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Old 06-07-2015, 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by garymck View Post
The Gemini uses servo motors, The Astroeq controller uses steppers - just like Skywatcher motors....

The steppers cost $14US each + freight. The Losmandy motors are $289 each from Bintel +$49 each for a gearbox....

Cheaper to buy motors and controller than buy 1 motor /gerarbox from Bintel...

Gary
Do you get the same resolution with your direct drive?
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