iOptron CEM40EC-NUC Mount with iPolar and 1.75" Tripod, NUC ready

iOptron CEM40EC-NUC - Center-Balanced GoTo Mount with Encoder

Need more versatility of an equatorial mount without cable tangling? Tired of connection error with some third party control interface? iOptron NUC-ready mounts are coming! The CEM40EC-NUC is ready to mate with Intel® NUC minicomputer (thickness max. 38 mm) at the front of the dovetail saddle seamlessly with the cable management system.

The iOptron® CEM40 mount is the next generation of center-balanced equatorial mounts. This mount is incredibly eye-pleasing, and its beauty is found in more than its appearance. The functionality of the mount is superb. Weighing in at only 18 lbs., this mount can support a payload of up to 40 lbs.! That´s incredible!

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.

Another special feature of the CEM40EC-NUC is the optical absolute encoder. This enables the mount to provide a tracking accuracy of less than 0.3 arc seconds. In combination with the polar finder and especially the electronic alignment aid, this mount is perfect for astrophotography without guiding.

This iOptron CEM40 mount has a dual saddle that accommodates Losmandy and Vixen-style dovetail plates. It 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 359,000+ 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, 11 lbs. 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

Ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography

Maximum payload of 40 lbs (18 kg) with the mount weight of only 18 lbs (8.2 kg)

All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized

Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches

Integrated iPolar (TM) electronic polar finder

Precision stepper motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking

High-precision optical encoders in both axes

Realtime periodic error correction (RPEC)

High precision tracking with very low periodic error (PE)<±0.25 arcsec

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

Advanced cable management system for mount and NUC

6" Losmandy D & Vixen dual dovetail saddle with NUC mounting adapter

Standard LiteRoc 1.75 inch heavy-duty stainless steel tripod (7 kg)

Hard case

Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer

NEW iOptron subsidized TheSky Imaging Edition

Instruction manual:

An instruction manual is available, it can be found on the website of the manufacturer.

Downloads:

The manufacturer has manuals, software and drivers available for download, you can get them here.