{"product_id":"takahashi-fs-60-dew-shield-extension-silver","title":"Takahashi FS-60 Dew Shield Extension (Silver)","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is Takahashi's FS-60 Dew Shield Extension in silver, part TKA06220 — additional shielding that lengthens the dew shield on the FS-60 series (FS-60C, FS-60CB, FS-60Q). It has nothing to do with the optical train; it clips onto the objective end of the tube and simply gives the front element more distance from open sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a short refractor like the FS-60, the stock dew shield is compact, and dew and stray light both have an easier path to the objective than on a longer tube. This extension is a straightforward answer to that.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a good match if you own an FS-60 series refractor and want extra protection against dew forming on the objective, or against stray light entering from the side at low altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e matches the factory finish of the FS-60 series tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtends the existing dew shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e adds length ahead of the objective rather than replacing the shield.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStray-light control:\u003c\/strong\u003e the added length also cuts down light entering from low angles, alongside its dew function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtended imaging or observing sessions in humid conditions,\u003c\/strong\u003e where dew on the objective is the limiting factor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSites with light domes near the horizon,\u003c\/strong\u003e where the added shielding keeps stray light off the objective.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt for the FS-60 series\u003c\/strong\u003e — FS-60C, FS-60CB and FS-60Q.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttaches to the existing dew shield\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than replacing it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood to Know Before You Order\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt's a physical extension, not a heated dew strap.\u003c\/strong\u003e It works passively, by distance, rather than by warming the objective — and can be run alongside a heated strap if you already use one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it difficult to set up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it fits onto the existing dew shield with no tools or adjustment needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it affect anything downstream in my imaging setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. It sits ahead of the objective, entirely outside the optical train.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich telescopes does it fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe FS-60 series — FS-60C, FS-60CB and FS-60Q.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it replace a heated dew strap?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — it's a passive extension. A heated dew strap works differently and can still be used alongside it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottom Line\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn short: a silver dew shield extension for the FS-60 series, adding passive protection against dew and low-angle stray light ahead of the objective.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Takahashi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54047921012847,"sku":"TAK-TKA06220","price":181.61,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/takahashi-fs-60-dew-shield-extension-silver","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}