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🌠See the unseen — elevate your stargazing game!
The Astromania 1.25 inch UHC Telescope Filter dramatically improves nebula contrast by blocking common light pollution wavelengths (mercury and sodium vapor lamps) while enhancing key emission lines (O-III and H-beta). Crafted with multi-coated optical glass and a durable aluminum frame, it fits standard 1.25" eyepieces and is individually tested for light transmittance. Ideal for both urban and dark sky observers, this filter reveals faint nebula details previously invisible, making it a must-have for passionate amateur astronomers seeking affordable, professional-grade clarity.









| ASIN | B07VCXJ9HN |
| Best Sellers Rank | #17 in Telescope Filters |
| Brand | Astromania |
| Coating Description | Multi Coating |
| Compatible Devices | Telescopes with 1.25 inch eyepiece |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 154 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum, Optical Glass |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 1.25"L x 1.25"W |
| Item Weight | 8.53 g |
| Manufacturer | Astromania |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SKU_AM_UF1E |
| Material | Aluminum, Optical Glass |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Model Name | UF1B |
| Model Number | SKU_AM_UF1B |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Photo Filter Effect Type | Enhancing |
| Photo Filter Size | 31.75 millimeters |
| Photo Filter Thread Size | 31.75 millimeters |
| Screen Size | 1.25 inches |
| Special Effect | Enhancing |
| Thread Size | 31.75 millimeters |
| Water Resistance Level | Moisture Resistant |
K**N
Budget Friendly Filter that Works Well
I ordered this to cut down on light pollution and enhance the nebula I can view in the fall and winter months. I use it on my Seestar S30 with an adapter for 2in filters. This worked extremely well. Attached is a picture of the Jellyfish Nebula taken over several nights with the filter. Before using the filter the nebula was hardly visible because of light pollution. I think the filter did an excellent job of bringing out the Oxygen-III and Hydrogen-Beta emissions while blocking light pollution. The filter is affordable. It screws easily into the 2 inch adapter. I recommend this filter.
T**G
Blown away by the added detail
Viewing through a 6' dob, live in a Bortle10 area, and waited for the moon to "set" at 3:30am. Viewing in Sagittarius,viewing due South, 10 miles North of Charlotte. Went straight to Lagoon Nebula. Ive tried a general LPC (light pollution filter) in the past which helps. However with the LPC, I was only able to make out half of it. With the UHC, I was able to see both halves, and the dark lane through the middle. Had a similar experience with the Swan/Omega nebula. In the past could only make out the "body" of the Swan. Last night I was able to view the "head" as well as wisps of clouds, off the tail. I have never been able to make out the Trifid or Eagle Nebula until last night. Both were very faint and could make out very little detail. I have no comparison to other UHC filters. However if you are on a budget like myself and cant spend $100 on a filter, I feel like you will enjoy this filter. Very pleased with the purchase and details I was able to see.
P**A
Good at highlighting a nebula
Really brought the nebula into view
M**G
Must have in light polluted skies
I have use this filter with my Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 5". I could see M27 and M57 without the filter but they are really faint. The filter really makes the nebulae pop out in light polluted skies.
C**R
Dust Clouds More Visible
This definitely enhances dust clouds. I used it with a 2" 18mm orthoscopic eyepiece last night with my 17.5" Dobsonian on the Orion Nebula. The clouds are definitely brighter and more obvious with it than without it. Other reviews have complained about overall light loss. Yes, there is some reduction in overall brightness but with a 17.5" scope, it is not dramatic. I have not used it on other nebulae yet (recovering from appendectomy) but I have high hopes.
J**N
A good filter for the price
So I will admit up front I do not have scientific equipment to measure light frequency pass-thru and fall-off. What I do have is a repeated set of deep sky images that are true to color without some of the annoying man made light pollution. What's interesting is I have a Canon camera insert version of this that seems to make the images more pink and purple, as if it is blocking more of the green. I also have a CLS filter, but I prefer the UCH as it seems to do a better job for me.
M**.
Great value!
I bought this to use with my 10-in Dobsonian telescope. While looking for the E. Veil Nebula I was literally unable to see it until I added this filter to the eyepiece. Once I did that I was able to see the structure in fairly good detail. I look forward to using it for other nebulae. Well worth the low price.
B**.
Awesome purchase
Purchased this lens to use in my telescope. Haven't gotten to use it just yet but was professionally packaged and was delivered in record time
D**T
Buen filtro
Esperaba un poco más en el contraste pero está bien, nada del otro mundo, ligeramente costoso para lo que ofrece
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