Frame for Baader's AstroSolar film and Sky-Watcher Explorer 200P

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Like the title says, this is a frame to fit an Astrosolar film by Baader on a Sky-Watcher 200P. That telescope's outer diameter is larger than most personal 3D printers, so each of the two parts of the frame is made of three separate sub-parts which have to be glued together: Print each of the sub-parts three times, then glue the inner frame together (in black in the picture), then glue it or stick it on a film following Baader's instructions. Cut the film to size, then glue outer frame sub-parts (in white). Make sure there is not gap on the edges. The frame has three hooks which should clip nicely on the ring at the end of the telescope. If it doesn't clip properly, then it could fall off: find a better way to fit it! You've been warned... Speaking of which: DISCLAIMER: solar observation contains a real element of risk if the filter is not correctly built or fitted. I obviously take no responsibility: The frame I designed works for me and it's all I can say. If you take the risk and responsibility to print it for yourself, you're on your own! So: 1- Read carefully Baader's instructions. 2- Make sure the film is properly glued or taped. 3- Make sure that the filter is fitted securely on the scope. It should not be loose. 4- Don't elbow it, tell the "funny" ones among your friends to not take it off as a prank, keep children, teenagers and as a general rule anyone not mature enough away. Use common sense. Accidents can and do happen. 5- Double check every time you use it that the whole structure is sound, that the glue/tape is still strong and that there are not gaps or holes. 5a- Double check again. 6- Good luck.