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Originally Posted by kimforster
Thank you for the replies & I am sorry for seeming 'over' enthusiastic LOL. Yes I am aware of the let downs that're possible. And yes I had already found the solar filter I need, not bought yet.
I haven't bought anything yet & know how important it is to know the basics first. I still like to look & know what does what, what is available & what I can & can't do, should & shouldn't. I also don't intend on buying anything unless I know what it is . I still would like to know what colour filters are used for because I have no idea & I do intend on buying 1 filter & that is UVenus filter.
I have come across that link before Malcom, I will look at it again thank you. I guess Jaradale isn't really too far from me compared to Nth of the river LOL & it would be nice to get into a local club. You must have great clear skies there compared to where I am.
I understand I have a very long way to go but I like to learn, I like information & especially before deciding to get something. I tend to not get anything unless I know enough about it or know I need it.
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Hi Kim, You don't need a UVenus filter to View Venus, a blue colour filter is all you will need, or another filter you should purchase is a Moon filter which can be also used to view Venus.
Most colour filters are helpful in viewing the planets,say like Orange for instance help to bring out the bands on Jupiter.
Welcome to iceinspace
there are quite a few members on iceinspace from Perth and surrounds
so you wont have too much trouble catching up with someone over there
Cheers