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Description
Specifications

ZWO AM5N Mount

Improved for 2024:

New USB-C & DC 12v output ports on the mount saddle for improved cable management
New Bluetooth compatibility for improved connectivity
New base design eliminates azimuth locking knobs
Improved tracking with higher load angles & heavier payloads
Periodic error reduced from ±20 down to ±10 arcseconds

Features

*Note: The recommended operating voltage for the ZWO Harmonic Equatorial Mount is 12V. When the actual input voltage is below 10.8V, the mount will emit a beeping alarm to indicate under-voltage condition. To ensure proper functioning of the equipment, we recommend using the official ZWO power adapter and an appropriately sized power cable.

ZWO AM5N Specifications:

Mount type: Strain wave gear equatorial mount
Operating modes: Equatorial mode & Alt-azimuth
Load capacity: 32 lbs (15 kg) without counterweight, 44 lbs (20 kg) with counterweight
Counterweight limit: 11 lbs (5kg) maximum, excluding counterweight shaft
Mount Head Weight: 12 lbs (5.5 kg)
Latitude adjustment range: Full 0° to 90°
Azimuth angle adjustment range: ±6°
Periodic error: Less than ±10 arcseconds
Periodic error duration: 288 seconds
Autoguiding accuracy: 0.5 to 0.8 arcseconds
Drive: Strain wave gear + Synchronous belt (Reduction ratio: 300:1)
Drive (RA): Stepper motor + Model No. 17 (Reduction ratio: 100:1) + Brake
Drive (DEC): Stepper motor + Model No. 17 (Reduction ratio: 100:1)
Stepper motor resolution: 0.17"
Dovetail: Losmandy & Vixen
Tripod Connection: Standard 3/8" thread
Interface thread of counterweight shaft: M12 x 1.75 coarse
Max slew speed: 6° per second
Slew rates: 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 20x, 60x, 720x, 1440x
Power consumption: 12V / 0.386a (Standby), 12V / 0.58a (Tracking), 12V / 1.5a (Slewing)
Guide port: ST-4
Communication interface: USB/WiFi
Software Support: ASCOM/INDI/SkySafari
Zero position: Mechanical
Operating temperature: -20°C to 40°C
Power failure protection: Yes, built in gear brake
Power input port: 12v DC 5.5x2.1mm (12V-3A)
Power consumption: 12V / 0.386a (Standby), 12V / 0.58a (Tracking), 12V / 1.5a (Slewing)
Power requirements: 12v (11v - 15v), 3 amp power supply

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