Rainbow Astro RST-135E Harmonic Mount
Rainbow Astro RST-135E Mount: Lightweight Precision for Advanced Astronomy Counterweight-Free Design: Innovative design that eliminates the need for counterweights, streamlining setup and usage. Ultra-Lightweight and Portable: Weighs just 3.4kg and...
Description
Rainbow Astro RST-135E Mount: Lightweight Precision for Advanced Astronomy
- Counterweight-Free Design: Innovative design that eliminates the need for counterweights, streamlining setup and usage.
- Ultra-Lightweight and Portable: Weighs just 3.4kg and is compact enough to fit in one hand, ideal for frequent use and travel.
- Impressive Payload Capacity: Despite its light weight, it can carry up to 13.5kg, with a maximum capacity of 18kg.
- Advanced Strain Wave Gear: Utilizes strain wave gear (harmonic drive) instead of traditional worm gears, resulting in almost no backlash and no maintenance needs.
- High-Resolution Renishaw Encoder: Built into the RA axis, achieving a remarkable periodic error of only ±2.5 arcseconds.
- Autoguide-Free Operation: Particularly beneficial for those reluctant to use autoguide systems, with excellent tracking accuracy.
- Convenient for Mobile Observing: Its lightweight and balance-insensitive nature make it perfect for both domestic and overseas observations.
- Durable and Aesthetically Pleasing: Made from CNC machined aluminum alloy AL6061 used in aircraft, combining durability with an appealing machined surface.
- Wireless Control Options: Features built-in WiFi for control via the SkySafari app, with ASCOM Driver compatibility for both WiFi and USB connections.
- Built-In GPS and Home Sensor: Equipped with a GPS receiver for accurate positioning and a home sensor for maintaining Star Alignment data, ideal for remote observatories.
- 5-Year Warranty: Offers a five-year warranty, ensuring long-term reliability and user satisfaction.
Specifications
Mount
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Mount type | Dual mount – German Equatorial, Alt-Azimuth |
| Reducer | Strain wave gear (Harmonic Drive) |
| Load Capacity | 13.5kg(without counter weight), 18kg(with counter weight) |
| Recommend Telescope | 8inch Reflector, 5inch Refractor |
| Weight | 3.4kg |
| Volume | 14.4 x 13.1 x 20.5 cm |
| Material | Aluminum alloy AL6061, Steel, Brass |
| Surface coating | Anodizing |
| Reducer size(RA) | Model No. 17 (Based on HDS) |
| Reducer size(DEC) | Model No. 14 (Based on HDS) |
| Motor | Swiss made Maxon DC Servo Motor |
| Latitude range | 0 to 90 degrees |
| High resolution encoder | Built-in RA axis, Renishaw |
Hand Controller
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Max Slew Rate | 1,800x (7.5deg/sec) – 16V DC |
| Input Power | DC 12V ~ 16V |
| Power Consumption(Tracking, 12V) | 0.2A |
| Power Consumption (Slew, 12V) | 1.0~2.0A |
| PC Connection | ASCOM Driver |
| GPS | Built-in (Hand Controller) |
| WiFi | Built-in (Hand Controller) |
| Home Sensor | Built-in |
| Compatibility | ASIAIR, StellarMate |
| Periodic error | ±2.5arcsec (430sec) |
Software and Docs
Manuals
Software
FTDI USB Virtual Com Port(VCP) Drivers
Rainbow Astro RST-135E Harmonic Mount
$5,495.00