Sky-Watcher WAVE 150i Strainwave Mount
$2959.99
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Please contact us for estimated time to delivery, cancellations or returns subject to 20% restocking fee.Strainwave mounts are particularly suitable for serious astrophotographers who require precise control, and for these demanding applications Sky-Watcher has developed the Wave 150i Strainwave Mount! This Wave mount features strainwave gearing that provides a lot of power in a little package. The strainwave configuration offers several advantages over traditional mount designs including low-to-zero backlash and high torque for handling larger OTAs. With cable management, large payload capacity, and a small footprint, the Wave 150i is the ultimate portable imaging mount.
- Stepper motor + belt drive and harmonic reducer for a 300:1 transmission ratio
- Cable management built into DEC saddle
- Works in both EQ and AZ modes
- Built-in WiFi and Bluetooth
- PC control capable via USB-B
- Red LED backlighting for latitude scale and bubble level
- Quiet, fast slewing up to 10 degrees per second
- Small, powerful and portable
- RA power-off braking function
- Internal homing sensors on both axis
- Compatible with Sky-Watcher SynScan hand controller (sold separately)
- Mount Type: Dual Alt-Az/Equatorial
- Type of Mount Electronics: Computerized - GoTo
- Weight Capacity (lb.): 33 lbs. Without Counterwieght Kit, 55 lbs. With Counterweight Kit (Counterweight Kit Sold Separately)
- Power Requirements: 12V
- Includes Manual Slow Motion Controls: No
- Mount Slew Speeds: Max Slew Speed of 2400x (10 degrees per second)
- Motor Type: Stepper Motor + Belt Drive and Harmonic Reducer
- Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar, Lunar
- Mount Latitude Range: 0 to 90 degrees
- Includes Integrated WiFi
- Included Accessory Ports: Hand Controller, ST4, USB-B, DC Power, USB-A, 2x DC Power Outputs
- Saddle Type: Dual - Vixen or Losmandy
- Hand Controller Included: No
- Mount Weight (lb.): 12.8 lbs.
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