iOptron HAZ46 Strain Wave Alt-Az Mount - HZ462

iOptron HAZ46 Stain Wave Alt-Azimuth Mount

This light weight, compact, medium payload iOptron HAZ46 Strain Wave Alt-Azimuth Mount will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. With a mount head weighing in at 12.3 lbs, the iOptron HAZ46 has a payload capability 44 lbs, without needing a cumbersome counterweight or shaft. All HAZ mounts will support a large variety of instruments where flexibility is needed for outreach programs and satellite tracking. The multi-position saddle can be placed on top or to the side to accommodate binoculars. Just turn the mount on, it will calibrate itself and GoTo the first target utilizing iOptron's time-tested "Lever and Go" technology.

Utilizing state of the art strain wave gear technology for both RA and DEC movement, the HAZ46 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 include an electronic friction brake that allows the mount to stop safely.

The HAZ46 mount can be controlled by a computer, either via ASCOM/Commander for a Windows PC or a third party INDI driver for a MacOS software; a SmartPhone/Tablet via iOptron Commander Lite or an App like SkySafari; or a Raspberry Pi device via INDI driver.

Features

• Advanced strain wave gear system technology
• Payload capacity of 20 kg (44 lbs) with the mount weight of 5.6 kg (12.3 lbs, include dovetail saddle)
• CNC machined
• Unique friction brake to safely stop movement during a planned or unplanned power interruption
• Go2Nova® hand controller with ~212,000 object database
• Built-in GPS
• Dual saddle (Vixen and Losmandy-D styles)
• Level & Go
• Large binocular mounting
• Satellite tracking
• Built in zero position search and locator
• Built-in Wi-Fi (via hand controller)
• USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
• Internal Li-ion rechargeable battery
• Carrying case
• Two year warranty for mount, 90 day warranty for battery

	Mount Strain Wave Altazimuth Mount RA gear system Strain Wave Gear DEC gear system Strain Wave Gear RA/DEC reduction ratio 640:1 Payload* 44 lbs (20 kg) Mount weight 12.3 lbs (5.6 kg) with dovetail saddle Payload/Mount weight 3.57 Drive motor Stepper motor Structure Material All metal, CNC machined Exterior finish Anodized black Level indicator Level bubble Control system GOTONOVA/Commander Hand Controller Go2Nova® 8409 with ~212,000 objects database Tracking Automatic Maximum slew speed 6º/sec Power consumption 0.7A(Tracking), 1.2A(GOTO) Battery Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery (11.1V, 4.4AH) Battery Charger 100-240V AC input /12.6V DC 2A output (fits both 5521 and 5525 DC plug) Power off brake Electronic friction brake GPS Built-in Wi-Fi Built-in Communication port Yes (Wi-Fi and USB, via HC) Firmware upgrade Yes Dovetail saddle Vixen & Losmandy Carbon Fiber Tripod (#8061A) Optional 3 point leveling extension pier (#8042) Optional Operation temperature -20ºC ~ 40ºC Warranty Two year limited (90 days for battery) * 200mm, with payload center of gravity to the RA rotation axis. Or an OTA size of ~220mm.