iOptron GEM28 GoTo mount with optical polar finder and 1.5" tripod

iOptron GEM28 GoTo mount with optical polar finder and 1.5" tripod

The transportable GoTo mount # G281B1 weighs only 4.5 kg, but can carry telescopes up to 12.7 kg, it is suitable for astrophotography and observation.

Proven design as German Equatorial Mount (GEM) for familiar operation without changeover High payload and minimum mount weight Ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography Low periodic error (< ± 10 arc seconds) Payload of 12.7 kg (28 lbs) with the mount-only weight of 4.5 kg (10 lbs) 10° - 70° latitude operation Stepper motor with low power consumption Integrated optical polar scope AccuAlign Polar alignment routine for those who can?t see the Pole Star Go2Nova® 8409 controller with GOTONOVA® GOTO technology and hand controller with large LC display Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port Built-in Wi-Fi USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control Standard 1.5 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (5 kg)

The GEM28 is equipped with the latest advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO technologyThis makes it one of the most powerful and accurate GOTO mounts on the market. The library of 212,000 entries ensures that you will never run out of objects to see or image. The Go2Nova® handheld controller is intuitive to use and its large 4-line LCD screen simplifies telescope setup and object finding.

Mount:

German Equatorial Mount

Payload:

28 lbs (12.7 kg), exclude counterweight

Mount weight:

10 lbs (4.5 kg)

Payload/Mount weight:

2.80

Structure Material:

All metal, Casting + CNC machined

Exterior Finish:

Powder coating

Periodic error (PE):

<±10 arcsec

PEC:

Yes, Permanent PEC

Worm period:

600 sec

Right Ascension worm wheel:

D=88 mm, 144 teeth, aluminum

Declination worm wheel:

D=88 mm, 144 teeth, aluminum

Right Ascension axis shaft:

D=35 mm, steel

Declination axis shaft:

D=35 mm, steel

Right Ascension bearing:

D=55 mm ball bearing

Declination bearing:

D=55 mm ball bearing

Worm gears:

D=15.2 mm, brass

Motor drive:

1.8° stepper motor, 128X microdivision

Resolution:

0.17 arc seconds