GEM45EC
iOptron
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The iOptron GEM45EC is a compact German equatorial GoTo mount delivering sub-arcsecond tracking accuracy through high-resolution RA encoders and real-time periodic error correction (RPEC), making it ideal for long-exposure astrophotography and visual observing. Weighing just 17.5 lbs while supporting 45 lbs of payload, this mount offers exceptional portability without compromising stability, featuring an integrated iPolar electronic polar finder, stepper motor drive system, and access to a 212,000+ object database via the Go2Nova 8407+ hand controller.
Specifications
| RA Worm Teeth | 216 |
| Power Input Voltage | 12 V |
| Tracking Current | 0.6 A |
| Max Slew Speed | 4.5° |
| RA Axis Diameter | 45 mm |
| Celestial Object Database | 212000 |
| Tracking Accuracy | 0.25′ |
| GoTo Current | 0.9 A |
| DEC Axis Diameter | 45 mm |
| Tripod Leg Diameter | 1.75 in |
| Counterweight | 11 kg |
| DEC Worm Wheel | 110 mm |
| Counterweight Shaft Diameter | 28 mm |
| Polar Alignment | iPolar Electronic Polar Finder |
| Hand Controller | Go2Nova 8407+ |
| Dovetail Compatibility | Losmandy and Vixen |
| RA Bearing Diameter | 68 mm |
| RA Worm Wheel | 110 mm |
| Mount Weight | 17.5 lb |
| Power Input Current | 5 A |
| DEC Worm Teeth | 216 |
| Mount type | German Equatorial GoTo |
| Payload Capacity | 45 lb |
| DEC Bearing Diameter | 68 mm |
| Motor Type | Stepper Motor |