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I have an early model PMX and also a PME mount. The PME is way more reliable and fussfree. The PMX once sorted seems fine but there have been numerous threads on this site of bugs with the original PMX. Noone has posted about the PMX+ but I would say it would be a definite risk especially seeing as there is a known posted problem with loose connections.
Are AP mounts able to be remotely controlled or is this really only a SB feature?
As far as payload goes I thought the PMX+ had a higher payload capacity than the original PMX which had a max of about 45kgs (72lbs).
It would not be good practice to max out a mount for imaging weightwise.
A 2nd hand proven trouble free PME would be a cheaper and more reliable alternative. Their older PME are known superb and reliable mounts. They are also very strong.
The 3 way switch system of the PMX is the weak point of their system and fails or needs to be readjusted. I see they replicated that on their newer PME 11 so either they redesigned or put the same lousy system in their new mount.
Greg.
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