$2,595.00
Introducing iOptron’s new compact next-generation center-balance equatorial mounts the CEM26!
The CEM26, like its predecessors, prioritizes portability, weighing only 4.5kg but able to support up to a 12kg payload, resulting in an impressive 2.6 mount weight to payload ratio. The center-balanced design focuses the mount and payload weight directly on the tripod's center, providing natural stability, enabling such ratios.
The CEM26 expands on earlier CEM models by adding convenience and functionality. Its positive lock gear engagement system is easy to use, even while wearing gloves. The built-in Wi-Fi feature allows for unparalleled connectivity, and the mount also has a recordable permanent periodic error correction (PPEC) for optimal PEC training sessions. The CEM26 delivers precise pointing and accurate tracking, setting a new standard for compact equatorial mounts.
The adjustable counterweight bar prevents obstruction with the tripod, and polar aligning is quick and accessible at all times since the polar scope is not blocked by the declination shaft. The CEM26 is also equipped with the latest advanced GOTONOVA® GOTO technology, with a database of over 212,000+ objects. Its intuitive Go2Nova® Hand Controller and large 4-line LCD screen simplify the process of setting telescopes and locating objects.
The CEM26 comes with a heavy-duty stainless steel tripod and the iPolar electronic polar scope.
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Mount |
Center-Balanced Equatorial Mount |
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Payload | 12kg, excluding counterweight |
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Mount weight |
4.5kg |
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Payload/Mount weight |
2.60 |
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Structure Material |
All metal, Casting + CNC machined |
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Exterior Finish |
Powder coating |
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Periodic error (PE) |
<±10 arcsec |
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PEC |
Yes, Permanent PEC |
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Worm period |
600 sec |
| Right Ascension worm wheel | Φ88mm, 144 teeth aluminum |
| Declination worm wheel | Φ88mm, 144 teeth aluminum |
| Right Ascension axis shaft | Φ35mm steel |
| Declination axis shaft | Φ35mm steel |
| Right Ascension bearing | Φ55mm ball bearing |
| Declination bearing | Φ55mm ball bearing |
| Worm gears | Φ15.2mm, Brass |
| Motor drive | 1.8º stepper motor, 128X microdivision |
| Resolution | 0.17 arc seconds |
| Transmission | Synchronous belt |
| Latitude adjustment range | 0º ~ 60º |
| Azimuth adjustment range | ± 6º |
| Polar Scope | iPolar electronic polar scope |
| Level indicator | Level bubble |
| Hand Controller | Go2Nova® 8409 with ~212,000 objects database |
| Tracking | Automatic |
| Slew speed | 1×,2×,8×,16×,64×,128×,256×,512×,MAX(6º/sec) |
| Power consumption | 0.5A(Tracking), 0.8A(GOTO) |
| Power requirement | 12V DC, 5A |
| AC adapter | 100V ~ 240V (included) |
| Power-down memory | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Built-in |
| Communication port | Yes (Wi-Fi and USB) |
| Autoguide port | Yes (ST-4 compatible) |
| Firmware upgrade | Yes |
| PC computer control | Yes (ASCOM) |
| Counterweight shaft | Φ20X306mm (M16), Stainless Steel |
| Counterweight | 4.5kg |
| Tripod | 1.5" Stainless Steel (5kg) |
| Dovetail saddle | 3.8" Vixen-style, centre adjustable |
| Hard case | Not Included |
| GPS | Optional external 32-channel GPS |
| Autoguiding | Optional external iGuider 1 |
| Operation temperature | -10ºC ~ 40ºC |
This product is normally shipped by our freighter service.
Normal delivery is to pickup from their local depot or for delivery to a business address in main towns or cities.
Delivery to a residential address will incur a $45.00 surcharge.
Delivery to a small town or rural address may not be available. We will contact you separately to arrange shipping.
