Astrozap Light Shroud For 14" Astro-Tech At14Rct Truss-Tube Ritchey-Chrétien

AstroZap LSAT14 Light Shroud for Astro-Tech AT14RCT 14" Truss Tube Ritchey-Chrétien Reflector

The truss-tube design of the Astro-Tech AT14RCT 14" Ritchey-Chrétien offers excellent rigidity with reduced weight—but it also leaves the central portion of the optical tube exposed to the night sky. That open design can invite stray light and airborne moisture into the optical path, both of which can degrade image contrast and prematurely end an imaging session.

The AstroZap LSAT14 light shroud is a simple, effective solution designed specifically to fit the AT14RCT. It creates a light-tight, breathable barrier between your optics and the surrounding environment—blocking ambient light from streetlamps or neighboring observatories, and slowing the formation of dew on your primary and secondary mirrors.

Tailored in the USA from a durable black nylon/cotton blend, the LSAT14 is double-stitched for long-term use and shaped to fit snugly over your scope’s trusses. Its semi-rigid design maintains proper tension across the truss structure, so the shroud won’t sag into the light path—even under moderate dewing conditions or temperature drops. Top and bottom drawstrings provide a secure fit, whether you’re permanently mounted or tearing down after a dark-sky run.

This passive accessory offers a measurable performance boost for imaging and visual use alike. As a bonus, AstroZap also offers the matching DCAT14 dust cover, made from the same material, to cap your scope and keep optics clean during transport or storage.

Key Features:

• Custom-designed light shroud for the Astro-Tech AT14RCT 14" truss-tube Ritchey-Chrétien

• Blocks stray light to improve contrast during imaging and visual use

• Acts as a passive dew barrier to help maintain optical clarity

• Durable black nylon/cotton blend with double-stitched seams

• Holds its shape to prevent sagging into the light path

• Secures with drawstrings at top and bottom

• Made in the USA

• Optional matching DCAT14 dust cover available for complete protection