iOptron HAE16C AZ/EQ Mount Dual SWG Hybrid: the lightest strain wave in the series
The iOptron HAE16C is an AZ/EQ mount with strain wave drive (harmonic drive) on both axes. Without counterweight, it carries 7.3 kg (16 lbs). Use it in alt-azimuth mode for quick visual observing or equatorial for long-exposure astrophotography.
This is the most compact HAE: small enough for carry-on luggage and strong enough for a compact apochromat or telephoto lens setup. The Go2Nova 8411 hand controller, WiFi, and GPS are included as standard in this version.
Time and position are set automatically by the GPS, so the setup is ready in minutes.
Strain wave: power without counterbalance
The strain wave gears deliver a high torque without backlash, making a counterweight unnecessary in most setups. That saves kilograms of heavy lifting and minutes of setup time.
The electronic friction brake on both axes safely stops the mount in case of a power failure, and the power-down memory saves the alignment, so you can continue without re-aligning.
Operation of your choice
Works with the included Go2Nova 8411 hand controller, or wirelessly via WiFi with iOptron Commander Lite or SkySafari. Computer control is available via ASCOM and INDI.
The USB port is used for firmware updates and wired control.
Double saddle, ready for any tube
The dual saddle accepts Vixen and Losmandy-D rails. For heavier or unbalanced setups, add the optional counterweight bar with counterweight.
The head comes with a transport case or bag and without a tripod; it fits on matching iOptron tripods and mounts.
Included
- HAE16C mounting head
- Go2Nova 8411 hand controller
- Transport bag
- Power supply and USB cable
Featured accessories
Add the counterweight bar for HAE mounts as soon as you carry a heavier or unbalanced setup.
For whom yes and for whom no
- ✓ Traveling astrophotographers with a compact apochromat or telephoto lens
- ✓ Anyone looking for the lightest possible GoTo AZ/EQ mount
- ✗ Tubes over 7.3 kg: then choose an HAE29 or larger
Specifications
| Type | AZ/EQ GoTo Mount, strain wave on both axes |
| Carrying capacity | 7.3 kg (16 lbs), without counterweight |
| Friction brake | Electronic, on the RA and declination axis |
| Gear period | 360 seconds |
| Saddle | Dovetail, Vixen, and Losmandy-D |
| Connections | WiFi, USB, ST-4 autoguiding |
| Memory | Power-down position and alignment memory |
| Tripod | Not included |
| Nutrition | 12 V DC |
| Manual | Go2Nova 8411 |
| GPS | Built-in |
You can find more mounts and accessories for this brand at the iOptron brand page.
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