L-350 Direct Drive Mount

Name: L-350 Direct Drive Mount
SKU: 600549
Price: 14000.00 USD
Availability: InStock

SKU# 600549

Price: $14,000.00

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Load capacity of 100 lbs (45 kg)
Direct-drive motors on each axis for smooth, fast, and virtually silent movement of the telescope
Slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second
High-resolution encoders on each axis for precise positioning
Zero backlash
Zero periodic error
PointXP mount modeling software
Enclosed electronics
Through the mount cabling
Alt/Az, or equatorial installation orientations

Description

The L-Series:

Combines versatility, simplicity, and affordability by combining all the technology of our observatory class telescopes into a compact stand-alone mount. In its Alt/Az configuration, it is considerably more compact than its equatorial counterpart, allowing a larger telescope to fit in a smaller enclosure. Unlike traditional German Equatorial mounts, there are no meridian flips to deal with, and no large protruding counterweights to create a dangerous hazard in a public observatory. Alt/Az is more intuitive to use and no polar alignment is needed. Besides, it is the way the pros do it! For added flexibility, the L-Series mounts can be installed in either Alt/Az or equatorial mode with the optional wedge accessory.

L-350 Mount Features:

Load capacity of 100 lbs (45 kg)
Direct-drive motors on each axis for smooth, fast, and virtually silent movement of the telescope
Slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second
High-resolution encoders on each axis for precise positioning
Zero backlash
Zero periodic error
PointXP mount modeling software
Enclosed electronics
Through the mount cabling

Specifications

Mount System

Type	Alt-Azimuth / Equatorial Direct Drive Mount
Weight	110 lbs (50 kg)
Max. Load Capacity	100 lbs (45 kg)
Latitude Range	0 to 90 degrees, Northern and Southern hemispheres
Cable Management	Equipment cables can be wired through mount
Swing-Through Length (From Altitude Axis)	22.5″

Control System

Control Electronics	PlaneWave Interface dual axis telescope control
User Interface	PlaneWave Interface 4 (PWI4) Control Software with integrated PointXP mount modeling software
Homing Sensors	Home position sensors are included allowing the mount can find its home position on power up.
Slew Rate	20 degrees per second (standard); 50 degrees per second (maximum), both axes
Power Requirement	Accepts 120 to 240 VAC. Supplied with 120 VAC 15A IEC Type B Regulated Power Adapter.

Motion Control

Motor Control	Industrial grade brushless motor control system and built in electronics
Motor – Azimuth and Altitude	Direct Drive 3 Phase Axial-Flux Torque Motors
Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude	152mm stainless steel encoder ring with reader built into the azimuth and altitude axes. 18,880,000 counts per revolution (0.069 arcsecond resolution).
Motor Torque	Approximately 20 ft-lbs continuous; 50 ft-lbs peak
Drive Electronics	Industrial grade, off-the-shelf brushless motor drives for each axis with custom designed interface card
Telescope Control Software	Uses PWI4. Incorporates PointXP mount modeling software by Dave Rowe. All ASCOM compatible.

System Performance

Pointing Accuracy	<10 arcsecond RMS with PointXP Model
Pointing Precision	2 arcseconds at sidereal velocity
Tracking Accuracy	0.3 arcseconds over a 5-minute period at sidereal velocity
System Natural Frequency	10 Hz or greater

For warranty information please check our Standard Warranty Page

Included Items

Hardware	Six 3/8-16 x 1/4″ socket head cap screws to bolt the mount to the pier, or wedge Six 3/8-16 x 1/4″ washers One extended length shoulder bolt for RA axis to EQ wedge alignment
One 16′ USB cable	To connect the mount to the observatory control computer
One 120VAC power cable	To provide power to the mount
Standard Allen Key set	For tightening bolts used on the mount
Flash drive	Contains PWI4 software for mount control and instructions for installation
Keller EZ-Saddle (600182)	To mount OTA