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Falcon Rotator V2 Pegasus Astro

Original price was: $ 690,00.Current price is: $ 207,00.

SKU: mode_8009712042233 Category: Astrophotography Accessories Tags: falcon-rotator, focuscube-v2, neaf2020, ultimate-power-box-v2

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Estimated launch: January 2024

The Falcon Rotator v2 is our new large aperture (M68) camera field rotator that impresses with its lightweight, low-profile design. Despite its slim profile, it possesses the remarkable capability to manage and accurately position even heavy image trains.

Operating the Falcon Rotator v2 is a seamless experience, thanks to its compatibility with classic ASCOM, native ASCOM Alpaca drivers and the Unity Platform software. This user-friendly design simplifies the process of automatically and precisely orienting your camera field, making your astrophotography endeavors significantly more convenient and efficient.

Precise Rotation

A powerful geared, low backlash stepper motor ensures that rotator will be precisely positioned to the designated degrees.

One Cable Operation

The rotator can be connected with a USB-C cable for both power and data, reducing complexity in your telescope setup. Additionally, it’s Wi-Fi enabled, allowing you to control your field rotation remotely from your mobile phone.

Rated Load

Falcon Rotator v2 has been tested at 6Kg or 13 lbs of imaging setup. The mechanical design allows to custom tighten internall bearing that can easily handle high payloads with nearly zero flexure.

Quick Overview

Large Aperture: M68 opening on both sides
Slim Backfocus: 15.5mm
De-Rotation support: For Alt-AZ field derotation
USB-C Connectivity: Single cable for power and data.
Rotates heavy imaging gear. Up to 6Kg
Wi-Fi Enabled: Hotspot and Wireless 2.4GHz client support.
ASCOM Alpaca Support: Seamless integration with popular software.
Firmware Upgradability: Future-proof with software updates

Description

Large Aperture in a Slim Design

The Falcon Rotator 2 has an impressively low profile, slim 15.5mm backfocus thickness and features openings on both sides with an M68 (2.67 inches) x 1mm pitch thread.

The motor has been strategically positioned away from the optical axis to ensure it does not interfere with your equipment.

Field De-Rotation support for Alt-Az mounts

Rotator has the mechanical precision to achieve field de-rotation. Supplied Unity Platform calculates Rate of Rotation (RoR) based on the site latitude, target altitude and azimuth position.

By fine-tuning the micro-step drive control of the motor, derotation can achieve an resolution as precise as 5 arc-seconds.

Examples of images taken with Falcon Rotator & Derotation with a Dobsonian Telescope

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ASCOM Alpaca Native Support

Falcon Rotator v2 offers Alpaca native support and a convenient web interface for easy smartphone control of your device.

ASCOM Alpaca outshines classic ASCOM drivers with its platform independence, modern web standards, streamlined installation, remote control capabilities, extensibility, and open-source options. This ensures superior compatibility and user-friendly performance, making it the preferred choice for advanced astronomy applications.

Falcon Rotator v2 comes equipped with an integrated web server that seamlessly communicates with Alpaca clients natively. This integration enhances the user experience by providing easy access to image-rotation control through ASCOM Alpaca but also monitoring from any device with a web browser such as a smart phone.

Cable Wrap Prevention

Rotator does not allow a clockwise turn above 220 degrees. It will turn anti-clickwise when it has to be moved above 220 degrees.

A nice cable wrap/snag prevention feature out of the box.

Available Adapters

Backfocus Thickness: 1.40 mm
Thread Length: 4.0 mm
M48 adapters have internal M42 thread.
M54 adapters have internal M48 thread.

You can purchace the adapters below:
from Left to Right:

Female Adapters

M68M to M42F (ADAPT-M68MM42F)
M68M to M48F (ADAPT-M68MM48F)
M68M to M54F (ADAPT-M68MM54F)

Male Adapters

M68M to M68M (ADAPT-M68MM68M)
M68M to M54M (ADAPT-M68MM54M)
M68M to M48M (ADAPT-M68MM48M)
M68M to M42M (ADAPT-M68MM42M)

Specifications

Physical Size	180mm x 140mm x 56mm
Material	Anodised Aluminium
Clear Aperture	M68 / 1mm pitch thread
Steps per degree	Supports micro-stepping (x2,4,8,16,32)
Payload	6Kg / 13.2lbs
Telescope Side	M68 Opening
Camera Side	M68
Back Focus	15.5mm
Weight	0.7Kg / 1.54 lbs)
Connectivity	USB 2.0 with USB-C
Operating Power	5V, 0.9A

Fast Shipping and Professional Packaging

Due to our longstanding partnership with UPS FedEx DHL as well as other major international carriers, we are able to provide various shipping options. Our warehouse personnel will pack each item according to our strict requirements. Before they are shipped, your goods will be thoroughly examined and secured. Everyday, we send to thousands of clients in different countries. This is a sign of our determination to become the largest online retailer globally. The warehouses and centers for distribution are in Europe, as well as the USA.

Note that orders containing more than one item will be processed according to the specific item.

Before shipping before shipping, we'll inspect thoroughly the items you've purchased. Most orders are delivered within 48 hours. The estimated delivery time is between 3 and 7 days.

Returns

The inventory is always changing and we do not fully manage it because of the fact that many parties are involved, including our warehouse and factory. Therefore, the actual inventory could change at any time. It's possible that your order will be unable to fill when you have placed the order.

Our policy is valid for 30 days. If 30 days have gone without a trace since the purchase and we are unable to offer an exchange or refund.

In order for your item to be returned it must be in its original packaging, unopened and in the same condition as when you received it in. It must also be in its original packaging.