iOptron Alt-Azimuth Strain Wave Drive Mount Head
iOptron Alt-Azimuth Strain Wave Drive Mount Head
If you're after incredible payload capacity in a quick AltAz form factor, the HAZ130 mount is for you! With 132 lb. payload capacity and quick 6°/sec max slew speed, this mount can put some serious optics in lockstep with satellites. Outfit your observatory with a formidable fork-arm strain wave mount, the iOptron Alt-Azimuth Strain Wave Drive Mount Head!
With the highest payload capacity of iOptron's current line-up, the HAZ130 mount is the perfect pair home observatories or institutional installations looking to use some of the heaviest optical systems of today. This 70 lb. titan uses dual strain wave gearing to lift telescopes up to 132 lb. in weight, allowing it to shoulder even the massive truss RC's seen today. It's fork arm construction can accommodate scopes to match its large payload capacity, able to fit even iOptron's 20" truss RC. With a fast max slew rate and iOptron's Ultimate Orbit Tracker software, the HAZ130 is able to keep these serious optics on pace with satellites and space debris; expanding your observing and imaging repertoire outside of more typical deep space, planetary, and star objects/ targets and opening the door to radio astronomy! These incredible mechanics sit atop a stout base with a high-precision leveling indicator and adjustablility for reliable and precise observatory setup. The HAZ130 also comes equipped with a solid set of supporting technology, with the Go2Nova 8411 hand controller, GPS, telescope Altitude positioning limits, D-style saddle, and mounting points for the NUC line. These precision electronics are all housed in a robust CNC machined all-metal housing for a rigid observing platform!
An Incredible Mount for the Ambitious Astronomer
With incredible instrument payload capacity, advanced features, and modern control compatibility, the iOptron HAZ130 is a powerful pairing for your backyard or remote observatory!
Dual Strain Wave Gear (SWG), Incredible Power
Powering
this mount's impressive 132 lb. payload capacity capability is a dual strain
wave gearing system. These compact yet mighty reduction gears give the mount
the ability to move instruments even with sub-optimal balancing, and at an
incredible rate of speed. Compared to other iOptron mounts near this weight
class, the HAZ130 surpasses them with its quick 6°/sec max slew rate.
This impressive feat allows the mount to work in tandem with software to
track satellites and space debris in addition to more traditional targets.
This system is also protected by an electronic friction brake which helps
prevent damage to your delicate optics in the event of a power outage. For
further protection, iOptron has also built in an altitude 0° position
limit.
Variety of Control Options
The iOptron HAZ130 mount
offers a number of control solutions to adapt to the needs of your
observation station. Included with the mount is the
Go2Nova 8411, which features an information rich 8-line OLED display, 212,000 objects,
support for 60 user defined objects, and a USB-C port for integrating the
HAZ130 with computer control. This powerful and precise mount is compatible
with iOptron's Commander Windows software, allowing you to find objects and
adjust parameters from a straight-forward remote interface; and is
additionally compatible with iOptron's Ultimate Orbit Tracker software,
which will help find and track satellites & space debris!
Power Solution Included
The iOptron Alt-Azimuth Strain
Wave Drive Mount Head requires 12V 5A DC power to drive its incredible
motors and advanced electronics. This can be supplied via the industry
standard 5.5x2.1 mm 12V DC power port. Allowing you to have this mount up
and running out of the box, iOptron includes a 100-240V AC power supply
capable of running the HAZ130.
An Observatory Class Mount
The iOptron Alt-Azimuth
Strain Wave Drive Mount Head is the perfect pairing for home, remote, and
industry observatories, thanks to its incredible capacity and features. With
132 lb. of capacity, it is well suited to large optical/radio astronomy
systems that the ambitious backyard astronomer or scientific user favor for
incredible reach and precise data collection. The robust frame and included
precision leveling base synergize well with the more permanent observatory
setting; and with GPS, auto-homing, iOptron Commander compitability,
electronic brake and altitude limit protections, the HAZ130 integrates well
with installations on-site or at a remote location. These incredible
features earn this mount our Remote Observatory Grade rating! To read more
about this heavy-hitting class of mount, be sure to check out our
High Point Scientific Mount Classification Badge
article, which explores this incredible mount class in more depth.
Let’s Delve Into the Details!
iOptron mounts are renowned for their exceptional performance, crafted with high precision internal elements that help deliver accurate tracking and spot-on GoTo slews. For those gear-heads who like to get into the nitty gritty details of their equipment, check out this comprehensive table denoting specifications such as the type of motor utilized, the power consumption of the mount, and plenty more! This way, you can compare and contrast what each iOptron mount offers, better informing you in choosing the right mount for your needs.
iOptron Mount Table:| iOptron Mount Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Payload (lbs.): | 132 lb. |
| Mount Weight (lbs.): | 70 lb. |
| Motor: | Stepper Motor |
| Power Consumption: | 12V 0.6A (Tracking) | 12V 1.2A (GoTo) |
| Max Slew Speed: | 6°/sec |
| Operation Temperature: | -4°F - 104°F |
| Altitude Adjustment Range: | 0-180° |
| Azimuth Adjustment Range: | 0-360° |
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