Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.
iOptron Mount GEM28 GoTo LiteRoc
The GEM28 inherits the tradition of its predecessors, prioritizing portability with its mere 10 lbs weight while boasting a remarkable 2.8 mount weight to payload ratio, supporting up to 28 lbs of payload. Drawing on the design methodologies refined in our CEM mount family, we've crafted the German EQ versions to cater to traditional mount enthusiasts and function seamlessly at higher latitudes.
1510.42 $ net price (non-EU countries)
Anatolii Livashevskyi
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Description
The GEM28 inherits the tradition of its predecessors, prioritizing portability with its mere 10 lbs weight while boasting a remarkable 2.8 mount weight to payload ratio, supporting up to 28 lbs of payload. Drawing on the design methodologies refined in our CEM mount family, we've crafted the German EQ versions to cater to traditional mount enthusiasts and function seamlessly at higher latitudes.
Expanding on the foundation of earlier GEM models, we've integrated features for enhanced convenience and functionality. These include a user-friendly positive lock gear engagement system, operable even with gloves on, along with built-in Wi-Fi for unparalleled connectivity. Moreover, it offers recordable permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) for precise tracking and optimal PEC training sessions. Functionally, the GEM28 ensures accurate pointing and tracking, setting a new benchmark for compact German equatorial goto mounts.
Equipped with advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO technology, the GEM28 stands as one of the most powerful and precise GOTO mounts available. Its extensive 212,000 object library ensures a plethora of targets for observation or imaging. The intuitive Go2Nova® Hand Controller, featuring a large 4-line LCD screen, simplifies telescope setup and object location.
Key advantages include:
- German equatorial design with a latitude range of 10° to 70°
- Suitable for both visual observation and astrophotography
- Low periodic error (< ± 10 arc seconds)
- Payload capacity of 12.7 kg (28 lbs) with a mount-only weight of 4.5 kg (10 lbs)
- CNC machined and cast metal body
- Spring-loaded gear system with large, easy-to-use quick-lock gear clutches
- Stepper motor with low power consumption
- Belt transmission for enhanced performance
- AccuAlignTM calibrated polar scope
- Go2Nova® hand controller with advanced GoTo Technology
- Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
- Built-in WiFi and USB port for firmware upgrades and computer control
- Die-cast metal tripod spreader with accessory tray
- Optional hard carrying case
- Optional 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Optional iGuiderTM autoguiding system
SPECIFICATIONS:
Capacity:
Designation: GEM
Max. additional load capacity: 12.7 kg
Polar elevation setting: 10°-70°
Motor speeds: 1, 2, 8, 16, 64, 128, 256, 512
Position precision: +/-6
Precision of tracking: 0.17
Material:
Worm gear: Aluminium
Worm wheel: Brass
Worm gear teeth (RA): 144 (Aluminium)
Counterweight(s): 1 (4.5kg)
Material of counterweights: Steel
Diameter of counterweight bar: 20 mm
Software and Interface:
Go2Nova
Display screen: 2.17 x 0.8 (LCD display with backlight)
Database: 212,000
Connection manual controller: USB & ST4 cable
Interfaces: ST-4, HBX, USB, DEC
Cable-guide: internal
Operating Conditions:
Operating temperature: -10 to +40 °C
Power supply: 12V DC, 5A
Power consumption in open circuit: 0.9 mA
Special Features:
Polar axis scale: Yes
Fitting for prism rail: Yes (Vixen)
PEC correction: Yes (permanent)
GoTo system: Yes
GPS- (optional)
Controllable via PC: Yes
Updateable via web: Yes
Accessory tray: Yes
Equipment:
Transport cases: Yes
Pole finder: Yes
Power pack: Yes
Cable: USB
Tripod:
Tripod material: Stainless steel
Tripod weight: 7 kg
General:
Colour: Black-red
Total weight: 22 kg
Series: GEM
GoTo control: WiFi
Alignment method: 3-Star Alignment, 2-Star Alignment, 1-Star Alignment
Autoguiding: Yes
PEC correction: Yes
Tracking speeds: Sidereal, solar, and lunar
Polar Alignment: Easy Polar Alignment
Data sheet
Official permits of the Ministry of Development and Technology
Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.