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ISO Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses (Assorted Styles)

All-Star Telescope ISO Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses (Assor... from $4.00 $5.00

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These are great premium solar glasses with an elegant orange tint making for great easy views of the sun.

Baader Solar Eclipse Glasses Solar Viewer AstroSolar® Silver/Gold

Baader Planetarium Baader Solar Eclipse Glasses Solar Viewer ... $6.00

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Baader's Renowned Solar Viewer Silver/Gold eclipse viewers provide a premium and safe affordable way to view the sun. Proven and trusted around the world for over 30years.

American Paper Optics ISO Certified Solar Eclipse Glasses

American Paper Optics American Paper Optics ISO Certified Solar ... $5.00

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These are great premium solar glasses with an elegant orange tint making for great easy views of the sun. These glasses are manufactured by the same company as the Celestron Eclipsmart glasses. ISO certified solar safe.

All the information you need to be ready to view or take photos of the next solar Eclipse

Total Solar Eclipse - April 8, 2024

When and where is the next Solar Eclipse?

The upcoming eclipse in North America falls on April 8, 2024. You can catch a glimpse of this celestial phenomenon in its partial state from any spot on the continent. But if you want to witness the grand spectacle in all its glory, head down to the southern USA, where it gracefully sweeps across the mid east and up to Ontario, Quebec. See our map up above.

The time frame of the eclipse will be different for everyone depending on where you are looking from but in rough numbers you should expect to see activity on the sun starting at the following times and places:

10:40 PDT (Pacific Time) British Columbia
11:09 MST (Mountain Standard Time) Yukon
11:43 MDT (Mountain Time) Alberta and Saskatchewan
12:08 MDT (Mountain Time) Northwest Territories
12:50 CDT (Central Time) Manitoba
12:54 CDT (Central Time) Ontario
13:10 CDT (Central Time) Nunavut
13:54 EDT (Eastern Time) Ontario
14:08 EDT (Eastern Time) Quebec
14:22 ADT (Atlantic Time) New Brunswick and Newfoundland and Labrador
15:26 ADT (Atlantic Time) PEI and Nova Scotia

In the path of totality it will start approximately 1 hour after the partial eclipse begins.

Where is the best place to see solar eclipse 2024?

The map above displays the 'path of totality' which indicates the optimal locations for observing the total eclipse. If you are unable to visit these areas, no need to worry! The partial eclipse can still be observed from anywhere on the continent. All you need are a pair of solar glasses, check out our suggestions below.

What do I need to see the eclipse?

Make sure to always wear proper safety gear when looking at the eclipse. We highly recommend using an ISO certified pair of solar eclipse glasses for the easiest and safest viewing experience. However, if you're looking for a more up-close view, you can consider getting a pair of solar binoculars or a solar telescope. Our suggestions below can help you find the right option for you.

Can I use my existing telescope to look at the sun? How can I use my telescope to look at the sun?

Use a solar filter! We have a great many solar filters for all telescopes. Some great options for Celestron telescopes built as a replacement for your tube cap. Other options from Kendrick and Baader that can fit a wide variety of telescopes and binoculars. See this collection:

Solar Filters

These filters fit on the front of your telescope and secure with set screws or velcro.

Is it safe to wear solar glasses? Don't I need a pin-hole camera or welders glasses?

Solar glasses are the best way to view the solar eclipse and All-Star Telescope only carries 100% safe to use ISO 12312-2:2015(E) certified glasses. Every product that we carry is specifically designed with your safety in mind. Some even come with colorful tints to make viewing the sun more enjoyable.

Very few welder glasses are suitable for viewing the sun and are not designed for that purpose.

Can I order solar eclipse glasses in large quantities?

Yes! You bet all of our glasses come in larger quantities like 25, 50 or 100. If you require even more, please contact us at info@all-startelescope.com

How can I take a picture of the eclipse and the sun?

Lots of great ways! We will be posting a few articles on solar photography comming soon.

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Solar Binoculars

Lunt Mini Sunoculars (Yellow) - All-Star Telescope Canada - For All Things Astro, Binoculars, and Science

Lunt Solar Systems Lunt Mini SUNoculars 6X30 (Yellow) $19.95

Why We Recommend

Lunt is the premier manufacturer of solar observing products. These mini solar binoculars will give you nice bright images of the sun without any risk to your eyes.

Lunt Solar Systems Lunt SUNoculars 8x32 $122.00

Why We Recommend

Lunt is the premier manufacturer of solar observing products. These are a fantastic way to get nice bright images of the sun without any risk to your eyes.

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Celestron Eclipsmart 10x25mm Roof Solar Binoculars (71237)

Celestron Celestron Eclipsmart 10x25mm Roof Solar Bi... $42.00

Why We Recommend

These are a great, and super portable way to get a good look at the sun. They use high quality, ISO certified filtering to give you nice natural looking views of the surface of our sun. Highly recommended!

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Celestron Eclipsmart 10x42mm Porro Solar Binoculars (71238)

Celestron Celestron Eclipsmart 10x42mm Porro Solar B... $87.95

Why We Recommend

These are a great, and super portable way to get a good look at the sun. They use high quality, ISO certified filtering to give you nice natural looking views of the surface of our sun. Highly recommended!

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Celestron Eclipsmart 12x50mm Porro Solar Binoculars (71239)

Celestron Celestron Eclipsmart 12x50mm Porro Solar B... $112.00

Why We Recommend

These full view binoculars allow for stunning views of the sun. Match it with a great tripod for stable views that can last as long as you like, no fatigue.

Solar Filters for Telescopes, Binoculars, Spotting Scopes and More

Baader Planetarium Baader Planetarium 8"X12" AstroSolar Safet... $70.00

Why We Recommend

If you can't find a solar filter that fits on your scope or binocular setup then you can purchase this sheet. Ready to be cut and formed into whatever shape you need.

Baader Planetarium Astrosolar Binocular And Camera Solar Filter 60Mm (Asbf) - All-Star Telescope Canada - For All Things Astro, Binoculars, and Science

Baader Planetarium Baader Planetarium AstroSolar Binocular an... from $39.00

After 15 years of offering AstroSolar film sheets as DIY-product, this system of Baader Solar Filters™ is designed to retain the true optical quality of the diffraction limited AstroSolar Safety Film. Baader Solar Filters provide a professional and secure solution to observe and image the Sun using AstroSolar® Safety Film OD 5.0. Many ready made filters do stretch the filter material like a drumhead in order to make it look like a piece of glass – this absolutely does destroy the image quality, rendering the film useless for high magnification work. AstroSolar must be mounted entirely stress free in order...

Baader Planetarium Astrosolar Telescope Solar Filter 120Mm (Astf-120) - All-Star Telescope Canada - For All Things Astro, Binoculars, and Science

Baader Planetarium Baader Planetarium AstroSolar Telescope So... from $77.00

Baader Solar Filters provide a professional and secure solution to observe and image the Sun using AstroSolar® Safety Film OD 5.0. After 15 years of offering AstroSolar film sheets as DIY-product, this system of Baader Solar Filters™ is designed to retain the true optical quality of the diffraction limited AstroSolar Safety Film. Baader Solar Filters provide a professional and secure solution to observe and image the Sun using AstroSolar® Safety Film OD 5.0. Many ready made filters do stretch the filter material like a drumhead in order to make it look like a piece of glass – this absolutely does...

Kendrick Astro Visual Solar Filters with Solar Finder

Kendrick Astro Instruments Kendrick Astro Visual Solar Filters with S... from $90.00

NEW! Solar Filters with Built-In Sun Finder! The new design has a built in sun finder making centering the sun in your eyepiece very easy. The finder target is visible from both the front and back sides of the filter making centering the sun easy from either end of the telescope. We have replaced the filter rims with three tabs that contain a secure threaded insert and a nylon thumb screw, making the filter much lighter without reducing the security of the fit. The main reason we made this particular change is that many telescopes have dovetails or other attachments...

Celestron EclipSmart Solar Filters for Explorer LT & More

Celestron Celestron EclipSmart Solar Filters for Exp... from $24.95

Why We Recommend

This is a great accessory for any telescope. It will show the surface of the sun in detail. Great for observing sun spots, or watching transits of the inner planets and the ISS.

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