With remarkable load capacity for its size, smooth strain wave gearing, and built-in sky navigation tools, the HAE43B-EC iMate Dual Alt-Az / Equatorial Mount from iOptron will point your optic or camera to the wonders of the cosmos. Utilizing strain wave drive technology for RA and DEC movement, the HAE43B-EC can support a payload of 44 pounds with no counterweight or 55 pounds with. Its high-precision RA axis encoder delivers such accurate tracking that some users choose to image without guiding.
The iMate features a powerful, 64-bit, ARM-based onboard computer with Wi-Fi, preloaded KStars planetarium software, Ekos control and automation tools and INDI drivers. It supports most brands and models of cameras, focusers, and filter wheels. With 32GB onboard storage and a slot for a microSD card, the iMate can control and capture an entire automated imaging session. The iMate is compatible with major platforms including Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
- Advanced strain wave gear technology
- High-precision encoder with real-time PEC (RPEC)
- Payload capacity of 44 lb without counterweight, 55 lb with counterweight
- CNC-machined metal housing
- Unique friction brake to safely stop movement if power is interrupted
- 270-second gear period
- Customer cable management system ready
- Dual saddle (Vixen and Losmandy-D styles)
- iMate 64-Bit ARM-based computer
- Integrated ST-4 auto-guiding port
- USB port for firmware upgrades and computer control