Innovative iOptron Technology

Make way for an innovative mount! This mount 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.

This iOptron CEM40G mount has a dual saddle that 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, 11lbs 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 40 lbs (18 kg) with the mount weight of only 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg)
• All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized
• Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
• Integrated iPolar^TM 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
• 6" Losmandy D & Vixen dual dovetail saddle
• Standard 1.5 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (5kg)
• Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer

Others:

• Mount: Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount
• Max payload: 40 lb (18 kg), exclude counterweight
• Mount weight: 17.4 lb (7.9 kg)
• Payload/Mount weight: 2.28
• Structure Material: All metal, CNC machined
• Exterior Finish: Anodized red/black
• Latitude adjustment range: 0º ~ 60º(special CW shaft mounting if <10° )
• Azimuth adjustment range: ± 6º
• Tracking accuracy (PE): <±7 arcsec
• PEC:  PPEC
• Period: 400 sec
• Worm diameter: Φ17mm, Brass
• Right Ascension worm wheel: Φ110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
• Declination worm wheel: Φ110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash
• Right Ascension axis shaft: Φ45mm steel
• Declination axis shaft: Φ45mm steel
• Right Ascension bearings: Φ68mm
• Declination bearings: Φ68mm
• Counterweight shaft: Φ28x280 mm SS 1.2 KG
• Counterweight: 5KG (11lb)
• Motor: Precision stepper motor, 1.8º/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 (5.5mm/ 2.5mm plug)
• AC adapter: 100V ~ 240V (included, for indoor use only)
• 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: 6" Losmandy D & Vixen
• Max slew speed: 4.5°/sec (1080x)
• Guiding port: ST-4
• Communication port: USB
• GPS: Yes
• WiFi: External (optional)
• Cable Management: DC12V (3A), ST4,USB
• Tripod: 1.5" Stainless Steel(5kg), optional 2" or tri-pier
• Hard case: Optional
• Operation temperature: -10ºC ~ 40ºC