iOptron iEQ30 PRO Equatorial Telescope Mount with Heavy Duty Tripod - Precision Tracking for Astrophotography & Stargazing - Perfect for Backyard Astronomy & Night Sky Observation

iOptron iEQ30 PRO Equatorial Mount with 2" Tripod

The iEQ30 Pro GOTO German equatorial mount is one of the next generation premium astro-imaging mounts from iOptron. Based on the success of the iOptron iEQ30 mount, the iEQ30 Pro uses a high resolution, low noise stepper motor to offer better GOTO and tracking accuracy. The iEQ30 Pro Equatorial Mount is made of the highest quality materials to ensure stability and durability. This lightweight (15 pounds) yet sturdy EQ mount has a payload of 30 pounds. It comes standard with a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope and a sturdy stainless steel tripod with 2” diameter legs.

iOptron iEQ30 Pro Equatorial Mount Highlights

• Specialized astrophotography mount ideal for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers
• Portable, compact, and sturdy German equatorial mount
• Payload capacity is 30 lb.(excluding counterweight)
• Weighs just 15 lb. (6.8 kg)
• Ultra-accurate tracking with temperature-compensated crystal oscillator (TCXO)
• FlexiTouch Gap-free structure for both R.A. and DEC worm gears
• Resolution is 0.14 arc second
• Go2Nova® 8407+ controller
• Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC)
• Built-in 32-channel Global Positioning System (GPS)
• Integrated ST-4 compatible autoguiding port
• AccuAlign G2 polar scope with dark-field illumination and Quick Polar Alignment procedure
• BrightStar Polar Alignment routine for those who can’t see the Pole Star
• iOptron port for electronic focuser, laser pointer, planetary dome control
• RS232 port for computer control via ASCOM platform
• Heated hand controller for low temperature operation (as low as -20C)
• 3.5 inch Vixen-type saddle