HAZ71 Alt-Az Strain Wave Mount
Category: Mounts
Description
Our latest exciting new Alt-Az strain wave gear mounts, HAZ71 joins the into iOptron SWG mount family!
This relatively compact heavier payload mount will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. The mount easily accommodates both a binocular and a telescope through its multiposition saddle that can be located on a "top" or a"side" configuration to best suited for the instrument selected. Set-up is so easy, just turn the mount on and it will calibrate itself and GoTo the first target utilizing our time tested "Lever and Go" routine.
Utilizing state-of-the-art strain wave gear technology for both RA and DEC movement, the HAZ71 delivers unparalleled weight to payload efficiency. Its black anodized all metal CNC machined body is not only appealing to the eye, it’s a rugged platform that will perform at the highest level for many years to come. Unique features such as an electronic friction brake on both AZI and ALT allows the mount safely stop.
An HAZ71 mount can be controlled by a computer, either via ASCOM/Commander for a Windows PC or a third party INDI driver for a MacOS software; a SmartPhone/Tablet via iOptron Commander Lite or an App like SkySafari; or an iOptron iMate Astronomy Control Box and other Pi device via INDI driver.
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Features
- Advanced strain wave gear system technology
- Payload capacity of 31 kg (68 lbs) with the mount weight of 8.3 kg (18.3 lbs, include dovetail saddle)
- CNC machined
- Unique friction brake on both AZI and ALT to safely stop movement during a planned or unplanned power interruption
- Go2Nova® 8409 V2 hand controller with ~212,000 object database
- Built-in GPS
- Dual saddle (Vixen and Losmandy-D styles)
- Level & Go
- Large binocular mounting
- Satellite tracking ready (with third party software)
- Built in zero position search and locator
- Built-in Wi-Fi (via hand controller)
- USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
- Internal Li-ion rechargeable battery
- Carrying case
- Two year warranty for mount, 90 day warranty for battery
Specifications
| Mount | Strain Wave Altazimuth Mount |
| RA gear system | Strain Wave Gear |
| DEC gear system | Strain Wave Gear |
| RA/DEC reduction ratio | 800:1 |
| Payload* | 68 lbs (31 kg) |
| Mount weight | 18.3 lbs (8.3 kg) with dovetail saddle |
| Payload/Mount weight | 3.73 |
| Drive motor | Stepper motor |
| Structure Material | All metal, CNC machined |
| Exterior finish | Anodized black |
| Level indicator | Level bubble |
| Control system | GOTONOVA/Commander |
| Hand Controller | Go2Nova® 8409 with ~212,000 objects database |
| Tracking | Automatic |
| Maximum slew speed | 6°/sec AZI, 3.6°/sec ALT |
| Power consumption | 0.7A(Tracking), 1.7A(GOTO) |
| Battery | Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery (11.1V, 4.4AH) |
| Battery Charger | 100-240V AC input /12.6V DC 3A output (5.5/2.5mm DC plug) |
| Power off brake | Electronic friction brake |
| GPS | Built-in |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in |
| Communication port | Yes (Wi-Fi and USB, via HC) |
| Firmware upgrade | Yes |
| Dovetail saddle | Vixen & Losmandy |
| Mounting base | 3/8-16 threaded hole |
| Tripod or MiniPier | Optional |
| Operation temperature | -20ºC ~ 40ºC |
| Warranty | Two year limited (90 days for battery) |
* 250mm, with payload center of gravity to the RA rotation axis.
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