iOptron HAE69B-EC iMate GoTo Alt-Az/Equatorial Mount with High-Precision Encoder

The HAE69B-EC iMate GoTo Alt-Az/Equatorial Mount with High-Precision Encoder from iOptron weighs just 19 pounds, yet has a payload of 69 lb without needing a cumbersome counterweight or shaft. The HAE69B-EC features a high-precision RA axis encoder that delivers incredible tracking accuracy, enough that many will choose to image without guiding. Utilizing strain wave drive technology for right ascension and declination movement, the HAE69B-EC iMate delivers impressive weight-to-payload efficiency, and its black anodized, all-metal CNC machined body constitutes a rugged platform. An electronic friction brake and power-down memory allow the mount to safely stop and resume a GoTo slew or continue tracking even after an abrupt power loss (no need to realign and start from the beginning). The included Vixen/Losmandy dual saddle will hold your optical tube assembly securely.

The mount features a powerful, 64-bit, ARM-based on-board computer with Wi-Fi, preloaded KStars planetarium software, Ekos control and automation tool and INDI drivers. This hardware-software combination will support the use of most current and future devices (cameras, focusers, filter wheels, etc.) allowing the user choice of brand and model. With 32GB onboard storage and a slot for a micro SD card, the iMate has the ability to control and capture an entire automated imaging session. The iMate is cross-platform; use it with Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS and Android, etc.

• Advanced strain wave gear technology
• Payload capacity of 69 lb
• CNC-machined metal housing
• Unique friction brake to safely stop movement if power is interrupted
• 270-second gear period
• Built-in, open source iMate computer with Wi-Fi, preloaded KStars/Ekos/INDI drivers and iPolarServer
• iMate with 3X 12V DC outputs, 2X USB2.0 and 1X USB3.0 ports
• No cable drags
• High-precision encoder with real-time PEC (RPEC)
• Go2Nova handset with OLED for better user experiences, especially at extreme temperatures
• Dual saddle (Vixen and Losmandy-D styles)
• Built-in zero position search and locator
• Power down position and location memory
• Integrated ST-4 auto-guiding port
• Built-in Wi-Fi (via hand controller)
• USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control