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These mounts employ an ingenious design to track the sky where the axes of movement are parallel and perpendicular to Earth’s rotational axis. This is achieved by pointing the mount’s axis toward Polaris; the same star that Earth’s axis points to. As Earth rotates once on its axis every 24 hours, this type of mount rotates slowly in exactly the opposite direction to compensate, essentially freezing the sky in position in your eyepiece. These are more complicated to set up than Alt­azimuth mounts, but are an absolute MUST for astrophotography. When you purchase your mount from us, we will give you instruction on how to align the mount so it will track properly. These kinds of mounts can also be manually operated or powered to find and track objects for you. Some great beginner options are Celestron’s Omni CG-4 mount or their Advanced VX. iOptron offers a very compact <anchor>CEM26</anchor>, and Sky-Watcher USA has the AZ-EQ5 which can be used in Alt-Az or Equatorial mode in the same package!
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## CEM26

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## Description

Introducing iOptron’s new compact next-generation center-balance equatorial mounts the CEM26!

Like their predecessors, the CEM26 is designed with portability in mind, weighing in at only 10 lbs it can support up to a 26lb payload an incredible 2.6 mount weight to payload ratio. The key to enable such ratios is the CEM design focuses the mount and payload weight directly on the center of the tripod rendering “natural stability”.

Building on the legacy of earlier CEM models we have added features for convenience and functionality. A positive lock gear engagement system (easy to use even when wearing gloves), Built-in Wi-Fi enabling unparallel connectivity and recordable permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) to repeat optimal PEC training sessions. Regarding functionality the CEM26 delivers precise pointing and accurate tracking. The CEM26 sets the new standard for compact equatorial mounts.

The center-balanced design mount puts the weight of the payload at the center of gravity allowing for greater natural stability. Other features include an adjustable counterweight bar to prevent obstruction with the tripod. And polar aligning is quick and accessible all the time since the polar scope is not blocked by the declination shaft.

The CEM26 is equipped with the latest advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO technology, making it one of the most powerful and accurate GOTO mounts available. Its database includes over 212,000+ objects. The Go2Nova® Hand Controller is intuitive to use and its large 4-line LCD screen simplifies the process of setting telescopes and locating objects.

The CEM26 mount has an optional integrated electronic polar finder scope known as the iPolar. This tool ensures the accurate alignment of a telescope, even when the pole star is obscured. It is available with an optional LiteRoc heavy duty stainless steel tripod and an optional aluminum carrying case.

### Features

- Unique design, center-balanced equatorial mount (CEM)for maximum payload and minimum mount weight
- Ideal for both visual observation and astrophotography
- Low periodic error (< ± 10 arc seconds)
- Payload of 12 kg (26 lbs) with the mount-only weight of 4.5 kg (10 lbs)
- CNC machined and cast metal body
- Spring loaded gear system
- Large easy to use quick-lock gear clutches
- Adjustable counterweight shaft for 0º latitude operation
- Stepper motor with low power consumption
- Optional Integrated iOptron iPolarTM electronic polar scope
- Polar alignment routine for those who can’t see the Pole Star
- Go2Nova® 8409 controller with Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO Technology
- Integrated ST-4 autoguiding port
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- USB port for firmware upgrade and computer control
- Optional LiteRoc heavy-duty stainless steel tripod w/ vibration suppression pads (7.5kg)
- Die-cast metal tripod spreader with accessory tray
- Optional Hard carrying case
- Optional 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
- Optional iGuiderTM autoguiding system #3360

## Specifications

MountCenter-Balanced Equatorial MountPayload *26 lbs (12kg), exclude counterweightMount weight10 lbs (4.5kg)Payload/Mount weight2.6Structure MaterialAll metal, Casting + CNC machinedExterior FinishPowder coatingPeriodic error (PE) **<±10 arcsecPECYes, Permanent PECWorm period600 secRight Ascension worm wheelΦ88mm, 144 teeth aluminumDeclination worm wheelΦ88mm, 144 teeth aluminumRight Ascension axis shaftΦ35mm steelDeclination axis shaftΦ35mm steelRight Ascension bearingΦ55mm ball bearingDeclination bearingΦ55mm ball bearingWorm gearsΦ15.2mm, BrassMotor drive1.8º stepper motor, 128X microdivisionResolution0.17 arc secondsTransmissionSynchronous beltLatitude adjustment range0º ~ 60ºAzimuth adjustment range± 6ºPolar ScopeOptional iPolar TM electronic polar scopeLevel indicatorLevel bubbleHand ControllerGo2Nova® 8409 with ~212,000 objects databaseTrackingAutomaticSlew speed1×,2×,8×,16×,64×,128×,256×,512×,MAX(6º/sec)Power consumption0.5A(Tracking), 0.8A(GOTO)Power requiremention12V DC, 5AAC adapter100V ~ 240V (included)Power-down memoryYesWi-FiBuilt-inCommunication portYes (Wi-Fi and USB)Autoguide portYes (ST-4 compatible)Firmware upgradeYesPC computer controlYes (ASCOM)Counterweight shaftΦ20X306mm (M16), Stainless SteelCounterweight10 lbs (4.5kg)TripodOptional LiteRoc TM heavy-duty stainless steel tripod with vibration suppression pads (7.5kg)Dovetail saddle3.8" Vixen-style, center adjustableCarrying caseOptionalGPSOptional external 32-channel GPSAutoguidingOptional external iGuider 1Operation temperature-10ºC ~ 40ºCWarrantyTwo year limited



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