iOptron CEM40 Center-Balance GoTo Equatorial Mount with iPolar and Hard Case - C402A
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iOptron CEM40 Equatorial Mount with iPolar & Case
The iOptron CEM40 mount is the next generation of Center-Balanced Equatorial Go-To mounts. This mount is incredibly eye-pleasing, and its beauty is found in its amazing performance as well as in its appearance! 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.
Mount Features:
- Unique design, Center-Balanced equatorial mount (CEM) for maximum payload (40 lb) and minimum mount weight
- Idea for both visual observation and astrophotography
- Maximum payload of 40 lb (18 kg) with the mount weight of only 15.8 lb (7.2 kg)
- All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized finish
- Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
- Integrated iPolar electronic polar finder is included
- Low periodic error (< ± 7 arcseconds)
- Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
- Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
- Go2Nova® 8407+ controller with Advanced GOTO Technology with 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
- Includes a metal Hard Case for storage and transportation
- Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer
- Tripod is optional
This 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. A metal Hard Case is also included. The large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system make it easy to snap the gears into place or release them.
This iOptron CEM40 mount has an ultra-quiet, low-power consumption stepper motor drive system, which means you will get precise tracking with very quiet operation.
The 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!
What is included: The CEM40 Center-Balance GoTo 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, plus this product also includes the Hard Case for the mount.
Mount Specifications:
| Mount: | Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount |
| Max payload*: | 40 lb (18 kg), exclude counterweight |
| Mount weight: | 15.8 lb (7.2 kg) |
| Payload/Mount weight ratio: | 2.5 |
| Structure Material: | All metal, CNC machined |
| Exterior Finish: | Anodized red/black |
| Latitude adjustment range: | 0º ~ 60º(special CW shaft mounting if <10°) |
| Azimuth adjustment range: | ± 6º |
| Tracking accuracy (PE)**: | <±7 arcsec |
| PPEC Period: | 400 sec |
| Worm diameter: | Φ17 mm, Brass |
| Right Ascension worm wheel: | Φ110 mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash |
| Declination worm wheel: | Φ110 mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash |
| Right Ascension axis shaft: | Φ45 mm steel |
| Declination axis shaft: | Φ45 mm steel |
| Right Ascension bearings: | Φ68 mm |
| Declination bearings: | Φ68 mm |
| Counterweight shaft: | Φ20X410 mm, Stainless Steel (1 kg) |
| Counterweight: | 10 lb (4.5kg) 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 12 Volt, 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 (0-10° pass), flip |
| Zero position: | Automatic zero search |
| Dovetail saddle: | Losmandy/Vixen saddle |
| 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: | Optional - 1.5",2" or tri-pier |
| Hard case: | Yes, Included |
| Operation temperature: | -10ºC ~ 40ºC |
| Warranty: | Two year, limited |