The iOptron® CEM40 mount is the next generation of center-balanced equatorial mounts. This mount is incredibly eye-pleasing, and its beauty is found in more than its appearance. The functionality of the mount is superb. Weighing in at only 15.8lbs., this mount can support a payload of up to 40lbs.! That's incredible!
This mount also has an integrated electronic polar finder scope known as the iPolar. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole star is obscured. There are large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system; these large levers make it easy to snap the gears into place.
Innovative iOptron Technology
Make way for an innovative mount! This iOptron CEM40 mount uses iOptron's patent-pending Universal Self-Centering Saddle (USCS). This saddle accommodates Losmandy and Vixen-style dovetail plates. The CEM40 also uses iOptron's ultra-quiet, low-power consumption stepper motor drive system, aiding the mount in providing precise tracking.
Computerized Mount Features
The iOptron CEM40 mount uses the Go2Nova® 8407 hand controller to navigate the night sky. This incredible technology helps observers find celestial objects with the aid of the mount's 212,000+ object database! For those looking for a telescope that has the capability of tracking and finding beautiful night sky objects, this mount is a must have tool.
With the included tripod, 10-pound counterweight, and the mount's computerized technology, observers are just an OTA away from a spectacular viewing experience!
Features
- Unique design, Center-Balanced equatorial mount (CEM) for maximum payload and minimum mount weight
- Idea for both visual observation and astrophotography
- Maximum payload of 18kg (40 lbs) with the mount weight of only 7.2kg (15.8 lbs)
- All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodizing
- Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
- Integrated iPolar™ electronic polar finder
- Low periodic error (< ± 7 arc seconds)
- Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
- Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
- Go2Nova® 8407+ controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology with built-in heater
- Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
- 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
- USB communication port
- Cable management system
- New, patent-pending iOptron universal saddle
- Standard 2" heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (8kg)
- Optional hard case
- Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer
Specifications
- Mount: Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount
- Max payload*: 18kg (40 lb), exclude counterweight
- Mount weight: 7.2kg (15.8 lb)
- Payload:Mount weight ratio: 2.5:1
- 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)**:
- PEC: PPEC
- Period: 400 sec
- Worm diameter: 17mm diameter, Brass
- Right Ascension worm wheel: 110mm diameter, 216 teeth, zero backlash
- Declination worm wheel: 110mm diameter, 216 teeth, zero backlash
- Right Ascension axis shaft: 45mm diameter steel
- Declination axis shaft: 45mm diameter steel
- Right Ascension bearings: 68mm diameter
- Declination bearings: 68mm diameter
- Counterweight shaft: 20mm diameter X 410mm, Stainless Steel (1 kg)
- Counterweight: 4.5kg (10lbs) X1
- Motor: Precision stepper motor, 1.8°/128X micro-step
- Motor resolution: 0.08 arcsec (200 PPS)
- Transmission: Synchronous belt
- Hand Controller: Go2Nova® 8407+, 8 line 21 character LCD
- Star Database: 212,000+, star identification
- Power: DC 12V, 5A
- AC adapter: 100V ~ 240V (included)
- Power consumption: 0.6A (Tracking), 0.9A (GOTO)
- Power-down memory: Yes
- Polar scope: Internal iPolar TM electronic 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)
- Guiding port: ST-4
- Communication port: USB
- GPS: Yes
- WiFi: External (optional)
- Cable Management: DC12V, ST4,USB
- Tripod: 2" Stainless Steel (8kg), optional 2" or tri-pier
- Hard case: Optional
- Operation temperature: -10ºC ~ 40ºC
- Warranty: Two year limited
* OTA size and length dependent.
** Measured with encoder, 400 seconds.
