iOptron Mount GEM45-EC GoTo LiteRoc

Product description:

Innovative ideas applied to a time tested design, the iOptron® GEM45 next generation German equatorial mounts. A sharp looking CNC body is the first indicator the GEM45 is a top quality mount in both form and function.

Utilizing experiences gained during development of the CEM series, iOptron were able to remove unnecessary bulk giving the GEM45 an incredible 2.8 payload to mount weight ratio. This compact 15.8lb mount can precisely GOTO an object and track with up to 45lbs of gear onboard.

With its integrated electronic polar scope (iPolar), polar alignment is a snap, even when the pole star is obscured.

Large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system make it easy to snap its drive gears into place even when wearing gloves. There is little chance of your cables getting snagged with the GEM45's internal advanced cable management system.

A new, patent pending Universal Self-Centering Saddle (USCS) accommodates Losmandy and Vixen style dovetail plates.

GEM45 mounts utilize reliable stepper motor drive systems with low power consumption technology.

A 212,000+ object library with star identification, GPS, optional Wi-Fi (requires iStarFi adapter) are a few of the desirable features standard on a GEM45 mount.

The mount comes with the LiteRoc 1.75" tripod delivers rock solid stability in a lighter, more compact package. It also has improved leg cuffs and sockets for more rigidity and redesigned leg lock levers.

With or without encoder: The mount is available in two versions, both of which track your optics precisely in the night sky. The variant with high-resolution encoders (EC) on both axes achieves an accuracy of less than 0.25 angular seconds and corrects the periodic screw error in real time! As a result, guiding is no longer necessary in astrophotography.