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CEM40EC in Case with LiteRock Tripod

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Product Overview


The iOptron® CEM40EC mount is the next generation of center-balanced equatorial mounts. This mount is incredibly eye-pleasing, and its beauty is found in more than its appearance. The functionality of the mount is superb. Weighing in at only 15.8lbs., this mount can support a payload of up to 40lbs.! That's incredible!

This mount also has an integrated electronic polar finder scope known as the iPolar. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole star is obscured. There are large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system; these large levers make it easy to snap the gears into place.

Innovative iOptron Technology
Make way for an innovative mount! This iOptron CEM40EC mount uses iOptron's patent-pending Universal Self-Centering Saddle (USCS). This saddle accommodates Losmandy and Vixen-style dovetail plates. The CEM40EC also uses iOptron's ultra-quiet, low-power consumption stepper motor drive system, aiding the mount in providing precise tracking.

Computerized Mount Features
The iOptron CEM40EC mount uses the Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller to navigate the night sky. This incredible technology helps observers find celestial objects with the aid of the mount's 212,000+ object database! For those looking for a telescope that has the capability of tracking and finding beautiful night sky objects, this mount is a must have tool.

With the included tripod, 10lbs. counterweight, and the mount's computerized technology, observers are just an OTA away from a spectacular viewing experience!

Features
  • Unique design, Center-Balanced equatorial mount (CEM) for maximum payload and minimum mount weight
  • Idea for both visual observation and astrophotography
  • Maximum payload of 40 lbs (18 kg) with the mount weight of only 15.8 lbs (7.2 kg)
  • All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized
  • Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
  • Integrated iPolarTM electronic polar finder
  • Low periodic error ( PE< 0.25 arc seconds RMS)
  • Real-time periodic error correction with high resolution encoder (RPEC)
  • Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
  • Go2Nova® 8407+ controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology with built-in heater
  • Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
  • 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
  • USB communication port
  • Cable management system
  • New, patent-pending iOptron universal saddle
  • Standard 2 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (8kg)
  • Hard case included
  • Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer

Specifications

MountCenter-Balanced Equatorial Mount
Max payload*40 lb (18 kg), exclude counterweight
Mount weight15.8 lb (7.2 kg)
Payload/Mount weight2.5
Structure MaterialAll metal, CNC machined
Exterior FinishAnodized red/black
Latitude adjustment range0º ~ 60º(special CW shaft mounting if <10° )
Azimuth adjustment range± 6º
Tracking accuracy (PE)**<0.25 arcsec rms
PECReal-time PEC (RPEC)
Period400 sec
Worm diameterF17mm, Brass
Right Ascension worm wheelF110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
Declination worm wheelF110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
Right Ascension axis shaftF45mm steel
Declination axis shaftF45mm steel
Right Ascension bearingsF68mm
Declination bearingsF68mm
Counterweight shaftF20X410 mm, Stainless Steel (1 kg)
Counterweight10lbs (4.5kg)X1
MotorPrecision stepper motor, 1.8º/128X micro-step
Motor resolution0.08 arcsec (200 PPS)
TransmissionSynchronous belt
Hand ControllerGo2Nova® 8407+, 8 line 21 character LCD
Star Database212,000+, star identification
PowerDC 12V, 5A
AC adapter100V ~ 240V (included)
Power consumption0.6A(Tracking), 0.9A(GOTO)
Power-down memoryYes
Polar scopeInternal iPolar TM electronic polar scope
Meridian treatmentStop (0-10° pass), flip
Zero positionAutomatic zero search
Dovetail saddleiOptron Universal Saddle, 5"
Max slew speed4.5°/sec (1080x)
Guiding portST-4
Communication portUSB
GPSYes
WiFiExternal (optional)
Cable ManagementDC12V (3A), ST4,USB
Tripod2" Stainless Steel(8kg), optional tri-pier
Hard caseIncluded
Operation temperature-10ºC ~ 40ºC
WarrantyTwo year limited

* OTA size and length dependent
** Measured with encoder, 400 seconds

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