iOptron CEM40 Center Balanced GoTo Equatorial Mount With 1.5" Tripod

Introducing the CEM40 next-generation, center-balance equatorial mounts. The CNC body looks sharp however its beauty is more than skin deep. The head weighs in at only 15.8 lbs. yet can support a payload of up to 40 lbs. An integrated electronic polar finder scope (iPolar) ensures accurate alignment even at times when the pole star is obscured.  Large levers on its quick-lock drive engagement system make it easy to snap its gears into place even when wearing gloves. There's little chance of your cables getting snagged with the CEM40's internal cable management system.  The CEM40  incorporates iOptron's new, patent- pending Universal Self-Centering Saddle (USCS) it accommodates Losmandy and Vixen style dovetail plates. The CEM40 utilizes their ultra-quiet low power consumption stepper motor drive systems. Other features such as onboard GPS, 359,000+ object library with star identification make this an extremely portable and capable mount a sure winner.   • Unique design, center-balanced equatorial mount (CEM) • Ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography • Large easy to use quick-lock gear clutches • Integrated iPolar™ electronic polar finder • Max payload of 40 lbs (18 kg) with the mount weight of only 15.8 lbs (7.2 kg) • Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking • Go2Nova® 8407+ controller with advanced GOTONOVA ® GOTO technology with built in heater • Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) on the CEM40 or real time PEC (RPEC) for the CEM40EC • Built-in 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS) • Integrated ST-4 auto guiding port • Advanced cable management system with more choices • New, patent-pending iOptron universal self centering saddle • WiFi with optional external adapter • CNC machined metal body • Includes tripod, optional Tri-Pier availible Tech Details: Manufacture iOptron Model CEM40/CEM40EC Mount Type (CEM) Payload (excl. CW) 18 kg (40 lbs), exclude counterweight Mount Weight 7.2 kg (15.8 lbs) Payload/Mount Weight 2.5 Structure Material All metal, CNC machined Exterior Finish Anodized red/black Latitude Adjustment Range 0～60° (special CW shaft mounting if < 10° ) Azimuth Adjustment Range ±6° Tracking Accuracy (PE) < ±7 arcsec / < 0.25 arcsec RMS (EC) Period 400 sec Worm diameter 17 mm Right Ascension Worm Wheel 216 teeth, Ø110 mm, zero backlash Declination Worm Wheel 216 teeth, Ø110 mm, zero backlash Right Ascension Axle Ø45 mm, steel Declination Axle Ø45 mm, steel Right Ascension Bearings Ø68 mm Declination Bearings Ø68 mm Counterweight Shaft Ø20 x 410 mm (SS, 1 kg) Counterweight 4.5 kg (10 lbs) x1 Mounting Base Diameter Ø125mm Motor precision stepper motor, 1.8°/128 micor-step Motor Resolution 0.08 arcsec (200 PPS) Hand Controller Go2Nova 8407+; 8 line 21 character LCD Star Database 359,000+, star identification Power DC 12V, 5A Power Consumption 0.6A (tracking), 0.9A (GOTO) Polar Scope Internal iPolar eletronic polar scope Meridian treatment Stop (0-10° pass), flip Zero position Automatic zero search Dovetail saddle iOptron Universal saddle, 5" Max slew speed 4.5°/sec (1080x) PEC PPEC/Real time PEC (CEM40EC) Guiding Port ST-4 Communication Port USB GPS YES WIFI External (optional) Cable Management DC12V (3A), ST4,USB Tripod 1.5" (none, 2", or tripier optional) Hard case CEM40EC standard, CEM40 optional