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Originally Posted by toc
I guess it depends on the payload capacity you are after...In the higher weight classes I would through out (other than the two companies you have mentioned)
iOptron CEM120 - I've been very happy with the CEM70, and we have at least two fantastic iOptron dealers in Australia that will provide support. Fair amount of iOptron haters around but I am a happy camper.
JWT: There is the new P75 by JWT which is starting to get more buzz (its well under 10K) but it is a bit new on the market, so I would wait a bit until more people own them. Initial reports seem great, and the company is very open it seems. Sidereal Trading are going to be re-selling them next year.
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Yes, the CEM70 was mentioned and I have had a bit of a look. I'll also look at the JWT. Thanks.
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Originally Posted by Peter Ward
I have the AP Mach2.
It has no backlash, perfect tracking, no meaningful PE, can easily carry my 27Kg Honders astrograph and can be driven with a PC, Mac or iPad, via USB, Bluetooth or WiFi....but I also use the AP hand paddle.
It is the most precise mount I have used to date.
The only downside is you do have to wait a bit to get one.
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Thank you Mr Ward. That is exactly the kind of replay I needed. I am already leaning towards AP and your gentle nudge may certainly help.
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Originally Posted by muletopia
Bart. you might consider a Mesu Mount 200. Several IIS people have one.
Mine currently carries a Mewlon 250 with a large guide scope and a permanently mounted 200 mm focal length scope for SharpCap polar alignment.
The mount is controlled by Sidereal technology servo 2 which is very powerful and ASCOM compliant, it is found by Aastroart NINIA and Nebulosity with no problem.
Load capacity for imaging ~50 kilos.
PHD2 guides it nicely.
Chris
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Hi Chris. Yes, looked at the Mesu. Seems a bit Steam Punk looking for me although I acknowledge it is a serious contender.
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Originally Posted by mura_gadi
I thought the Hobym mounts we're pretty flash, very light weight for the carrying capacity. I have no experience with them and they did start with a few teething problems which seem to have been resolved.
The traveller version weighs in at 3 kilos and can carry 7-13 kilos, the upper end of the carrying spec's need a counter weight.
The CRUX T-4000 does not require counter weights up to 40 to 60 kg...
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Thanks muri_gadi, I'll take a look!
Just need someone with a MyT to chime in and I can then ponder and procrastinate till my heart is content.
