
Snowflake 8 x 50.8mm (or 50mm) filter wheel WandererAstro
The Snowflake SFW50 is a high-precision, fully enclosed, 8-position motorized filter holder wheel designed specifically for 2" (50.8 mm) mounted filters with a maximum thickness of 6 mm and a thread depth of up to 3 mm (0.8 in.). Its 16 mm body thickness, robust CNC machined housing and sealed design make it ideal for professional imaging setups.
*Important: Slot 8 does NOT support 2" mounted filters, but can accommodate a dark filter (included) or an unmounted Ø50 mm filter.
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UPS - Resto del mundo | UPS - Rest of the World |
Friday, 20 February - Friday, 27 February |
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UPS - Resto del mundo
UPS - Rest of the World
Estimated delivery:
Friday, 20 February - Friday, 27 February
nowflake SFW50
Main features
- 8 filter positions (7 for mounted filters + 1 for dark/unmounted Ø50 mm)
- Body thickness: 16 mm
- Weight: 758 g
- Material: CNC anodized aluminum housing
- Filter compatibility: 2" mounted filters (≤6 mm thick, ≤3 mm thread depth) and slot 8 only for dark/unmounted filter Ø50 mm
- Operating temperature: down to -30 °C
- Precision stepper motor with gear-driven rotation and backstop design
Advanced closed design
- Completely enclosed construction: no exposed electronics or motor
- Center mounting screw: greatly increases structural rigidity
- One-piece filter mask: fewer screws, secure filter placement
- High repeatability sensor system - ideal for flat frame calibration
Camera and oAG compatibility
Compatible with all major brands:
- ZWO
- QHYCCD
- PlayerOne (APS-C and full frame)
- ToupTek
- Most OAGs
The recessed slot allows seamless integration of the QHY camera without the need for additional back focus.
Power and connectivity
- USB 2.0 Type B
- 12 V (1 A) input through DC5521 port
- Integrated 12 V hub (up to 10 A output)
Included accessories:
- 2 x 2 mm spacers
- Dark filter
- Foam sealing ring
- Conventional filter masks
Software support
- ASCOM drivers available
- Compatible with various Snowflake wheels
- INDI impeller under development
Snowflake SFW50
