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iOptron HEM15 without iPolar

Name: iOptron HEM15 without iPolar
Brand: iOptron
SKU: H152
Price: 1927.99 CAD
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iOptronSKU: H152

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Specifications

Introducing the HEM15, the latest addition to iOptron’s revolutionary hybrid strain wave drive mounts. This light weight tiny titans will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. With a mount head weighing 5.5lbs, it can carry an 18 lbs payload without needing a counterweight. Applying iOptron’s multi-decade experience creating precision mounts, the HEM15 brings this vision to reality.

Utilizing state of the art strain wave drive technology for the RA movement in tandem with backlash-free DEC worm/belt drive design, the HEM15 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 such as an electronic friction break and power down memory allow the mount safely stop and resume a GoTo slew or continue tracking even after an abrupt power loss (No need to realign and start from the beginning).

A HEM15 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.

Mount	Hybrid Equatorial Mount
RA gear system	StrainWave 14
DEC gear system	Backlash-free worm/belt system
RA reduction ratio	360
Payload w/o CW *	18 lbs (8.17 kg)
Mount weight	5.5 lbs (2.5kg) with dovetail saddle
Period	360 second
Drive motor	Stepper motor
Structure Material	All metal, CNC machined
Exterior finish	Anodized black
PEC	Yes, Permanent PEC
Latitude adjustment range	15º ~ 65º
Azimuth adjustment range	± 5º
Polar Scope	none
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	0.5A(Tracking), 0.8A(GOTO)
Power requiremention	DC12V-5A (5.5/2.5mm DC plug)
AC adapter	100V ~ 240V (included, indoor use only)
Cable	No moving/wrapping
Power off brake	Electronic friction brake
Power-down memory	Yes
Wi-Fi	Built-in
Communication port	Yes (Wi-Fi and USB)
Autoguide port	Yes (ST-4 compatible)
Firmware upgrade	Yes
Dovetail saddle	Vixen
Tripod	Optional
Operation temperature	-20ºC ~ 40ºC (hand controller -10ºC ~ 40ºC)
Warranty	Two year limited

* 200mm, with payload center of gravity to the RA rotation axis. Or an OTA size of ~220mm.

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iOptron HEM15 without iPolar