Calibration frames for different filters

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Wed, 04/17/2024 - 14:01

I've just started using two filters  Johnson B and V. It suddenly occurred to me that perhaps I should have separate sets of calibration frames for each filter. I assume that darks wouldn't matter but should I have different light frames for different filters.

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American Association of Variable Star Observers (AAVSO)
You definitely need separate…

You definitely need separate Flats for the two filters.  Each may have their own dust motes effecting transmission.