The SkyWatcher Heliostar 76mm H-Alpha Solar Telescope opens a new window into the dynamic surface of our star. Designed specifically for observing the Sun in the Hydrogen-alpha (Hα) wavelength at 656.28 nm, it reveals incredible chromospheric details invisible through standard white-light filters — including solar prominences, filaments, flares, and fine granulation.
With its 76mm aperture and 630mm focal length (f/8.3), the Heliostar provides crisp, high-resolution images. Its Solis Etalon technology with integrated tuner delivers a native <0.55Å bandpass, achieving double-stack level performance without the need for additional etalons. This makes it an exceptional choice for both visual observation and advanced imaging, offering excellent surface contrast and limb detail.
SkyWatcher H-Alpha Heliostar 76 solar telescope with SESTO SENSO: main features
- H-alpha fully multi-coated achromatic doublet optics
- 2-inch dual-speed Crayford focuser with SESTO SENSO 3 focusing motor for smooth and precise focusing
- 11.5mm blocking filter integrated in the 1.25” diagonal for safety and performance
- Integrated solar finder, tube rings, and Vixen-style dovetail
- Clip-on Sun shade, 20mm 70° eyepiece, smartphone adapter, and hard-shell carrying case
Sun captured by Filippo Bradaschia with SkyWatcher H-Alpha Heliostar 76 telescope, QHY5III174M camera, SESTO SENSO 3 focusing motor, EAGLE computer, on AZ-EQ5 mount.
Each Heliostar 76 is tested individually on the real Sun and complies with ISO 12312-2 safety standards, ensuring it is safe for direct solar observation out of the box.
