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iEQ30! the next in the iEQ Series of high-performance, portable equatorial mounts

The iEQ30 offers the next generation GoTo technology from iOptron®. It come standard with a calibrated dark field illumination polar scope, built-in GPS, and sturdy 1.5 -inch stainless steel tripod legs. Plus, it offers premium performance in an easy-to-transport package. Priced affordably – the iEQ30 is definitely worth its weight in gold.

iEQ30™ Features

• Specialized astrophotography mount ideal for entry-level and intermediate astrophotographers
• Payload: 31 lbs (14kg)
• Mount weight: 15 lbs
• Portable, compact, and sturdy German equatorial mount with the highest Payload/Mount ratio (2.0) in the category
• ST-4 autoguiding port capable of reverse guiding with autoprotection
• Permanant periodic error correction (PEC)
• Ultra-accurate tracking with temperature compensated crystal oscillator
• Calibrated polar scope with dark-field illumination and easy polar alignment procedure, allowing for fast and accurate polar alignment
• Built-in 32-channel GPS
• #8407 controller with Advanced GoToNOVA® technology
• Resolution: 0.1 arc second
• Controller includes heating mechanism for working at low temperatures down to -20 C
• RS232 port for ASCOM control
• Includes Vixen-style mounting saddle.
• Heavy-duty stainless steel tripod legs
• Optional pier and hard case.
• Accessories include: counterweight, extension bar, AC adaptor, 12V DC car plug adaptor, and RS232 cable

Mount	German Equatorial Mount
Payload	31 lbs (14kg), excluding counterweight
Mount Weight	15 lbs (6.8kg)
R.A  Worm	Ø108mm, 180 teeth
Declination Worm	Ø87mm, 144 teeth
Right Ascension Axis	Ø40mm
Declination Axis	Ø30mm
Motor Drive	Precision DC servo with encoder
Resolution	0.11 arc seconds
Transmission	Synchronous belt/Gear
Latitude Adjustment Range	0º ~ 65º
Azimuth Adjustment Range	± 6º
GPS	Internal 32-channel GPS
Polar Scope	Yes. AccuAligningTM Polar Scope with dark field illumination
Level Indicator	Yes
Hand Controller	Go2NovaTM 8407 with 358,000 objects database
Power Requirement	12V DC(11～15V), 2Amp
PEC	Permanent PEC
Tracking	Automatic
Speed	1×,2×,8×,16×,64×,128×,256×,512×,MAX(~4º/sec)
Counterweight Bar	Ø20mmX250mm, Ø20mmX185mm
Counterweight	10 lbs (4.5kg)
Tripod	1.5” Stainless Steel (10.6lb or 4.8kg)
Dovetail	3.5" VIXEN
Power Consumption	0.25A(Tracking), 0.6A(GOTO)
Power Requirement	12V DC(11 ~ 15V), 2Amp
AC Adapter	100V ~ 240V (included)
Serial port	Yes (on hand controller)
RS232 port	Yes (on mount)
Autoguide port	Yes (ST-4 compatible)
Firmware Upgrade	Yes
PC Computer Control	Yes (ASCOM)
Working Temperature	10ºC ~ 40ºC
Warranty	Two Years Limited