bought a 2" Lumicon OIII filter for my wide field eyepiece that I use with my 12" Dob. The filter makes objects visible in the 12" Dob that are not visible without it (ex. The Veil Nebula is not visible in 12' Dob w/o OIII filter).
I use to have a broadband light pollution filter, but I found that the Lumicon OIII out performs it in every aspect.
I will caution you that OIII Filters will not improve your view of galaxies, globular clusters, or open star clusters.This review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Aug 12, 2013A great filter for the deep sky
Pros:Quality Lenses,Compact,Easy to Use
Cons: Comments:The Lumicon oxygen III filter is the best filter to observe the deep sky.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
Through an OIII filter, M8, M17, M42 and the veil nebula are impressive and highly visible.
This filter is recommended for a telescope of 8 inches or more.This review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Mar 22, 2013Better filters
Pros:Lightweight,Compact,Easy to Use,Strong Construction,Accurate
Cons:None
Comments:I compared this to other filters I have and you can tell the differance. Well worth the money.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Feb 24, 2012Lumicon OIII Filter
Pros:Quality Lenses,Accurate,Easy to Use
Cons:None for me
Comments:Light pollution is very bad where I am but I was able to see the Owl nebula with this filter. Couldn't see it in my telescope without it.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Dec 25, 2011Simply the best!
Pros:Compact,Easy to Use,Lightweight,Strong Construction,Quality Lenses,Accurate
Cons: Comments:Lumicon are simply the best in terms of interferential filters for astronomy. Quality of lens and technical design (narrowband) have no competition.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? NoThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
May 8, 2009Lumicon Oxygen III (OIII) Filter 1.25"
Pros:Much improved contrast,Very high quality coating
Cons:No cons on this product
Comments:This is the best filter for both visual and ccd imaging!! Even in a dark area, this filter shows some objects with a 20-30% improvement!! A must own filter with your/my Lumicon set!!
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
Lumicon says::
OIII best on 33 nebulae (biased by the inclusion of some planetary nebulae), close second best on 23 nebulae. *NOT* recommended on 6 nebulae.
TOTAL 1st and 2nd recommendation for OIII: 56 objects.This review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
May 9, 2007Lumicon Oxygen III (OIII) Filter 1.25"
Pros:Very high quality coatings and much improved contrast!!
Cons:I can't think of a bad response on this 0-3!!
Comments:This is the best filter for both visual and ccd imaging!! Even in a dark area, this filter shows galaxies and star clusters with a 20-30% improvement!! A must own filter with your/my Lumicon set!!
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
Lumicon says::
OIII best on 33 nebulae (biased by the inclusion of some planetary nebulae), close second best on 23 nebulae. *NOT* recommended on 6 nebulae.
TOTAL 1st and 2nd recommendation for OIII: 56 objects.
[Comment submitted by user gabramovich] "This type of narrowband filter doesn't enhance objects like galaxies."Sort by
