{"product_id":"silica-gel-sachets","title":"Silica Gel Sachets","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese Silica Gel sachets are a useful way to protect your Astronomy equipment such as Cameras, Focusers, Telescopes and other items from moisture while in storage or while not in use.  If a Telescope is stored permanently outside in an Observatory or a Shed, then moisture can considerably shorten its life due to the potential for dampness and moisture build up inside lenses or corrosion on electronic circuitry, and power connectors etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Silica Gel Sachets also contain coloured balls inside to indicate when they are saturated and need to be replaced or regenerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a clear plastic bag, place the required number of sachets into the bag and place the camera or other piece of equipment into the bag and seal it closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the camera, filter wheel or focuser etc. is attached to your Telescope for example, simply place the bag over the item and use a rubber band to keep it sealed. You can place as many sachets as needed in the bag depending on the size of the item. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Bag should be sealed either with a rubber band or equivalent to ensure no more moisture can enter the bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRegeneration:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese Sachets can be regenerated and reused if required. Inside the bag are coloured balls that change colour to indicate whether it should be regenerated or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eORANGE = DRY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGREEN = DAMP (Should be replaced or regenerated) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNote:\u003c\/span\u003e Sachets that are torn need to be replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo regenerate, simply place the sachet on a baking tray in an oven and gradually increase the temperature to max 110deg and leave for a few hours. When they are dried out they should be orange again. The oven should NOT be pre-heated first, as the gel balls can crack. A Microwave is also not suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStorage:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways store your Silica Sachets in a sealed bag to prevent them from absorbing moisture from the ambient air.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/span\u003e Keep away from Children. Not for consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhats included:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilica Gel Sachets in a clear sealed bag (Multiple quantities available)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","brand":"Horizon Astronomy","offers":[{"title":"10 Sachets","offer_id":56526725808463,"sku":"SILICA10","price":4.73,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Sachets","offer_id":56526725841231,"sku":"SILICA20","price":9.45,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"30 Sachets","offer_id":56526725873999,"sku":"SILICA30","price":14.18,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/1924\/6275\/files\/Silicagel.jpg?v=1764496905","url":"https:\/\/www.horizonastronomy.ie\/en-hr\/products\/silica-gel-sachets","provider":"Horizon Astronomy • Telescope Center","version":"1.0","type":"link"}