Lycan Equatorial Mount with High Resolution Encoder - JTW Astronomy

Introducing the JTW Lycan, our next generation backlash-free Gear driven mount. This is a modern spin on a traditional system that yields a high payload for a modest price. The scoring system is relative to other mounts in our new modular range.

With only 15Kg head weight this mount have a 50Kg payload!

Mount currently in production are 1st batch at promotional price Pre-orders are made on request for validation purposes, the promotion being made only on the 1st batch

Features

• 50 kg Payload*
• 15 kg Mount head weight
• Full aerospace aluminium construction
• Backlash-free gear drive
• 5.0° per second slew rate
• 0.04" Drive resolution
• 0.02" Resolution absolute encoders, both axes
• Guiding not required
• Losmandy/Vixen saddle with no-mark clamping
• Internal mount wiring
• Through-mount cable conduit
• Soft and hard overtravel limits
• Tool-free operation
• Fine polar alignment system
• 15° to 75° latitude range
• 90° Alt-Az mode
• WiFi, Ethernet and USB connectivity
• Dimmable red work light
• GPS
• Removable magnetic bracket for digital polar scopes
• Adapter system to fit most tripods