iOptron CEM40EC High-Resolution Equatorial Mount with iPolar & Case - C404A
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iOptron CEM40 Center-Balance Go-To Equatorial Mount
with iPolar & Case
The 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.
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
- High-Resolution RA Encoder for Real-time PEC
- RA Tracking error: < ± 0.25 arcsecond
- Real time periodic error correction (RPEC)
- 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
- Dual Losmandy/Vixen saddle
- LiteRoc 1.75" tripod (optional)
- Hard case for mount is Included
- Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer
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. 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 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.
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: 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.
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 |
| Special RA Encoder: | High Resolution |
| Tracking accuracy (PE)**: | <± 0.25 arcsecond |
| RPEC Period: | Real-time |
| 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: | Φ28 mm |
| 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: | Dual 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: | LiteRoc 1.75" Tripod (Optional) |
| Hard case: | Yes |
| Operation temperature: | -10ºC ~ 40ºC |
| Warranty: | Two year, limited |