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Can a 3.5" refractor scope see sunspots?

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16 years 7 months ago #68568 by TrevorDurity
Replied by TrevorDurity on topic Re: Can a 3.5" refractor scope see sunspots?
Here you go Paul.

telescope-service.com/baader/solar/solar.html#SolarContinuum

It just adds some contrast for white light viewing. A bunch of places are selling this filter now.

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16 years 6 months ago #68737 by pj30something
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Thanks Trevor. I might just invest in one of those. I'm sure it works better then the plain green filters i already have.
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16 years 6 months ago #68750 by dave_lillis
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The answer to the post subject,
is
yes!
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but what a way to go. :)
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16 years 6 months ago #68754 by pj30something
Replied by pj30something on topic Re: Can a 3.5" refractor scope see sunspots?
Thanks Dave. I have learned that.

I HAD to ask cuz i'd hate to spend hours looking for something i cant/wont see.

NOW i know it is possible i dont mind spending time outside on a sunny day tracking down sunspots.

I just had to be sure i wasnt wasting my time.
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