Innovative ideas applied to a time-tested design, the new generation iOptron® GEM45EC German equatorial mounts. A sharp looking CNC body is the first indicator that the GEM45 is a high quality stand in both form and function.

Using the experiences gained during the development of our CEM series, we have been able to remove unnecessary bulk giving the GEM45 an incredible payload to assembly weight ratio of 2.5. This compact 17.5-pound mount can accurately go to an object and track with up to 45 pounds of equipment on board. With its integrated electronic polar oscilloscope (iPolar ^TM), polar alignment is child's play, even when North Star is obscured. Large levers on the quick-lock drive engagement system make it easy to engage drive gears even when wearing gloves. There's little chance of cables getting tangled with the GEM45's internal advanced cable management system. A dual 6" saddle accommodates Losmandy and Vixen style dovetail plates. The GEM45EC mounts use reliable stepper motor drive systems with our energy efficient technology. Looking for ultra precise tracking, the GEM45EC with its high resolution encoding it offers rms PE<0.25 arcsec.Our new 1.75" LiteRoc tripod offers solid stability in a lighter and more compact package. A 212,000+ object library with star identification, GPS, Wi-Fi (requires optional iStarFi adapter) are some of the desirable features standard on a GEM45 mount.

Characteristics

• German equatorial mount with innovative features
• Idea for both visual observing and astrophotography
• Maximum payload of 45 kg (20 lbs) with an assembly weight of only 17.5 kg (7.9 lbs)
• Easy to use quick lock change clutches
• Find polar electronics iPolar ^TM integrated
• Low Periodic Error (<0.25 arcseconds rms)
• Real-Time Periodic Error Correction (RPEC)
• Precision stepping motor for precise GOTO and accurate tracking
• Go2Nova® 8407+ controller with advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology and built-in heater
• Integrated ST-4 autoguider port
• 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS).
• USB communication port
• Cable management system
• 6" Losmandy D & Vixen double dovetail saddle
• All metal, CNC machined with red/black anodized
• Optional WiFi for assembly control via SmartPhone/Tablet/Computer
• New 1.75" LiteRoc tripod with improved stability and leg locking
• Hard case included

Delivery content

• iOptron® GEM45EC mount (#7620ECA, high precision model with red switches)
• Go2Nova® 8407 Manual regulator
• One 11 kg (5 lb) counterweight
• Counterweight shaft in stainless steel
• iPolar internal electronic polar oscilloscope
• GEM45 GPS module
• AC adapter (100V-240V)
• 2X Coiled Control Cable (6P6C RJ11 to RJ11, Straight Wire)
• USB cable
• LiteRoc 1.75" tripod with improved stability and leg locks
• Aluminum case
• Fast guide