iOptron GEM45-EC German Equatorial GoTo Mount with RA Encoder

iOptron GEM45-EC German Equatorial GoTo Mount with RA Encoder

£2,999.00✓ 2 year warranty

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About this product

Model: iop_gem45ec_7603eca_1.75
Part Number: 7603ECA

Includes a high resolution encoder on the RA axis, new 'LiteRoc' 1.75" tripod & hard storage case.

The GEM45-EC is the first of iOptron's next generation German equatorial mounts.

Using experience gained during the development of their CEM series, iOptron have removed unnecessary weight resulting in a portable 7.2 kg / 15.8 lb mount with an impressive 2.8 payload-to-mount weight ratio.

An integrated electronic polar scope (iPolar) makes polar alignment a breeze, even when the pole star is obscured.

Ultra-quiet stepper motors and a high resolution encoder on the RA axis provide precise pointing and low periodic error (<0.25 arc seconds rms). Large levers make it easy to engage the drive gears into place, even when wearing gloves.

Integrated internal cable management means there is little chance of your cables becoming snagged and a new, patent pending, Universal Self-Centering Saddle (USCS) accommodates both Losmandy and Vixen style dovetail plates.

Other features include computerised GOTO with a 212,000+ object library (includes star identification) GPS and Wi-Fi (requires optional iStarFi adapter).

FEATURES

Next generation German Equatorial Mount with high resolution encoder on RA axis
Realtime periodic error correction (RPEC)
Low periodic error (<0.25 arc seconds rms)
Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
Maximum payload of 45 lbs (20 kg) with a mount weight of only 15.8 lbs (7.2 kg)
Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
Integrated iPolar electronic polar finder
Integrated cable management system
Go2Nova® 8407+ controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology and built-in heater
Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
USB communication port
Cable management system
New, patent-pending iOptron universal saddle
All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized
Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer
All new LiteRoc 1.75" tripod with improved stability and leg locks
Hard case included

Go2Nova Hand Controller 8407

200,000+ object database
8 line, 21 character back lit large screen LCD
Low temperature operation as low as -20ºC
User friendly interface
9 speed slew control with quiet mode
Large object database
Serial port for firmware upgrade

What's in the box

Supplied in two boxes.

GEM45-EC mount head
CW shaft
1x 5kg / 11lb Counterweight
GO2Nova 8407+ hand controller with cord.
GPS Module
RJ11 Cable x2
RS232-RJ9 Cable
USB Cable
Alignment Peg
1.75" tripod and accessory Tray
Hard Case

Specifications

Mount	German Equatorial Mount
Max payload*	45 lbs (20 kg), exclude counterweight
Mount weight	15.8 lb (7.2 kg)
Payload/Mount weight	2.78
Structure Material	All metal, CNC machined
Exterior Finish	Anodised red/black
Latitude adjustment range	14º ~ 68º
Azimuth adjustment range	± 6º
Tracking accuracy (PE)**	<0.25 arcsec rms
PEC	Real-time PEC (RPEC)
Period	400 sec
Worm diameter	Φ17mm, Brass
Right Ascension worm wheel	Φ110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
Declination worm wheel	Φ110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
Right Ascension axis shaft	Φ45mm steel
Declination axis shaft	Φ45mm steel
Right Ascension bearings	Φ68mm
Declination bearings	Φ68mm
Counterweight shaft	Φ28X280 mm, Stainless Steel (1.2 kg)
Counterweight	11lbs (5kg) X1
Motor	Precision stepper motor, 1.8º/128X micro-step
Motor resolution	0.08 arcsec (200 PPS)
Transmission	Synchronous belt
Hand Controller	Go2Nova® 8407+, 8 line 21 character LCD
Star Database	212,000+, star identification
Power	DC 12V, 5A
AC adapter	100V ~ 240V (included)
Power consumption	0.6A(Tracking), 0.9A(GOTO)
Power-down memory	Yes
Polar scope	Internal iPolar ^TM electronic polar scope
Meridian treatment	Stop (0-20° pass), flip
Zero position	Automatic zero search
Dovetail saddle	iOptron Universal Saddle, 5"
Max slew speed	4.5°/sec (1080X)
Guiding port	ST-4
Communication port	USB
GPS	Yes
WiFi	External (optional)
Cable Management	DC12V (3A), ST4,USB
Tripod	1.75" Stainless Steel(~8kg), or optional Tri-pier
Hard case	Included
Operation temperature	-10ºC ~ 40ºC
Warranty	Two year limited