Rainbow Astro RST-300 Harmonic Mount
Rainbow Astro RST-300 Mount: Robust Performance in a Compact Package No Need for Counterweights: Revolutionizes traditional telescope mounting by eliminating the need for counterweights, even with a load capacity up...
Description
Rainbow Astro RST-300 Mount: Robust Performance in a Compact Package
- No Need for Counterweights: Revolutionizes traditional telescope mounting by eliminating the need for counterweights, even with a load capacity up to 30kg.
- Remarkably Lightweight: Weighs only 8.5kg, significantly lighter compared to traditional worm gear mounts, enhancing portability and ease of use.
- High Load Capacity: Despite its lightweight build, it can handle a substantial capacity of 30kg, with a maximum limit of 50kg.
- Innovative Strain Wave Gear Technology: Employs strain wave gear (harmonic drive) for precision movement, virtually eliminating backlash and maintenance concerns.
- Built-in Brake System in RA Axis: Features a unique brake system to prevent back drive, ensuring safety and stability when the mount power is off.
- CNC Machined Aluminum Construction: Made of durable aluminum alloy AL6061, known for its strength and lightness, with a beautifully machined surface.
- Versatile and Safe for Narrow Spaces: Ideal for use in limited spaces due to the absence of a weight bar, reducing accidents caused by counterweights.
- Balance-Insensitive Performance: Unlike worm gear mounts, it's not sensitive to balance changes, perfect for mounting multiple telescopes or changing accessories.
- Wireless Connectivity: Built-in WiFi for remote control via the SkySafari app and ASCOM driver compatibility, offering wireless GOTO and AutoGuide functions.
- Integrated GPS and Home Sensor: Comes with a built-in GPS receiver for precise positioning and a home sensor for maintaining alignment data, ideal for setting up a remote observatory.
- 5-Year Warranty: Includes a comprehensive five-year warranty, providing long-term reliability and customer assurance.
Specifications
Mount
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Mount type | Dual mount – German Equatorial, Alt-Azimuth |
| Gear | Strain wave gear (Harmonic Drive) |
| Load Capacity | 30kg(without counterweights), 50kg(with counterweights) |
| Recommend Telescope | 12inch Reflector, 7inch Refractor (without counterweights) |
| Weight | 8.5kg |
| Volume | 18.3 x 17.5 x 27.9 cm |
| Material | Aluminum alloy AL6061, Steel, Brass |
| Surface coating | Anodizing |
| Gear size(RA) | Model No. 25 (Based on HDS) |
| Gear size(DEC) | Model No. 25 (Based on HDS) |
| Motor | Swiss made Maxon DC Servo Motor |
| Latitude range | 0 to 90 degrees |
Hand Controller
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Max Slew Rate | 1,200x (5deg/sec) – 16V DC 1,000x (4deg/sec) – 12V DC |
| Input Power | DC 12V ~ 16V |
| Power Consumption(Tracking, 12V) | 0.4A |
| Power Consumption (Slew, 12V) | 4.0A |
| PC Connection | ASCOM Driver |
| GPS | Built-in (Hand Controller) |
| WiFi | Built-in (Hand Controller) |
| Home Sensor | Built-in |
| Brake | Built-in RA axis : To prevent back-driving |
| High voltage, reverse polarity input protection | Built-in |
Software and Docs
Manuals
Software
FTDI USB Virtual Com Port(VCP) Drivers
Rainbow Astro RST-300 Harmonic Mount
$8,490.00