Meet the SkyHunter, the lightest and most compact full function portable goto mount yet created by iOptron. Weighing in at only 2.9 lb. (including internal rechargeable battery), the SkyHunter is capable of supporting an 11 lb. payload in both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes. The iOptron SkyHunter mount features four tracking rates: 1X or sidereal, 1/2X for sky and landscape combined, solar and lunar. All 4 tracking rates work in both northern and southern hemispheres. The iOptron SkyHunter mount can be controlled by an iOS or Android SmartPhone or tablet, the optional 8410 hand controller, or a computer via ASCOM, INDI or embedded drive. This version of the SkyHunter is for alt-azimuth use. It comes with the SkyHunter AZ head, counterweight, the iOptron 3221 tripod and the 8041 pier extension. While you can use a tripod with the appropriate head to set up the SkyHunter equatorially, this version does not come with the SkyHunter EQ Base. For versions that do include the EQ Base, se...
iOptron HEM27 Hybrid Harmonic Drive Equatorial Mount with iPolar - No Tripod - H272A
Introducing the iOptron HEM27, a revolutionary hybrid harmonic drive equatorial GoTo mount that includes iPolar, an electronic polar scope for easy and accurate polar alignment! All versions of the iOptron HEM27 harmonic mount are light weight, high payload tiny titans that will deliver an astronomy experience like never before. Imagine a mount head weighing in at just 8.15 lb. but with a payload capability 29.74 lb., and without the need for a cumbersome counterweight or counterweight shaft!Utilizing state of the art harmonic drive technology for the RA movement in tandem with backlash-free DEC worm/belt drive design, the iOptron HEM27 delivers unparalleled weight to payload efficiency. 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 and power down memory allow the mount to safely stop and resume a GoTo slew or c...
