Celestron Baader AstroSolar Telescope Filter ASTF 160 mm

• Safe solar observation: The Baader AstroSolar filter material is made for direct solar viewing through a telescope, allowing observation of sunspots and other solar detail while reducing the intense brightness of the Sun to a safe level when used correctly.
• 160 mm format: This ASTF 160 mm filter is sized for compatible telescope front ends, giving full-aperture coverage without changing the telescope’s basic handling or optical layout.
• Lightweight construction: At 184.00 g, the filter adds very little weight to the front of the telescope, helping preserve balance and making setup easier for casual solar sessions or travel use.
• Dedicated telescope accessory: Built specifically for telescopes, it offers a straightforward way to expand an observing setup from night-sky use into daytime solar observation.
• Part of the Celestron Accessories range: As part of Celestron Accessories, it fits into a broader system of observing add-ons, making it a practical choice for users building a more versatile telescope kit.

About the Celestron Accessories Series

Celestron Accessories is the broad support range that sits around the company’s telescopes and observing equipment. The series covers far more than a single type of add-on, bringing together eyepieces, filters, power supplies, cases, dew-control products, and imaging adapters for users who want to tailor a telescope to a specific style of observing. Within that lineup, Celestron separates solar filters from standard visual filters, reflecting the different role they play in an observing kit.

The series is designed for practical expansion rather than cosmetic upgrades. Some accessories improve comfort at the eyepiece, others help with transport or mount setup, and others open up new applications such as imaging or solar observation. That makes the range relevant to beginners building a first setup as well as experienced observers refining a more specialized system. In use, the common thread across the series is compatibility with real observing tasks: extending what a telescope can do, simplifying setup in the field, or making a familiar instrument more capable for a specific target or time of day.

About the Celestron Baader AstroSolar Telescope Filter ASTF 160 mm

The Celestron Baader AstroSolar Telescope Filter ASTF 160 mm is a dedicated telescope solar filter for observers who want to add safe white-light solar viewing to their equipment. Instead of changing the telescope itself, this accessory fits at the front and turns a standard optical instrument into a tool for observing the Sun, making it possible to study visible surface detail such as sunspots during daytime sessions. For many users, that adds a completely different observing window when night-sky conditions or schedules are less favorable.

The use of Baader AstroSolar material is the defining feature here, because the filter’s job is not simply to dim the image but to make direct solar observation possible when the filter is correctly installed and used as intended. In practice, that gives the telescope owner access to solar activity without needing a separate dedicated solar telescope. The 160 mm format is suited to compatible telescope front apertures, while the low 184.00 g weight helps keep the setup manageable and avoids adding unnecessary front-end bulk.

As a field accessory, this model is straightforward in concept and useful in application. It is aimed at observers who want a simple, dedicated solution for occasional or regular solar sessions, whether for visual study, educational use, or adding daytime astronomy to a broader observing routine. Because it is a purpose-built front filter for telescopes, it integrates naturally into an existing kit and expands the telescope’s role without complicating transport or storage.

About Celestron

Celestron was founded in 1960 as Celestron-Pacific, an astro-optical division of Valor Electronics. The company is headquartered in Torrance, California, United States, and has long focused on consumer optical instruments for astronomy and outdoor observation. Its catalog includes telescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, microscopes, and related optical products, giving the brand a broad base in both astronomical and terrestrial optics.

That background is especially relevant for telescope accessories, where product design depends on compatibility with real observing systems rather than stand-alone use. Celestron’s experience spans complete telescope packages as well as the accessories that support them, from eyepieces and filters to transport and power solutions. This makes the brand well established among users looking for practical optical equipment that can be expanded over time with matching accessories.

Main Features

• Manufacturer: Celestron
• Series: Celestron Accessories
• Made in: China
• Weight: 184.00 g
• Accessory for: Telescopes
• Category: Telescope Filter

Warranty

Celestron provides a 2-year warranty for this telescope accessory. This stated warranty period covers defects in materials and workmanship from the date of original retail purchase.