iOptron CEM70G GoTo Mount

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Following the great success of the CEM60, iOptron has launched a new mount in the same category that is even more advanced!

The new CEM70 has the typical appearance 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 payload capacity and mount weight. In the case of the CEM70, this ratio is 2.3: this means the mount is capable of carrying more than double its own weight! This is why it proves to be a valid instrument for portable use, while also being excellent for astronomical observatories.

Stepper motors and toothed belt drive allow for high GoTo pointing precision and, above all, extreme tracking accuracy, with a periodic error of less than +/- 3.5 arcseconds - all with the usual, pleasant, quiet operation 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 a laptop.
• Stepper motors (1.8° with 128 microsteps) which guarantee precision in pointing and tracking.
• Go2Nova 8407 hand controller with integrated heating to prevent fogging of the large display.
• 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 secure!
• Large knobs that are easy to use even while wearing gloves.

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

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

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 be highly satisfied with such a powerful work tool as the CEM70G mount, which is able to satisfy any desire in terms of payload capacity.

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

Main features

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• Type: Mount
• Name: CEM70
• Maximum load (kg): 31
• Interfaces: USB 2.0
• Power supply: 12V (AC adapter included)
• Menu Language: English

Main technical specifications