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Overview
*Mount pictured with optional Large Dovetail Versa-Plate
- 240 lb (109 kg) total instrument capacity; 480 lb (2180 kg) Total capacity
- New MKS 5000 Control system featuring USB 2.0 computer to mount interface
- Calibrated polar alignment adjustments make TPoint-assisted polar alignment a breeze
- Belt-driven gears offer virtually zero backlash
- Unibody mount design weighs 84 lb (38 kg)
- Maximum 7 arcseconds peak-to-peak periodic error before PEC
- Ample room to add through the mount cabling
- Power supply and PC-to-mount cabling included
- Versatile equipment mounting plate (a.k.a. the Versa-Plate) that accepts virtuall any optical tube assembly
- All electronics and wiring are enclosed within the mount (power supply is external)
- 30 arcsecond or better all sky pointing accuracy using TPoint telescope modeling software and Super Model™
- Clutchless design maintains the TPoint assisted pointing accuracy
- Two port USB 2.0 hub on the Instrument Panel
- Track or slew up to three hours past the meridian
Description
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Component |
Paramount ME II |
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Control system electronics |
MKS 5000 (Fifth generation) One board includes all ports and control system electronics |
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Counterweight shaft |
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Counterweights |
14 kg (30 lb), two included |
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Declination bearing |
8-in (48 contact points) |
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Declination gear diameter |
9.5 in. |
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Declination housing |
5 in. x 0.5 in. wall 6061 aluminum tubing |
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Declination shaft diameter |
3.0 in. |
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Declination worm diameter |
1.0 in. |
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Hours past meridian (track and slew) |
2 |
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Maximum slew speed* |
4 degrees per second in right ascension and declination* |
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*Maximum Slew Speed Disclaimer The factory default of 80% maximum slew rate works well with most payloads over a wide range of temperatures. Paramount mounts can slew at the maximum slew rate with a balanced payload that is approximately 50% or less of the total rated capacity, when the spring plunger pressure adjusted to factory standards at moderate ambient temperatures. As the mass of the payload increases, and/or the ambient temperature decreases, the mount may not be able to maintain maximum slew speeds. When near or above the stated capacity of the mount, or during cold temperature operation, slower maximum slew speeds and lower accelerations will be required. |
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Motor diameter |
2.3 in. |
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Motor torque |
30 in-oz |
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Physical hard stop position |
Configurable |
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Power supply |
221 W (+48VDC, 4.6A max.) |
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Right ascension bearing |
8 in. (48 contact points) |
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Right ascension gear diameter |
11.4 in. |
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Right ascension housing |
7 in. x 0.5 in. wall 6061 aluminum tubing |
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Right ascension shaft diameter |
3.0 in. |
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Right ascension worm diameter |
1.0 in. |
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Software included |
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Through the mount cabling |
Large diameter cable conduits. Cables can be run through the mount without altering polar alignment, removing the optical tube assembly, or altering the polar alignment and no mount disassembly is required.
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USB ports on Instrument Panel |
Two (2) |
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Weight (mount body with no payload) |
38 kg (84 lb) |
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Weight capacity (total payload without counterweights) |
109 kg (240 lb) |
Note: Because of the size and value of these mounts, any additional shipping costs will be calculated and charged at time of shipping.
Please include a phone number and/or e-mail address when placing your order so that one of our equipment specialists can contact you about customization options for this mount.
Final shipping costs to be determined after checkout
Specifications
For more information on construction, specifications, and accessories click here.
Photo showing Paramount ME II and Paramount MX Robotic Telescope Systems
| Encoder | Motor Encoders, On-Axis Absolute Encoders |
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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.
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