Building on the triumph of the iOptron CEM60 center-balance equatorial mount, we're thrilled to roll out two groundbreaking medium payload center-balance mounts—introducing the CEM70AW, the new gold standard in the 70lb payload category. This mount is loaded with cutting-edge features like USB3.0 and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Staying true to the core principles of center balance, these moderately-sized yet powerful mounts deliver the efficiency, accuracy, and portability that astronomers and astrophotographers crave. With razor-sharp GOTO pointing and tracking accuracy of less than ±5 arcsec, the CEM70 delivers for both stargazers and snapshot takers.

We've added some cool new bells and whistles like the built-in iPolar electronic polar scope, gear engagement levers you can handle even with gloves on, and a streamlined cable management system that accommodates the mount, iPolar, guide camera, and your main camera. All this to say, we've designed the CEM70AW keeping you—the user—in mind.

What's more, the CEM70AW package comes with the iPolar electronic polar scope and a durable hard case to keep it all safe.

Feature Rundown

• Center-balanced Equatorial Mount (CEM) design for optimal payload and stability.
• Equally awesome for visual astronomy and astrophotography.
• 70lb (31.8 kg) payload capacity; mount itself weighs just 30lb (13.6 kg).
• Gear clutches that are a breeze to use and super reliable.
• Fine-tuned altitude and azimuth adjustments.
• Stepper motor boasting 0.07 arcsec accuracy for dead-on GOTO and tracking.
• Integrated iPolar electronic polar scope.
• Go2Nova® 8410 controller featuring Advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO tech with a built-in heater.
• Top-notch tracking with a low periodic error (PE) of <±5 arcsec.
• Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC).
• 32-channel GPS built right in.
• Wi-Fi capabilities for remote controlling.
• USB3.0 for fast and efficient data transfer.
• Built-in ST-4 autoguiding port.
• Cable management system that gives you flexibility.
• Spring-loaded 8" Vixen/Losmandy dual saddle.
• NEW: iOptron-subsidized TheSky Imaging Edition software.

What's in the Box

• Box 1 of 2 (Item #C702AW)
  • CEM70AW mount head packed in a hard case along with accessories.
• Box 2 of 2 (Item #7226)
  • A 9.5kg counterweight to keep things balanced.

So there you have it—everything you need for a stellar observing and imaging experience!

Specifications

Mount Center-balanced Equatorial Mount (CEM) Payload* 31.8kg (70 lbs), exclude counterweight Mount weight 13.6kg (30 lbs) Payload/Mount weight ratio 2.33 Material All metal Latitude adjustment range 0°~ 65° Azimuth adjustment range ± 4° PE (by encoder)** < ±5 arcsec Worm period 348 sec PEC PPEC Right Ascension worm wheel Φ151mm, 248 teeth Declination worm wheel Φ151mm, 248 teeth Worm Φ21.2mm Right Ascension axle Φ55mm, steel Declination axle Φ55mm, steel Right Ascension bearings Φ80mm Declination bearings Φ80mm Counterweight shaft Φ28x 415 mm (SS, 1.9kg) Counterweight 9.5 kg (20 lbs) x1 Mount base size Φ152mm Motor drive Precision stepper motor w/128 micro-step Resolution 0.07 arc seconds Slew speed 3.75°/sec (900x) max. Hand Controller Go2Nova® 8410, 8 line 21 character LCD Power requirement*** DC 12V, 5A (5.5mm/2.5mm plug) Power consumption 0.6A(Tracking),0.8A(GOTO) Polar Scope Internal electronic polar scope, iPolar Meridian treatment Stop (0-10° pass), auto flip Zero position Automatic zero search Park position Horizontal, vertical, current, alt/azi input Level indicator YES Dovetail saddle 8" Losmandy D & Vixen GPS YES Guiding port ST-4 Communication port USB3.0, Wifi Cable management 1xDC12V (3A), 3xUSB3.0, 1xDC in/2xDC out, iPort. 1X USB input for mount, iGuider, iPolar and more Operation temperature range -10°C ~ +40°C Hard case YES Pier/Tripod Optional LiteRoc tripod (8023ACC) or pier Warranty Two year limited * OTA size and length dependent. ** Measured with encoder on the bench, 348 seconds *** Included AC adapter is for indoor use only