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Xerxes Scientific unveils the Neo series direct drive mounts
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield
Xerxes Scientific is excited to announce the completion of the first module in its groundbreaking "Neo" series of direct drive mount modules, marking a significant advancement in astronomical equipment technology. Introducing the Neo Series The Neo series represents Xerxes Scientific's commitment to innovation and modularity in mount design. Each mou...
iOptron HAE43C and HAE43EC upgraded models
Friday, August 2, 2024 by Richard Harris
The iOptron HAE43C and HAE43C EC mounts represent a significant advancement in the field of astronomical equipment, embodying the latest innovations in strain wave gear technology. These mounts are the newest members of iOptron's esteemed strain wave gear mount family, offering a combination of lightweight design, compactness, and substantial payload capacity. Speci...
UMi 17R and Ragdoll harmonic mounts released by Proxisky
Wednesday, July 24, 2024 by Richard Harris
Proxisky, an astro company based in Hong Kong, China that makes strain wave gear mounts, has introduced three more new products after the successful releases of UMi 17 and UMi 17 Lite. They include the servo harmonic UMi 17R, the Ragdoll 17 mount, and the Ragdoll 20, capable of handling a 20kg payload without counterweights. UMi 17R and Ragdoll harmonic mou...
AM5N mount differences and why you should buy
Tuesday, July 16, 2024 by Richard Harris
The 2024 edition of ZWO's AM5N mount boasts a high load capacity of 33 pounds without a counterweight and 44 pounds with one. The mount includes updated cable management with newly added USB Type-C and DC power ports. It offers precision control with single period error within 10". Control options include a hand controller, app, WiFi, Bluetooth, and a live star...
WARPDRIVE WD-20 mount from WarpAstron
Thursday, June 20, 2024 by Richard Harris
The harmonic drive race is full-steam-ahead, and the WD-20 mount is focused in on being a high-load harmonic drive mount, utilizing Servo Direct Drive technology. It offers a standard load capacity of up to 50NM (Newton meters, about 36 lbs) without needing a counterweight, making it capable of handling heavy equipment such as the 130APO, 150APO, or C11 with optimal gui...
Side-by-side dovetail plates and saddles from Rouz Astro
Wednesday, June 12, 2024 by Richard Harris
Rouz Astro has launched its new side-by-side dovetail plates and saddles, constructed with FDM 3D print engineering-grade carbon fiber composite material and CAD designed for maximum strength-to-weight ratio. It saves a lot of weight (typically 1/3 – 1/2 that of metal), which improves mount capacity and tracking performance. Why u...
Sky-Watcher EQ AL55i pro mount
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 by Russ Scritchfield
Sky-Watcher has unveiled the EQ-AL55i PRO mount, a new Go-To astronomy mount. This compact and versatile mount boasts a dual-position counterweight bar, making it adaptable for use at all latitudes from 0° to 90°. It is an ideal choice for astronomers living in or traveling to areas with extreme latitudes, which are often beyond the capability of conventional mo...
Sky Watcher CQ350 Pro mount and tripod combo
Thursday, May 16, 2024 by Richard Harris
The Sky-Watcher CQ350 Pro is an observatory-class equatorial GoTo mount designed with an impressive 77-pound payload capacity, it supports large optical tube assemblies (OTAs) along with guiders, cameras, and filters. Key features include built-in USB PC control for seamless operation, belt drives for minimal backlash and reduced periodic error, and whisper-quiet steppe...
ZWO AM3 unboxing and comparison to AM5
Wednesday, May 15, 2024 by Richard Harris
Harmonic drive mounts are all the rage these days, as they make an excellent choice for astrophotography and observational astronomy due to their precise and reliable performance, plus their portability, mostly due to lack of a counterweight. The AM3 mount from ZWO is no exception and definitely rings a bell with astrophotographers wanting to "drop and go&q...
EM31 Pro harmonic equatorial mount from EmCanAstro
Tuesday, May 14, 2024 by Richard Harris
EmCanAstro launched the EM31 Pro mount with advanced upgrades to their original 2021 model. The EM31 Pro was designed to meet the specific needs of amateur astronomers and astrophotographers, featuring enhanced stability, ease of use, and precise tracking capabilities. This new model simplifies complex setups and alignments that typically challenge enthus...
Wave 100i and Wave 150i harmonic drive mounts from Sky-Watcher arrive
Friday, May 3, 2024 by Richard Harris
The Sky-Watcher Wave Strainwave Mount series introduces two innovative models, the Wave 100i and Wave 150i, featuring advanced harmonic strainwave gear technology for zero backlash and precise GoTo functionality. Both models offer dual AZ/EQ tracking modes, rapid 10 degrees per second slewing, and integrated Wi-Fi/Bluetooth connectivity. Wave 100i and Wave 150i harmo...
Sidewinder telescope accessory mounting rings from Rouz Astro
Thursday, April 18, 2024 by Richard Harris
The Sidewinder Telescope Accessory Mounting from Rouz Astro is part of an innovative series of auxiliary rings crafted from a carbon fiber composite, renowned for its lightweight properties. These rings are designed to facilitate the attachment of various accessories, offering five points of connection on each ring. Sidewinder rings from Rouz Astro: Modular...
Rigel Systems William Optics REDCAT Focuser updates
Wednesday, April 10, 2024 by Richard Harris
The Rigel Systems stepper device for the William Optics REDCAT has been enhanced to offer superior functionality. This upgrade introduces a flexible rubber focusing gear ring, designed to easily wrap around the focus ring of a camera or telescope. This addition creates teeth for the gear, ensuring a secure connection with Rigel Systems' stepper motor, facilitating p...
New Orion counterweights availble now
Wednesday, December 13, 2023 by Richard Harris
A number of new accessories from Orion Telescopes and Binoculars are now available. 5.5-lb. Counterweight for EQ-13 and EQ-26 Mounts For heavier telescopes and those used with heavier accessories, an extra counterweight or two may be needed to provide proper balance. Balancing an equatorial mount is important for smooth motion in both axes and accurate manual or e...
Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi
Monday, June 20, 2022 by Richard Harris
Sky-Watcher's Star Adventurer GTi equatorial mount offers full GoTo performance in a compact and portable design. Priced at $740.00, this mount caters to astrophotographers seeking a lightweight and versatile solution for deep space, widefield, and nightscape photography. Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer GTi The Star Adventurer GTi boasts an 11-pound payload capaci...
iOptron CEM120 center-balanced equatorial mount
Friday, December 1, 2017 by Richard Harris
iOptron's CEM120 Center Balanced Equatorial Mount, is a significant addition to its lineup, priced at $5,128. This mount is designed to meet the increasing demand for a stable and accurate platform capable of carrying larger instruments and complex imaging arrays. The CEM120's unique "center balance" design ensures the payload's weight is focu...
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