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CEM70EC-NUC Center Balance Equatorial Mount w Encoders NUC Ready

iOptron

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The iOptron CEM70EC-NUC is a center-balanced equatorial mount designed for serious astrophotographers and visual observers who require high payload capacity with portability. Featuring a unique center-balanced design with a 70-pound payload capacity yet weighing only 30 pounds, this GoTo mount offers exceptional stability and precise tracking with real-time Periodic Error Correction (RPEC) via high-resolution RA encoders. Built-in iPolar electronic polar scope technology and integrated cable management system work seamlessly with Intel NUC mini computers, making it ideal for fully-automated remote observing setups or portable field imaging rigs. The mount includes the Go2Nova 8407+ hand controller with a database of over 200,000 objects and ships with a protective hard case.

Specifications

Payload Capacity 70 lb
Encoders High-resolution RA encoder for RPEC
Dec Worm Wheel Diameter 151 mm
Pointing Accuracy 0.07′
RA Bearing Diameter 80 mm
Counterweight Provided 21 lb
Worm Diameter 21.2 mm
RA Axle Diameter 55 mm
Counterweight Shaft Length 415 mm
RA Worm Wheel Diameter 151 mm
Worm Period 348 s
Tracking Accuracy (PE rms) 3.5″
Dec Axle Diameter 55 mm
Mount Weight 30 lb
Hand Controller Go2Nova 8407+ with 200,000+ object database
Power Draw Slewing 1.1 A
Periodic Error (by encoder) 0.3″
Features iPolar electronic polar scope, Park & Zero position, Meridian flip, Built-in 32-channel GPS, Real-time PEC (RPEC), Dual-fit 8 inch Vixen & Losmandy dovetail saddle
Included Accessories 21 lb counterweight, counterweight shaft, iPolar electronic polar scope, Go2Nova 8407+ hand controller, hard protective case
RA Worm Wheel Teeth 248
Stepper Motor 1.8-degree with 128 micro-steps
Maximum Slew Speed 3.75°
Latitude Adjustment Range
Power Draw Tracking 0.6 A
Mount type Center-Balanced Equatorial (German Equatorial)
NUC Computer Compatibility Intel NUC (thickness ≤38mm)
Power Supply 12 V
Dec Worm Wheel Teeth 248
DEC Bearing Diameter 80 mm
Counterweight Shaft Diameter 28 mm
Azimuth Adjustment Range

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