iOptron HAE43C SWG Mount and Case
Advancing the Advanced HAE43C SWG Mount from iOptron!
iOptron was quick to bring the compact powerhouse technology that is strain wave gearing to their offerings when this New Wave of mount technology debuted, and they've only kept up the momentum since! The HAE43C is "case-and-point", with a new hand controller-free design that optimizes an already streamlined mount even further. Advance your astronomy system now with iOptron!
While iOptron has been an industry leader in innovative mount designs and payload ratio for some time, the New Wave of strain wave/harmonic gearing has allowed them to truly test the limits. With a mount head weighing just shy of 13 lb., the HAE43C SWG mount can lift up to an incredible 44 lb. of gear on its own, or a hefty 55 lb. when used with a counterweight (sold separately). Attaching all this gear is simple with the dual DEC saddle supporting both D-style and V-style dovetails. This C version of the HAE43 platform features an internal mainboard, allowing the mount to operate without a hand controller! With USB ports on both the main housing and DEC saddle, as well as built-in WiFi, streamlined control is available for a number of your high tech devices. If a more conventional control solution is what you're after however don't fret, as the HAE43C mount can be used with iOptron's 8411 Go2Nova hand controller (sold separately).
Double-Duty Functionality
Equatorial mounts shine when it comes to freezing deep sky objects in place for long-exposure astrophotos, but do require a bit more at setup compared Alt/Az mounts, which are quicker to setup but lack the counter-rotation capability, making them better suited to visual observation. With conventional options this typically meant owning multiple mounts if you wanted both mount styles, however the iOptron HAE43C SWG Mount can take on the roles of astrophotography powerhouse and visual observation rig alike with its dual EQ and Alt/Az functionality! Able to convert from an equatorial mount to an Alt/Az one and then back again, this mount allows you to easily select to mount style that's best suited for the astronomy you're interested in on any given night. While some conventionally geared dual EQ-Alt/Az options have provided this functionality, iOptron has leveraged the HAE43C's strain wave gearing benefits to bring users a double-duty mount in a much smaller and lighter package!
Power, Portability, and so Much More!
Strain wave gearing, a wide variety of control options, all the essential connections, and more come together to make a fully featured mount! For more information on what iOptron has packed into this compact titan, read on!
Strain Wave Strength
The Strain Wave Gear heart of the iOptron HAE43C SWG mount provides an incredible payload capacity to mount weight proposition: shouldering 44 lb. of equipment on a housing weighing just 12.8 lb. That's enough capacity to effortlessly carry a 9.25" Celestron EdgeHD, without a counterweight! For those interested in pushing this incredibly mighty mount even further, adding the separately available iOptron Counterweight Shaft and iOptron 10 lb. Counterweight adds an additional 11 lb. of payload capacity for a total of 55 lb.!
Streamlined Control
Designed to streamline your astrophotography rig, this version of the HAE43 mount has consolidated everything you need into the mount itself. This C version no longer requires a hand controller, though the iOptron 8411 Go2Nova (available separately) is still compatible for those looking for a more hands-on control experience. With USB ports for controlling the mount on both the main housing and DEC saddle, the HAE43CEC can be controlled by either an external computer or telescope mounted control solution for those looking to build a sleek and snag-free imaging system. Wired control can be established via ASCOM (Windows), INDI (MacOS and Linux), or iOptron's Commander software (Windows), with a built-in WiFi radio providing connectivity at a distance through the iOptron Commander for PC or the Commander Lite app for mobile devices (with support for some 3rd party solutions like SkySafari available as well).
Strong Connections
The iOptron HAE43C SWG mount features all the essential connections you need to build a number of setups! For PC and WiFi camera control builds, the mount features two USB connection ports, one on the main mount housing itself and one on the saddle. Power is connected to the mount via a 5.5x.2.5 mm 12V DC barrel connection, and can either be supplied by the included 5A AC adapter or from a user supplied industry standard 5.5x2.1 mm solution like the Pegasus Astro Pocket Powerbox Advance Gen2 with Apertura's DC Power Cable for iOptron and Meade Mounts! Finally, for those seeking to use the sold separately iOptron 8411 Go2Nova hand controller this mount features a dedicated hand controller port.
Polar Alignment Possibilities
Designed for equatorial use with popular PC imaging suites, the streamlined HAE43C does not feature a polar scope. Instead users will need to use the tools included with many popular imaging software suites like SharpCap Pro, integrated system tools like the assistant built into ZWO's ASIAIR Plus WiFi Camera Controller system, or use the mount in Alt/Az mode with the star alignment tools.
Join the New Wave
Weighing in at just under 13 lb. for the mount head itself and only about 18 lb. when mounted to the separately available iOptron 40 mm Carbon Fiber Tripod, this mount offers high performance in a compact package! Combined with the included hard carry case, this makes for a setup that is just as at home in your backyard as it is on-the-go, and with a 44 lb. payload it can accommodate everything from a portable to backyard sized telescope as well. This mount also features all the benefits inherent to strain wave/harmonic gearing, such as functionally no backlash, no counterweights or balancing required, and compact physical footprint. With all these features, wide variety of control options, and safety features like a power-off friction brake, the iOptron HAE43C SWG Mount and Case is an excellent way to join the New Wave, and accordingly earns our New Wave Harmonic badge!
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 Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Maximum Payload (lb.): | 44 w/o Counterweight, 55 w/ Counterweight (Sold Separately) |
| Mount Weight (lb.): | 12.8 |
| Motor: | Stepper |
| Power Consumption: | 0.7A(Tracking), 1.2A(GOTO) |
| Max Slew Speed: | 6º/sec |
| Operation Temperature: | -4ºF ~ 104ºF |
| Period: | 270 seconds |
| Latitude Adjustment Range: | 0º ~ 90º |
| Azimuth Adjustment Range: | +/- 5º | Right Ascension Gearing: | Strain Wave |
| Declination Gearing: | Strain Wave |
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