Ioptron iEQ45 GPS "GoTo "German Equatorial mount

The iEQ45 is the first in a new breed of premium astro-imaging mounts from iOptron.

The iEQ45 offers the next generation GoTo technology from iOptron —not to mention built-in 32-bit GPS. With a payload of 20 Kg balanced – 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 11Kg) makes it much easier to carry

Specifications:

* Specialized astrophotography mount ideal for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers
* Payload: 20 Kg
* Mount weight: 11 Kg
* 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
* 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
#8406 controller with Advanced GoToNovaTM * GoTo Technology and heating mechanism
* Lowest working temperature: -20oC
* RS232 port for mount firmware upgrade and ASCOM control
* RS485 new command set completely open for user-defined control of the mount
* Resolution: 0.09 arc second
* Fits with both Vixen and Losmandy-type mounting plates
* 2 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod legs
* Calibrated polar scope with dark-field illumination and easy polar alignment procedure, allowing for fast and accurate polar alignment
* Comes standard with: 2 x 5kg counterweight, * AC adaptor, 12V DC car plug adaptor, USB cable and RS232 Cable