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iOptron Mini Tower

The next generation of iOptron's portable GOTO mounts.

11kg. of Payload   Born out of the popular iOptron Cube, MiniTower is the ultimate observing solution for people who are searching for a capable and portable GOTO telescope mount to counter light pollution in their backyards and for travel convenience. With a standard payload of 11kg, a rock solid 1.5”alloy/stainless steel tripod, metal worm and gear and two dovetail adaptors-- The MiniTower  is capable of handling most OTAs. 

Accurate GOTO and Tracking   Equipped with the most advanced SmartStar  GOTO technology, MiniTower  is one of the most powerful and accurate GOTO mounts. The standard 8401 hand controller offers the superb navigation experience with an 8 line LCD back-lit display, a 130,000 object database and a USB port for easy connection with ASCOM compliant PC planetarium programs. With a typical GOTO accuracy of 1 arc minute and the SmartStar precision auto-tracking, MiniTower will consistently bring the celestial object of your choice to the center of the eye-piece and keep tracking for hours. 

Additional Unique Features    Powered with other features such as automatic over-current protection, automatic clutch protection for both axes, easy 3-point level adjustment, dual scope setup with two dovetails and much more, MiniTower  is one of the most user-friendly GOTO mounts available today.

 

Priced at R9 500.00

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  • Specifications

  • 25 lb Payload

  • 8 lbs of additional payload on the balancing side

  • All metal (aluminum alloy and stainless steel ) heavy duty tripod

  • 1.5” stainless steel legs

  • Internal GPS

  • 8401 controller with USB port and 130,000 objects in database

  • Accurate SmartStar GOTO and auto-tracking

  • Conical bearings, 4 steel ball bearings

  • Metal worm/gears

  • Automatic over-current protection

  • Automatic clutch protection for both axes

  • Typical GOTO accuracy: 1 Arc Min.

  • Resolution: 1 Arc Sec.

  • Dual scope setup with two dovetails

  • High accuracy level indicator

  • 3-point easy level adjustment

  • Manual push-to for both Axes

  • Standard counterweight

  • Standard USB cable

  • Standard DC adaptor cable with car lighter plug

  • Tripod weight: 13 lbs.

 

 

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