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iOptron iEQ45 PRO Dual EQ/AZ

We have available quality German Equatorial mounts for both visual and precision CCD imaging with GOTO capability. These mounts can support a variety of payloads and provide a rock solid platform for your telescope.

 

 

 

 

Specifications

Mount

German Equatorial/Alt-azimuth Mount

Payload

45 lbs (20kg) for EQ, 55 lbs (25kg)+33lbs(15kg) for AA

Mount weight

25 lb (11.4kg)

Payload/Mount weight

1.75

Right Ascension worm wheel

Φ130mm, 256 teeth aluminum

Declination worm wheel

Φ116mm, 228 teeth aluminum

Right Ascension axis shaft

Φ50mm steel

Declination axis shaft

Φ40mm steel

Right Ascension bearing

Φ80mm ball bearing

Declination bearing

Φ68mm ball bearing

R.A. and DEC worm

Φ17mm brass

Motor drive

128X microstep stepper motor

Resolution

0.09 arc seconds

Transmission

Synchronous belt/Gear

Latitude adjustment range

5º ~ 70º

Azimuth adjustment range

± 6º

GPS

Built-in 32-channel GPS

Polar Scope

AccuAlignTM G2 with dark field illumination

Level indicator

Precision bubble

Hand Controller

Go2Nova® 8407+with 358,000 objects database

PEC

Permanent PEC

Tracking

Automatic

Speed

1×,2×,8×,16×,64×,128×,256×,512×,MAX(1400X)

Counterweight bar

Φ28mm stainless steel

Counterweight

11 lb (5kg) X 2 (included)

Tripod

2” Stainless Steel (16.5lb or 7.5kg)

Dovetail

6" VIXEN/LOSMANDY-D dual saddle

Power consumption

0.45A(Tracking),0.75A(GOTO)

Power requirement

12V DC(10 ~ 14V), 2Amp

AC adapter

100V ~ 240V (included)

Serial port

Yes (RJ9 on both mount and hand controller)

Autoguide port

Yes

Firmware upgrade

Yes

PC computer control

Yes (ASCOM)

Operation temperature

-20ºC ~ 40ºC

Warranty

Two Year Limited

 

iOptron iEQ45 PRO Dual EQ/AZ

The new iEQ45 Pro-AZ GOTO German equatorial mount is the next generation premium astro-imaging mounts from iOptron. We've made a few changes on the iEQ45 including:

  • Stepper motor (instead of servo)

  • Higher gear ratio for even smoother tracking

A number of visual changes (plugs moved to sides, motor covers are singular piece, and more) The iEQ45 Pro-AZ mount offers the next generation GoTo technology from iOptron --not to mention built-in 32-bit GPS. With a payload of 45 lbs for EQ mode and 90 lbs for AZ mode (dual mounting) -- it comes standard with a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope and a sturdy 2-inch stainless steel tripod. It also fits both Vixen and Losmandy-type mounting plates. Its lighter weight (only 25 lbs.) makes it much easier to carry.

Other Features still included:

  • Losmandy/Vixen dual saddle

  • AccuAlignTM Polar Scope

  • 2" heavy duty stainless steel tripod with die-caste metal tripod spreader/tray

Features

  • Specialized astrophotography mount ideal for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers

  • Payload: 45 lbs

  • Mount weight: 25 lbs

  • Portable, compact, and sturdy German equatorial mount with the highest Payload/Mount ratio (1.7) in the category

  • ST-4 autoguiding port capable of reverse guiding with auto-protection

  • Permanent periodic error correction (PEC)

  • Ultra-accurate tracking with temperature compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO)

  • Gap-free structure for both R.A. and declination worms

  • Built-in 32-channel GPS

  • Hand controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GoTo Technology and heating mechanism

  • Lowest working temperature: -20oC

  • RS232 port for mount firmware upgrade and ASCOM control

  • Resolution: 0.09 arc second

  • Spring loaded dual size dovetail saddle for both Vixen and Losmandy-type mounting plates

  • 2 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod legs (16.5 lbs)

  • Die cast metal tripod spreader with accessory tray

  • Optional 42-inch (#8033),48-inch (#8030) pier or Tri-pier (#8034) available.

  • AccuAlignTM polar scope with dark-field illumination and Quick Polar Alignment procedure, allowing for fast and accurate polar alignment

  • Optional foam-fitted sturdy hard case for storage and travel available (#8080)

  • Comes standard with: 2 x 5kg counterweight, AC adaptor, 12V DC car plug adaptor and RS232-RJ9 cable

 

Available models

iOptron iEQ45 PRO Dual EQ/AZ with Tri-Pier and rolling case

iOptron iEQ45 PRO Dual EQ/AZ with Tri-Pier

iOptron iEQ45 PRO Dual EQ/AZ with 2" tripod

 

Authorised Australian Dealers for:

AstroZap, Explore Scientific, Kokusai Kohki, iOptron, Lumicon, Saxon, Telrad, Thousand Oaks, The Imaging Source, University Optics, William Optics