iOptron

iOptron HEM44A Hybrid Strain Wave Drive Equatorial Mount - Head, iPolar, Controller, Case - H442A

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SKU: IOP-H442A
$3,777.00 CAD

Product details

  • SKU IOP-H442A
Description

Freedom from cumbersome counterweights and shaft is here!

Introducing the iOptron HEM44A, the latest in revolutionary hybrid strain wave drive mounts. This lightweight, compact, medium payload equatorial mount will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. Imagine a mount head weighing in at just 13.65 pounds with a payload capability of a whopping 44 pounds, without the need of cumbersome counterweights or a counterweight shaft. Applying iOptron’s multi-decade experience creating precision mounts.

Utilizing state of the art strain wave drive technology for the RA movement in tandem with a backlash-free DEC worm/belt drive design, the HEM44 delivers unparalleled weight to payload efficiency. Its black anodized all metal CNC machined body is not only appealing to the eye, it’s a rugged platform that will perform at the highest level for many years to come. Unique features such as an electronic friction break and power down memory allow the mount to safely stop and resume a GoTo slew or continue tracking even after an abrupt power loss (No need to realign and start from the beginning).

The iOptron HEM44 mount can be controlled by the 8409 hand controller, which is included in this package. It can also be controlled via your computer with ASCOM/Commander for a Windows PC or a third party INDI driver for MacOS software. You can also use a SmartPhone/Tablet via iOptron Commander Lite or an App like SkySafari, or use Raspberry Pi device via an INDI driver.

This model (HEM44A) also includes the built-in iPolar electronic polar scope for easy and accurate polar alignment.

iOptron HEM44A Equatorial Mount Features

  • Advanced strain wave drive technology
  • Payload capacity of 20 kg (44 lbs) with the mount weight of 6.2 kg (13.65 lbs)
  • CNC machined
  • Unique friction brake to safely stop movement during a planned or unplanned power interruption
  • 270 second gear period
  • Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
  • Go2NovaÂź hand controller with ~212,000 object database
  • Cable management system, no hanging exterior cables to moving parts
  • Dual saddle (Vixen and Losmandy-D styles)
  • Built in zero position search and locator
  • Power down position and location memory
  • iPolar electronic polar scope for easy and accurate polar alignment
  • Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
  • Built-in Wi-Fi (via hand controller)
  • USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
  • Soft carrying case
  • Tripod NOT included
  • Two year warranty

Specifications

Mount Hybrid Strain Wave Equatorial Mount
RA gear system StrainWave
DEC gear system Backlash-free worm/belt system
RA reduction ratio 160
Payload w/o CW * 44 lbs (20 kg)
Mount weight 13lbs (5.9kg) w/o dovetail saddle
13.65lbs (6.2kg) with dovetail saddle
Payload/Mount weight 3.23
Payload with CW* 55 lbs (25kg)
Period 270 second
Drive motor Stepper motor
Structure Material All metal, CNC machined
Exterior finish Anodized black
PEC Yes, Permanent PEC
Latitude adjustment range 15Âș ~ 65Âș
Azimuth adjustment range ± 6Âș
Polar scope iPolar electronic polar scope
Level indicator Level bubble
Control system GOTONOVA/Commander
Hand controller Go2NovaÂź 8409 with ~212,000 objects database
Tracking Automatic
Maximum slew speed 4.5Âș/sec
Power consumption 0.6A(Tracking), 1.2A(GOTO)
Power DC12V-5A
AC adapter 100V ~ 240V (included, indoor use only)
Power off brake Electronic friction brake
Power-down memory Yes
Wi-Fi Built-in
Communication port Yes (Wi-Fi and USB, via HC)
Autoguide port Yes (ST-4 compatible)
Firmware upgrade Yes
Tripod Optional
Counterweight Shaft  Optional - SS Ί20X200mm, M16 thread
Counterweight  Optional - 10 lbs (4.5kg)
Operation temperature -20ÂșC ~ 40ÂșC (hand controller -10ÂșC ~ 40ÂșC)
Warranty Two year limited


* 200mm, with payload center of gravity to the RA rotation axis. Or an OTA size of ~220mm.

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