iOptron CEM70 GoTo Mount

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Following the great success of the CEM60, iOptron is launching a new mount in the same category on the market, even more advanced!

The new CEM70 has the typical look of the reliable CEM series mounts, an acronym that stands for center-balanced equatorial mount. The design of these instruments allows for a particularly advantageous ratio between load capacity and mount weight. In the case of the CEM70, this ratio is 2.3: this means that the mount is able to carry more than double its own weight! This is why it proves to be a valuable tool for mobile use, while at the same time also excellent for astronomical observatories.

The stepper motors and the toothed belt drive allow for great GoTo pointing precision, but above all, extreme tracking accuracy, with a periodic error of less than +/- 3.5 arcseconds - all with the usual, pleasant operating silence typical of iOptron mounts.

The CEM70 mount is available in two versions:

In addition to the features already mentioned, the standard version includes:

• Integrated iPolar camera. This camera replaces the classic polar scope and allows for precise and convenient north alignment via laptop.
• Stepper motors (1.8° with 128 micro-steps) that guarantee precision in pointing and tracking.
• Go2Nova 8407 hand controller with integrated heating to prevent the large display from fogging up.
• 32-channel GPS: the computerized control always knows where it is and already knows the date and time for GoTo initialization.
• Advanced cable management with the possibility of connecting accessories.
• Dual saddle for attaching dovetail bars according to the Vixen and Losmandy standard. With a 20-centimeter-long saddle, even heavy optics are safe!
• Large knobs that are easy to use even with gloves.

Both versions of the CEM70 can be connected to an autoguider via the ST-4 port. This allows for perfect tracking control for images that require long exposure times.

The CEM70G version is additionally equipped with an integrated autoguider, iOptron's new iGuider! It therefore does not require alternative solutions for autoguiding!

Furthermore, only the CEM70G version provides an integrated WLAN (WiFi) network and a fast USB 3.0 port for communication with an external computer (PC or laptop). Astrophotographers will find great satisfaction in such a powerful work tool as the CEM70G mount, which is able to satisfy any desire in terms of load capacity.

Both versions of the CEM70 are supplied in a sturdy carrying case.

Both versions of the CEM70 are supplied complete with a sturdy carrying case.

Key features

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• Type: Mount
• Name: CEM70
• Maximum load (kg): 31
• Interfaces: USB 2.0
• Power supply: 12 (Transformer included)
• Menu language: English

Main technical specifications