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iOPTRON SKYHUNTER EQ/AZ GOTO W/ iPOLAR

$1,299.00 AUD
SKU: IO-SHEQA

iOptron

Equatorial / Alt-Azimuth

Payload: 5 kg

Encoders: None

Vixen

1.3 kg


  Available soon! Contact us if you would like to pre-order.

 

The new iOptron SkyHunter with iPolar is an ultra-portable GO-TO Equatorial/Alt-Azimuth mount designed for serious astrophotography with small telescopes. Incredibly lightweight at only 1.3kg and with a payload of 5kg, the SkyHunter is the one of the most capable compact travel mounts on the market.

The built-in iPolar electronic polar alignment scope makes setting up the mount extremely fast, even in areas where the southern celestial pole is obscured by light pollution.

The SkyHunter features dual-axis servomotors with optical encoders and synchronous belt transmission for accurate tracking. Four tracking rates are available for sidereal, Lunar/Solar and nightscapes.

The built-in Wi-Fi adapter allows for control via ASCOM, INDI and Sky Safari, as well as with iOS or Android smartphones and tablets. The SkyHunter has an internal rechargeable Li-Poly battery for all-night operation at remote imaging sites.


Features


  • Specialized Grab N’ Go GOTO EQ/AZ mount
  • Mount weighs 2.9 lbs (1.3kg)
  • Payload 11 lbs (5kg) (balanced, exclude CW)
  • Dual-axis servomotors with optical encoders
  • Tracking speed: solar, lunar, 1X, 1/2X, S/N
  • Operation in both northern and southern hemisphere
  • Vixen dovetail saddle
  • Built-in rechargeable battery for up to 10 hours of operation (20°C)
  • Built-in WIFI adapter for full ASCOM, iOptron Commander and Sky Safari control
  • USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
  • Optional Go2Nova® 8410 controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology
  • iPolar electronic polar scope
  • Counterweight Shaft: Φ 20 x 200mm with 3/8” thread, stainless steel
  • Counterweight: 3 lbs (1.35kg)
  • Attaches to a camera tripod with 3/8” or 1/4” threads
  • 1.25" Stainless steel tripod (#3221)
  • Optional carbon fiber tripod
  • Pier-extension (#8041)
  • One year limited warranty on mount, 90 day for battery

 

Mount
Ultra compact Go-To EQ/AZ mount
Max payload 5 kg (11 lbs) balanced
Mount weight
1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) with battery
Body material
Metal frame structure
Motor drive
Dual-axis DC servo motor with optical encoder
Transmission Synchronous belt
Tracking speed Solar, Lunar, Celestial, 1/2 Celestial, and N/S
Maximum slew speed 4.5° / sec (1080x)
Worm period 600 sec
RA/DEC worm wheel Φ 77 mm, 144 teeth
Hand controller Yes (with optional 8410 HC)
Altitude adjustment range 0 º ~ 80 º
Azimuth adjustment range ±5 º
Power Requirement Internal rechargeable battery
Battery type Li-Poly, 3.7V, 2000mAh
Duration of operation Up to 10 hours at 20ºC
Counterweight Shaft Φ 20 mm x 200 mm, 3/8" thread, stainless steel
Counterweight 3 lbs (1.3 kg)
Dovetail saddle Vixen-style
Body base connection Vixen dovetail, 3/8” socket
Autoguiding ASCOM compatible
Power charge port MiniUSB (5V)
Wi-Fi Built-in
Communication port Yes (Wi-Fi and USB)
Firmware upgrade Yes (via USB port)
Tripod 3221 Stainless Steel, optional carbon fiber tripod
Pier extension Φ 80 x 190 mm
Operation Temperature -10 º C ~ 40 º C
Warranty One year limited (90 day on battery)
SKU IO-SHEQA

 

 

  • SkyHunter GO-TO EQ/AZ Mount head
  • Equatorial base
  • Stainless steel counterweight shaft
  • 1.35kg counterweight
  • iPolar electronic polar scope
  • MiniUSB charging cable
  • #3221 Tripod
  • #8041 Pier extension

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