Features
- A new design, center-balanced equatorial mount (CEM) for maximum payload with natural stability
- Observatory astrophotography mount ideal for both visual and Astro-photographers
- Payload of 115 lbs (52 kg) with the mount weight of 57 lbs (26 kg)
- Easy to use and reliable gear clutches
- Precision altitude and azimuth adjustment.
- Precision stepper motor with 0.07 arcsec accuracy for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
- Polar alignment routine for those who can't see the Pole Star
- Go2Nova® 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology with built in heater
- High precision tracking with low periodic error (PE)<±3.5 arcsec
- Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
- 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Built-in WiFi and LAN for remote operation
- Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
- Advanced cable management system with more choices
- Spring loaded, individual adjustable Losmandy saddle
Technical Specs
| Mount |
Center-balanced Equatorial Mount (CEM) |
| Payload1
|
52kg (115 lbs), exclude counterweight |
| Mount weight |
26kg (57 lbs) |
| Payload/Mount weight ratio |
2 |
| Material |
All metal |
| Latitude adjustment range2
|
0°~ 68° (0.5 arcmin division) |
| Azimuth adjustment range |
± 5° (3 arcmin division) |
| PE (by encoder)3
|
< ±3.5 arcsec |
| Worm period |
240 sec |
| PEC |
PPEC |
| Right Ascension worm wheel |
Φ216mm, 360 teeth, zero backlash |
| Declination worm wheel |
Φ216mm, 360 teeth, zero backlash |
| Worm |
Φ26mm |
|
Right Ascension axle |
Φ80mm, steel |
| Declination axle |
Φ80mm, steel |
| Right Ascension bearings |
Φ125mm |
| Declination bearings |
Φ125mm |
| Counterweight shaft |
Φ38.1x 540 mm (SS, anti-slip, 4.5kg) |
| Counterweight |
10 kg (22 lbs) |
| Mount base size |
210 x 230 mm |
| Motor drive |
Precision stepper motor w/128 micro-step |
| Resolution |
0.07 arc seconds |
| Slew speed |
4°/sec (960x) max. |
| Hand Controller |
Go2Nova® 8410, 8 line 21 character LCD |
| Power requirement4
|
DC 12V, 5A |
| Power consumption |
0.7A(Tracking),1.8A(GOTO) |
| Polar Scope |
Optional iPolar electronic polar scope |
| Meridian treatment |
Stop (0-14° pass), auto flip |
| Zero position |
Automatic zero search |
| Park position |
Horizontal, vertical, current, alt/azi input |
| Level indicator |
YES |
| Dovetail saddle |
Losmandy D, 17.2" (437mm) |
| GPS |
YES |
| Guiding port |
ST-4 |
| Communication port |
RS232, USB, LAN, WiFi |
| Cable management |
2xDC12V (1A), 2xDC (5A), ST4, 6P6C, 2xUSB2.0, 3xUSB3.0, USB for PS, AUX |
| Operation temperature |
-10°C ~ +40°C |
| Pier/Tripod |
Optional pier |
| Warranty |
Two year limited |
1. OTA size and length dependent.
2. If you latitude is <10°,please contact iOptron for low latitude CW (#7326LL).
3. Measured with encoder on the bench, 240 seconds
4. Included AC adapter is for indoor use only
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