{"product_id":"ioptron-cem40ec-high-resolution-equatorial-mount-with-ipolar-case-c404a","title":"iOptron CEM40EC High-Resolution Equatorial Mount with iPolar \u0026 Case - C404A","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eiOptron CEM40 Center-Balance Go-To Equatorial Mount\u003cbr\u003ewith iPolar \u0026amp; Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iOptron CEM40 mount is the next generation of Center-Balanced Equatorial GoTo mounts. This mount is incredibly eye-pleasing, and its beauty is found in its amazing performance as well as in its appearance with the addition of a High-Resolution Encoder! The functionality of the mount is superb. Weighing in at only 15.8 pounds, this mount can support a payload of up to 40 pounds! That's a payload capacity specification you will really appreciate when you put your OTA and imaging equipment onto this mount and watch it perform with ease to follow your commands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMount Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique design, Center-Balanced equatorial mount (CEM) for maximum payload (40 lb) and minimum mount weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdea for both visual observation and astrophotography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum payload of 40 lb (18 kg) with the mount weight of only 15.8 lb (7.2 kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll metal, CNC machined with red\/black anodized finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use quick-lock gear clutches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated iPolar electronic polar finder is included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eHigh-Resolution RA Encoder for Real-time PEC\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRA Tracking error:  \u0026lt; ± 0.25 arcsecond\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal time periodic error correction (RPEC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGo2Nova® 8407+ controller with Advanced GOTO Technology with built-in heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated ST-4 autoguiding port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSB communication port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCable management system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual Losmandy\/Vixen saddle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiteRoc 1.75\" tripod (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard case for mount is Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone\/Tablet\/Computer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iOptron CEM40 Center-Balance Go-To Equatorial Mount also has an integrated electronic polar finder scope known as the iPolar. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole star is obscured. This iPolar polarscope introduced by iOptron is available as a separate product, but is included and integrated in this mount. The large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system make it easy to snap the gears into place or release them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis iOptron CEM40 mount comes with a dual saddle that accommodates both Losmandy-type and Vixen-style dovetail plates. The CEM40 also uses iOptron's ultra-quiet, low-power consumption stepper motor drive system, which means you will get precise tracking with very quiet operation. This mount has the High-Resolution RA axis Encoder built in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iOptron CEM40 mount uses the Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller to navigate the night sky. This incredible technology helps you find celestial objects with the aid of the mount's 212,000+ object database! Whether you are a newbie to astronomy or a seasoned observer, this mount has the capability of tracking and finding many beautiful night sky objects, and its simple operation will save you lots of time. More time for observing!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is included: This version of the CEM40 Center-Balance Go-To Equatorial Mount includes the mount head, integrated iPolar camera, 10 lb counterweight, 28 mm counterweight shaft, and the Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller with built-in intelligence and database. This C404A also includes a High-Resolution RA axis Encoder for real-time PEC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eMount Specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCenter-Balanced Equatorial Mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMax payload*:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 lb (18 kg), exclude counterweight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMount weight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.8 lb (7.2 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePayload\/Mount weight ratio:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStructure Material:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll metal, CNC machined\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExterior Finish:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAnodized red\/black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLatitude adjustment range:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0º ~ 60º(special CW shaft mounting if \u0026lt;10°)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAzimuth adjustment range:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e± 6º\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial RA Encoder:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh Resolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTracking accuracy (PE)**:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;± 0.25 arcsecond\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRPEC Period:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal-time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWorm diameter:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ17 mm, Brass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight Ascension worm wheel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ110 mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeclination worm wheel:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ110 mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight Ascension axis shaft:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ45 mm steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeclination axis shaft:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ45 mm steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRight Ascension bearings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ68 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeclination bearings:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ68 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounterweight shaft:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eΦ28 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCounterweight:\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb (4.5kg) 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