Celestron Lens Shade for 8 Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrains Telescopes Except NexSt

A dew shield is an essential accessory that protects your optical tube from excess moisture forming condensation on the corrector lens. A lens shade also helps block out stray light outside the path of the telescope for better viewing and astroimaging.This versatile dew shield can accommodate both 6 and 8 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tubes. Choose the outer Velcro strip for larger tubes and the inner strip for smaller tubes to customize your fit. Also compatible with the 8 EdgeHD optical tube.

This Celestron accessory is specifically designed to fit in the front end of the telescope it reduces dew buildup on the telescope and corrector plate. The shades and lens prevents stray light on the corrector plate and protects the scope and enhances the view. ?    Sturdy tube fits the front end of the telescope?    The shade is made of rugged soft Foamex plastic?    Reduces dew buildup on the telescope?s corrector plate?    Prevents stray light from falling upon the corrector plate?    Greatly improves contrast