These lightweight, compact mounts with medium payloads offer an astronomy experience like never before. Imagine a mount that weighs less than 10 kilograms but has a payload of 36 kilograms without the need for a bulky counterweight. The HAE69C utilises iOptron's decades of experience in precision mount design to make this possible.
Using state-of-the-art gear technology for the RA and DEC axes, the HAE69C offers an unparalleled weight-to-payload ratio. The black anodised, all-metal, CNC-machined housing is visually appealing and provides a robust base that will perform at the highest level for many years to come. Unique features such as an electronic friction brake and a "power down" memory allow the mount to safely stop a GoTo swing and then resume it, or to continue tracking after a sudden power failure (no re-alignment or restart required).
The HAE69C Dual SWG Alt-AZ/EQ mounts have an internal main board and no longer require a handcontroller. The mount has USB ports - both on the base and on the saddle - that can be connected directly to the main board to control the mount and update the firmware. It also has integrated WiFi.
The optional Go2Nova® handheld device with OLED display provides a better user experience, especially in extreme temperatures.
The mount comes with two options:
HE692CH: HAE69C with handcontroller
HE692C: HAE69C without handcontroller
Key features at a glance:
- Advanced "Strain Wave" gear technology
- Payload capacity of 36 kg with a mount weight of 9 kg
- Periodic error < ± 15 arc seconds
- Unique friction brake for safe stopping of movement in the event of a planned or unplanned power interruption
- Optional Go2Nova® hand controller with OLED for a better user experience, especially in extreme temperatures
- Double saddle (Vixen and Losmandy mounts)
- Built-in zero position search and location
- Integrated ST-4 autoguiding connection
- USB port (both on the base and on the prism clamp base) for firmware upgrades and computer control
- Built-in Wi-Fi for controlling the mount
- Carrying case made of aluminium
