PlaneWave L500 Direct Drive Alt Azimuth Mount

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    PlaneWave L500 Direct Drive Alt Azimuth Mount

    PlaneWave Instruments is proud to introduce its new L-Series direct drive mount system.

    Offered in Alt-Az or Equatorial configuration. The  L-500  designed for the CDK17/20 capable of holding a payload of over 200 lbs.

    All mounts are designed and manufactured by PlaneWave Instruments with zero backlash and zero periodic error, virtually silent motion and slew speeds of up to 50 degrees per second!

    The PlaneWave L500 combines versatility, simplicity and affordability by combining all the technology of our Observatory class telescopes into a compact stand-alone mount.   In its Alt/Az configuration it is considerably more compact than its equatorial counterpart, allowing a larger telescope to fit in a smaller enclosure. The mass it takes to make a rigid alt/az mount is substantially less, leading to cost savings. Unlike German Equatorial mounts, there are no meridian flips to deal with, and no  large protruding counterweights to create a dangerous hazard in a public observatory. Alt/Az is more intuitive to use and no polar alignment is needed. Besides, it is the way the pros do it!

    Planewave L500 Mount Features:

    • Direct-drive motors on each axis for smooth, fast, and virtually silent movement of the telescope
    • Slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second
    • High resolution encoders on each axis for precise positioning
    • Zero backlash
    • Zero periodic error
    • PointXP mount modeling software
    • Enclosed electronics
    • Through the mount cabling

    FEATURES:

    Direct drive motors and encoders Direct Drive motors and on-axis encoders eliminate the need for  gears, thereby eliminating backlash and periodic error. With high-resolution encoders providing the feedback for the direct drive motors, not only will the telescope track without periodic error and backlash, the mount will also counter wind gusts with precise servo feedback.  
    Incredible Slew Speed The direct drive motors can move the telescope at speeds up to 50 degrees per second for tracking satellites or just to minimize target acquisition time.  
    Dual mounting bracket PlaneWave style mounting bracket to hold CDK17/20 onto inside of fork arm with additional option of mounting a scope on the outside of the fork arm. Optional dovetail clamp required.  
    Azimuth dovetail balance system For precise center of gravity balance whether in Alt-Az or Equatorial configuration  
    Through the mount cabling Access panels in the fork arm and azimuth axis allow for camera equipment cabling through the inside of the mount.  

    MOUNT SYSTEM

    Type Alt-Azimuth / Equatorial Direct Drive Mount
    Weight 257 lbs (100 kg)
    Component Weights Azimuth Base – 121 lbs, Fork Arm – 136 lbs
    Max. Load Capacity 200 lbs (91 kg)
    Latitude Range 0 to 90 degrees, Northern and Southern hemispheres
    Cable Management Equipment cables can be wired through mount

    CONTROL SYSTEM

    Control Electronics PlaneWave Interface dual axis telescope control
    User Interface PlaneWave Interface 4 (PWI4) Control Software with integrated PointXP mount modeling software
    Homing Sensors Home position sensors are included allowing the mount can find its home position on power up.
    Slew Rate 20 degrees per second (standard); 50 degrees per second (maximum), both axes
    Power Requirement Accepts 120 VAC. Supplied with 12VDC 15A Regulated Power Adapter

    MOTION CONTROL

    Motor Control Industrial grade brushless motor control system and built in electronics
    Motor – Azimuth and Altitude Direct Drive 3 Phase Axial-Flux Torque Motors
    Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude 152mm disk built into the azimuth and altitude axes with stainless steel encoder on the circumference with reader yields 18,880,000 counts per revolution of the telescope. This translates to about 0.069 arcsecond resolution
    Motor Torque Approximately 20 ft-lbs continuous; 50 ft-lbs peak
    Drive Electronics Industrial grade, off-the-shelf brushless motor drives for each axis with custom designed interface card
    Telescope Control Software PlaneWave Interface (PWI4). Incorporates PointXP mount modeling software by Dave Rowe All ASCOM compatible.

    SYSTEM PERFORMANCE

    Pointing Accuracy <10 arcsecond RMS with PointXP Model
    Pointing Precision 2 arcsecond
    Tracking Accuracy < .3 arcsecond error over 5 minute period
    System Natural Frequency 10 Hz or greater

    Check the PlaneWave website for Instructions and Schematics.

    NOTE: This Product has a long lead time. For more information email education@bintel.com.au

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