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Product no.: 63789

Mount GEM45 GoTo LiteRoc with Hardcase

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Product description

Innovative ideas applied to a time tested design, the iOptron® GEM45 next generation German equatorial mounts. A sharp looking CNC body is the first indicator the GEM45 is a top quality mount in both form and function.

  • Utilizing experiences gained during development of the CEM series, iOptron were able to remove unnecessary bulk giving the GEM45 an incredible 2.8 payload to mount weight ratio. This compact 15.8lb mount can precisely GOTO an object and track with up to 45lbs of gear onboard.
  • With its integrated electronic polar scope (iPolar), polar alignment is a snap, even when the pole star is obscured.
  • Large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system make it easy to snap its drive gears into place even when wearing gloves. There is little chance of your cables getting snagged with the GEM45's internal advanced cable management system.
  • A new, patent pending Universal Self-Centering Saddle (USCS) accommodates Losmandy and Vixen style dovetail plates.
  • GEM45 mounts utilize reliable stepper motor drive systems with low power consumption technology.
  • A 212,000+ object library with star identification, GPS, optional Wi-Fi (requires iStarFi adapter) are a few of the desirable features standard on a GEM45 mount.

The iOptron LiteRoc tripod is a newly developed tripod which is as light as possible but as sturdy as necessary. It, therefore, fits in well with other transportable mounts for mobile observers and astrophotographers. The LiteRoc tripod has a sturdier socket for its extending tripod legs and a larger locking lever compared to its predecessor. The upper tripod legs have a diameter of 45mm (1.75”) and the lower section, one of 38mm (1.5”). This makes the extending legs just as strong as the legs on the earlier 2” tripod. Due to the upper part’s narrower design, the LiteRoc is lighter.

Our expert comment:

The GEM45’s exact colour can vary from dark red (burgundy) to pale reddish purple depending on the production period. However, these are fine, subtle nuances which are barely visible. In 90% of cases, the GEM45 is crimson like in the product photos!

(Jan Ströher)

Specifications

Capacity


Max. additional load capacity (kg)
20
Counterweight(s) (piece)
1 (5kg)
Interfaces
USB
Language
English
Polar elevation setting (°)
14 - 68
Mounting saddle
Losmandy & Vixen
DEC ball bearings diameter (mm)
68
RA ball bearings diameter (mm)
68
DEC worm gear diameter (mm)
110
RA worm gear diameter (mm)
110
Worm gear teeth (DEC) (piece)
216
Worm gear teeth (RA) (piece)
216
DEC worm shaft diameter (mm)
17
RA worm shaft diameter (mm)
17
RA axis diameter (mm)
45
DEC axis diameter (mm)
45
Diameter of counterweight bar (mm)
28
Material of worm gear
Brass
Material of worm wheel
Aluminium
Long counterweight rod (mm)
280
Weight mount head only (kg)
7,2
Slow-motion azimuth adjustment (°)
+/- 6
Input voltage
12
Amperage (A)
5
Motor type
Stepper motors (1.8°/128 micro-steps)
Cable-guide
internal
Drive type
Worm wheel

Special features


GoTo system
yes
Handcontroller
yes
Level
yes

Equipment


Tripod
Tripod
Transport cases
yes
Pole finder
yes

Tripod


Tripod leg diameter (mm)
45
Tripod material
Steel

General


Series
GEM45
Type
Mount
Type of build
Equatorial

GoTo control


Precision
+/- 7
GPS
yes
WIFI
optional
PEC correction
yes
Polar Alignment
iPolar
GoTo Language
English
Software
Go2Nova 8407
Autoguiding
yes
Interfaces
Autoguider, USB
Database
212.000

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iOptron Mount GEM45 GoTo LiteRoc with Hardcase
iOptron Mount GEM45 GoTo LiteRoc with Hardcase

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