Optec Inc. Alnitak Flip-Flat flat fielder and dust cover

Optec Alnitak Flip-Flat: State-of-the-Art Lenscap and Flat Field Illumination for Astroimaging

• Robotic Lenscap and Flat Fielder: The Flip-Flat serves dual purposes as both a robotic lenscap and a flat field illumination source, tailored for small to medium size refractors.
• Advanced Electroluminescent Technology: Utilizes cutting-edge electroluminescent lamp panel technology to ensure a uniform illumination source, vital for producing high-quality flat field frames.
• Exceptional Uniformity: Delivers flat fields with uniformity errors less than 1%, meeting the stringent requirements of serious astroimaging and photometric work.
• Dust Protection for Telescopes: Acts as a protective barrier against dust, especially beneficial for remote telescope installations where manual lenscap replacement isn't feasible.
• Versatile Mounting Options: Easily mounts to the front of telescope tubes or rigid dewshields with an outside diameter between 4" (100mm) and 8-1/8" (206mm), using industrial nylon zip straps.
• User-Friendly Software Interface: Accompanied by a simple Windows interface, enabling users to effortlessly open/close the Flip-Flat and adjust the light source intensity among 255 levels.
• Uniform Illumination Diameter: Offers a fully illuminated lamp diameter of 6.7" (170mm), with spacers or oversized rings to accommodate telescopes of various sizes.
• Ideal for Astrophotography: Essential for astrophotographers seeking to improve their imaging quality with precise flat fielding.
• Portable and Easy to Store: Designed for easy removal and reattachment, making it convenient for transport and storage.
• Widely Trusted and Used: With hundreds of satisfied users worldwide, the Flip-Flat continues to be a top choice in the astrophotography community.