Artesky primary mirror mask for Sky-Watcher 8" Newtonians (SKU: ARTLB200SW)

Artesky primary-mirror mask for Sky-Watcher 200 mm Newtonians (Artesky, SKU: ARTLB200SW) masks the area near the primary mirror edge, helping reduce unwanted scattering and enlarged star images in long exposures. It attaches to the existing mirror-cell fixing points after removing the assembly from the tube.

Key features

• attaches to the original mirror cell
• installation without removing the mirror from its cell
• 3D printing with carbon-fibre PLA filament

Included items

• product: Artesky primary-mirror mask for Sky-Watcher 200 mm Newtonians

Technical specifications

• compatibility: Sky-Watcher 200/1000 PDS f/5 i 200/800 Quattro 8S f/4
• attachment: uses the existing mirror-cell screws

The manufacturer prohibits using this mask for solar observations with a solar filter because the component may overheat and damage the mirror.

The mask helps improve star shapes in images from a compatible Newtonian.