Like most iOptron GEM models, the new one too GEM28 it was meant to be transported comfortably .

The mount can withstand up to 12.7 kg load and offers an optimal weight-to-payload ratio of 2.8.

This relationship allows a fairly high payload with a low tare weight and therefore ideal conditions for mobile astrophotography and observation.

Additional very useful features for user comfort and advanced functionality have been realized by iOptron with the new GEM28.

A sistem Built-in WiFi (easy to use even when wearing gloves) and a Integrated WLAN which now permanently records the periodic error with helical gears (PEC protocol).

In terms of functionality, the GEM28 offers a exact movement and highly accurate object tracking. The GEM28 It therefore sets further standards for medium-sized parallactic GoTo systems.

Once again, the GEM28 is equipped with the latest Go2Nova® technology , making it one of the most powerful and precise GoTo techniques available on the market today.

The database of 212,000 listed objects ensures that you will never run out of objects to observe in the sky....

The Go2Nova® hand controller is intuitive to use and its large four-line LCD display makes setting up the mount, as well as finding objects, incredibly easy.

The GEM28 is equipped with the "AccuAlign" optical polar finder or with the electronic "iPolar".

The advantages at a glance:

• Latitude from 10° to 70°.
• Ideal for visual observation and astrophotography
• Low periodic error with helical gears (<±10 arc seconds)
• Payload of 12.7 kg with the mount tare weight of 4.5 kg
• CNC machined die-cast mount head
• Large, easy to use quick couplers
• Low energy consumption stepper motors
• AccuAlign calibrated polar finder
• "Easy polar alignment" for those who cannot see the North Star
• Go2Nova® hand controller with advanced GoTo technology
• Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
• Integrated WLAN
• USB port for firmware updates and computer control
• Die-cast metal tripod spreader with accessory tray
• Optional 32-channel GPS
• Optional iGuider automatic guidance system