Cloud Break Optics

PulsGuide Jr Pulsing Finder Illuminator

PulsGuide Jr Pulsing Finder Illuminator - Main image
$37.46 $49.95 In stock

Category: Observing Aids

Description

Less Eye Fatigue = Better Astrophotographs -- PulsGuide pulses the reticle illumination to let the eye rest between pulses. The result? Improved contrast between reticle and faint guide stars for easier guiding and better astrophotographs.

Night Vision Safe 660nm Red LED and long life CR1/3N battery included Black anodized aluminum body and large easy grip plastic on/off/brightness knob.

One Knob Timing Control and Adjustable Brightness --Fixed pulse ratio of 2/1 adjustable from fast to slow blink.

Fits all Current Finders and finder eyepieces using M8x1.0 thread. If you have an old old older finder with the M8x0.75 thread, contact us and we can accommodate.  

Compact 2 1/4 inches long, 1/2 inch shorter than regular PulsGuide.

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Ella F. ★★★★★

The pulsing really does cut down eye strain after a few hours at the eyepiece—the reticle stays crisp against faint stars without that harsh glow. It’s a subtle but noticeable improvement for guiding accuracy.

Ruby U. ★★★★★

I was skeptical at first, but the pulsed illumination genuinely makes faint guide stars pop out against the dark background—my eyes feel far less strained after a two-hour session. The contrast improvement alone is worth it for anyone doing precise autoguiding.

Emma ★★★★★

The pulsing really does cut down on eye strain during those long guiding sessions. I can actually pick out faint stars in the reticle now without my eyes watering after twenty minutes. It’s a small gadget, but it’s made a huge difference in how sharp my final images are.