HAE43B-EC AZ/EQ dual SWG w/ iMate

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iOptron HAE43B-EC AZ/EQ dual SWG w/ iMate
iOptron HAE43B-EC AZ/EQ dual SWG w/ iMate
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The HAE43B-EC is a high-performance dual-mode mount head from iOptron, designed for both Alt-Azimuth (AZ) and Equatorial (EQ) operation (“AZ/EQ Dual”). It uses advanced strain-wave-gear (SWG) drives on both the RA and DEC axes, delivering compact, high-precision performance. According to iOptron, the mount features an integrated iMate computer board (for device/tablet/PC control) and includes a high-precision RA encoder (“EC” version) for real-time periodic error correction.

Key Features

  • Strain‐wave gear drives on both RA & DEC axes—compact and backlash-minimized motion system.

  • Dual‐mode design: Use the head in AZ mode for simpler visual observing, or switch to EQ mode for tracking/astrophotography.

  • Payload capacity: ~44 lb (≈20 kg) without counterweight in ideal conditions.

  • Mount head weight: approx. 12.8 lb (≈5.8 kg) including the dovetail saddle.

  • iMate integrated computing/control board: enables computer/PC control and advanced connectivity (USB-C, etc).

  • High precision RA encoder (the “EC” designation): supports improved tracking accuracy, enabling longer imaging sessions with less dependence on guiding.

  • Electronic friction brake + power-down memory: The mount can safely stop in case of power interruption and resume tracking or GoTo functions without full re-alignment.

  • Dual saddle (Vixen + Losmandy style) for flexible optical tube mounting.

  • Integrated ST-4 autoguide port, USB control, dual-mode connectivity.

Technical Specifications (Typical)

  • Mount type: Strain wave gear “SWG” dual-mode AZ/EQ mount head

  • Payload (without counterweight): ~44 lb (20 kg) under ideal balance conditions.

  • Mount head weight: ~12.8 lb (5.8 kg) including dovetail saddle.

  • Gear period: ~270 seconds (for strain-wave gearing).

  • Maximum slew speed: ~6°/sec (per comparable models)

  • Power: Typically DC 12 V, with current draw on the order of ~0.7 A tracking, ~1.2 A during GoTo (based on similar models).

  • Operating temperature range: approx −20 °C to +40 °C for the mount electronics.

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