Payload capacity of 18 lbs (~8.2 kg) w/o CW and 26.5 lbs (12kg) with CW
Mount weight of 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
CNC machined
Unique friction brake to safely stop movement during a planned or unplanned power interruption
360 second gear period
Go2Nova® hand controller with ~212,000 object database
No moving, no wrapping cable system
Vixen dovetail saddle
Built in zero position search and locator
Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
Built-in Wi-Fi (via hand controller)
USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
3/8"-16 mounting hole for your camera tripod
Soft carrying case
Optional iPolar electronic polar scope for easy and accurate polar alignment
Optional counterweight shaft (#P-SGP-CWS) and counterweight (#3006-05)
Optional external iGuider for autoguiding (#3360-HEM)
USA brand with 2 year limited warranty
Introducing the HEM15, the latest addition to iOptron’s revolutionary hybrid strain wave drive mounts. This light weight tiny titans will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. With a mount head weighing 5.5lbs, it can carry an 18 lbs payload without needing a counterweight. Applying iOptron’s multi-decade experience creating precision mounts, the HEM15 brings this vision to reality.
*Refractor, iGuider and tripod are optional
Utilizing state of the art strain wave drive technology for the RA movement in tandem with backlash-free DEC worm/belt drive design, the HEM15 delivers unparalleled weight to payload efficiency.
*Refractor and tripod are optional
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 break allows the mount safely stop even after an abrupt power loss.
*Carbon fiber tripod is optional
A HEM15 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 a Pi device via INDI driver.
Can be used to connect Sony NEX lens and ASI cameras with small sensor formats, such as ASI1600, ASI294, ASI183, ASI174, ASI432 and ASI585. Only support manual lenses supported, not compatible with automatic lenses.
E-mount lenses with 18.5mm back focus length are supported (Only manual lenses).
A superb eyepiece that came with my 10 inch GSO telescope, it gives you wonderful views of The Pleiades etc. and other night sky wonders, it is an excellent eyepiece in my opinion.