AM5N
ZWO
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The ZWO AM5N is a revolutionary harmonic drive equatorial mount designed for portable astrophotography and visual astronomy. Featuring strain wave gears with zero backlash, the AM5N eliminates the need for counterweights while supporting payloads up to 15 kg without them or 20 kg with optional counterweights. With improved periodic error of ±10 arcseconds, Bluetooth/WiFi connectivity, and dual equatorial/alt-azimuth modes, this ultra-lightweight mount (5.5 kg) delivers professional-grade tracking accuracy in a travel-friendly package compatible with ASCOM, INDI, and ZWO's ASIAIR system.
Specifications
| Gear System | Harmonic Drive Strain Wave |
| Payload Capacity With Counterweight | 44 kg |
| Maximum Torque Output | 30 W |
| Payload Capacity Without Counterweight | 33 kg |
| Periodic Error | 10″ |
| Power Consumption Heavy Load Mode | 1.7 A |
| Maximum Counterweight | 5 kg |
| Operating Voltage | 12 V |
| Mount type | Equatorial/Alt-Azimuth Dual Mode |
| Reduction Ratio | 300 |
| Power Consumption Tracking | 0.7 A |
| Control Options | Hand Controller, ZWO StarGazing App, ASCOM, INDI, ASIAIR Compatible |
| Mount Head Weight | 12.1 kg |
| Latitude Range | 0° |
| Power Consumption GoTo/Slewing | 0.9 A |
| Power Failure Protection | ✓ |
| Power Consumption Standby | 0.4 A |
| Connectivity | WiFi, Bluetooth, USB-C, USB 2.0, ST-4 Autoguide Port |
| DovetailType | Vixen and Losmandy Compatible |