iOptron

iOptron CEM70EC Center Balanced Mount with RA HR Encoder, WiFi & USB3.0 - C704AW0

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SKU: IOP-C704AW0
$6,963.00 CAD

Product details

  • SKU IOP-C704AW0
Description

iOptron CEM70EC WiFi-Enabled Center Balanced Mount Head
with RA High Res Optical Encoder

  • CEM70 medium payload mount with an RA high resolution optical encoder
  • Ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography
  • Payload of 70 lbs (31.8 kg) with the mount weight of 30 lbs (13.6 kg)
  • Easy to use and reliable gear clutches
  • Precision altitude and azimuth adjustment.
  • Precision stepper motor with 0.07 arcsec accuracy for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
  • iPolarTM electronic polar scope
  • Go2NovaĀ® 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVAĀ® GOTO Technology with built in heater
  • High precision tracking with low periodic error (PE <0.3 arcsec rms)
  • realtime periodic error correction (RPEC)
  • 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
  • USB3.0 powered connection
  • Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
  • Advanced cable management system with more choices
  • Spring loaded 8" Vixen/Losmandy dual saddle
  • NEW iOptron subsidized TheSky Imaging Edition
  • Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity

The iOptronĀ CEM70ECW is one of the latest versions of the CEM70Ā equatorial mount, and this one comes with an upgraded high resolution optical encoder on the RA drive.Ā The CEM70ECWĀ includes all of theĀ advanced features of the CEM70EC Center Balanced Mount as well as new features likeĀ USB3.0 and Wi-Fi!

Retaining the inherent properties of the center balance design, these relatively compact medium payload mounts deliver what astronomers expect in an efficient accurate portable mount. With precise GOTO pointing and accurate tracking, the CEM70ECW is a solid performer for observers and imagers alike.

Innovative operational features such as the internal iPolar electronic polar scope, easy lock drive gear engagement (levers large enough to use with gloves), an advanced cable management system for the mount, iPolar, guider, and camera, and cumulatively assure users the CEM70ECW designed with their needs in mind.Ā 

NOTE: This product is the mount head plus iPolar, plus one each 20 pound Counterweight, plus a Hard Case. NOTE: NO tripod or pier is included with this Head.

What's In The Boxes:

  • iOptron CEM70 Mount with RA High Res Encoder
  • Go2Nova 8407 Hand Controller
  • 212,000+ Object Library with Star Identification
  • Stainless steel counterweight shaft
  • One 20 lb counterweight
  • Internal iPolar electronic polar scope
  • CEM70 GPS module
  • AC adapter (100 V - 240 V) AC to DC power
  • 2 X coiled control Cable (6P6C RJ11 to RJ11, straight wired)
  • Serial cable (RS232 to RJ9)
  • USB cable
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Hard Case
  • iOptron subsidized "TheSky Imaging Edition"
  • NOTE: NO Tripod or Pier included

Specifications

Mount Center-balanced Equatorial Mount (CEM)
Payload* 31.8kg (70 lbs), exclude counterweight
Mount weight 13.6kg (30 lbs)
Payload/Mount weight ratio 2.33
Material All metal
Latitude adjustment range 0Ā°~ 65Ā°
Azimuth adjustment range Ā± 4Ā°
PE (by encoder)** < 0.3 arcsec rms**
Worm period 348 sec
PEC Real-time PEC(RPEC)
Right Ascension worm wheel Ī¦151mm, 248 teeth
Declination worm wheel Ī¦151mm, 248 teeth
Worm Ī¦21.2mm
Right Ascension axle Ī¦55mm, steel
Declination axle Ī¦55mm, steel
Right Ascension bearings Ī¦80mm
Declination bearings Ī¦80mm
Counterweight shaft Ī¦28x 415 mm (SS, 1.9kg)
Counterweight 9.5 kg (20 lbs) x1
Mount base size Ī¦152mm
Motor drive Precision stepper motor w/128 micro-step
Resolution 0.07 arc seconds
Slew speed 3.75Ā°/sec (900x) max.
Hand Controller Go2NovaĀ® 8410, 8 line 21 character LCD
Power requirement*** DC 12V, 5A (5.5mm/2.5mm plug)
Power consumption 0.6A(Tracking),0.8A(GOTO)
Polar Scope Internal electronic polar scope, iPolar
Meridian treatment Stop (0-10Ā° pass), auto flip
Zero position Automatic zero search
Park position Horizontal, vertical, current, alt/azi input
Level indicator YES
Dovetail saddle 8" Losmandy D & Vixen
GPS YES
Guiding port ST-4
Communication port USB3.0 powered
Cable management
Operation temperature range -10Ā°C ~ +40Ā°C
Hard case Yes
Pier/Tripod Optional LiteRoc tripod (8023ACC) or pier
Warranty Two year limited

* OTA size and length dependent.
** Measured with encoder on the bench, 348 seconds
*** Included AC adapter is for indoor use only