iOptron GEM45-NUC Mount with Tripod, iPolar and 20 kg Payload, NUC ready

iOptron GEM45 German Equatorial Mount with LiteRoc 1.75" Tripod, NUC ready

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! A GEM45-NUC is ready to mate with Intel® NUC minicomputer (thickness ?38 mm) at the front of the dovetail saddle seamlessly with the cable management system.

Innovative ideas applied to a time tested design, result in 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 iOptron´s CEM series, they were able to remove unnecessary bulk giving the GEM45 an incredible 2.5 payload to mount weight ratio. This compact 18 lb mount can precisely GOTO an object and track with up to 45 lbs of gear onboard.

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With its integrated electronic polar scope (iPolarTM), 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 6" dual dovetail saddle accommodates Losmandy and Vixen style dovetail plates.

GEM45 mounts utilize reliable stepper motor drive systems with iOptron´s low power consumption technology.

The new LiteRoc 1.75" tripod delivers rock solid stability in a lighter, more compact package.

NEW iOptron subsidized TheSky Imaging Edition

A 212,000+ object library with star identification, GPS, Wi-Fi (requires optional iStarFi adapter) are a few of the desirable features standard on a GEM45 mount.

Features

German equatorial mount with innovative features

Ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography

Maximum payload of 45 lbs (20 kg) with the mount weight of only 18 lbs (8.2 kg)

Easy to use quick-lock gear clutches

Integrated iPolarTM 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 and 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 with NUC mounting adapter

All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized

Optional WiFi for mount control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer

All new LiteRoc 1.75" tripod with improved stability and leg locks

Hard case

NEW iOptron subsidized TheSky Imaging Edition

Downloads

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