iOptron HAE29 AZ/EQ Mount Strain Wave iMate: strain wave with onboard minicomputer
The iOptron HAE29 is an AZ/EQ mount with strain wave drive (harmonic drive) on both axes. Without a counterweight, it carries 13.5 kg (29.7 lbs) with a head weight of only 3.8 kg. Use it azimuthally for quick visual observation or equatorially for long-exposure astrophotography.
This iMate version has a complete mini-computer built-in: the mount controls the entire photo session itself, from GoTo to exposure.
The built-in GPS automatically sets the time and position, and pool alignment is done via the iPolar functionality of the iMate software.
iMate: complete onboard minicomputer
The built-in iMate is a 64-bit ARM computer with 32GB of storage and a micro-SD slot, pre-loaded with KStars, Ekos, and INDI drivers. You connect the camera, focuser, and filter wheel directly to the mount, and the entire photo session runs autonomously on board.
You can monitor and adjust settings via WiFi from Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, or Android. Switched 12V outputs on the cap power your peripherals without loose cables.
Strain wave: power without counterbalance
Strain wave gears deliver high torque without backlash, making a counterweight unnecessary in most setups. This saves kilograms of carrying 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.
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
- HAE29 mounting box with built-in iMate
- Transport case
- Power supply and USB cable
Featured accessories
Add the 14 cm MiniPier for the HAE29 for clearance around the zenith, and the counterweight tang for heavier setups.
For whom yes and for whom no
- ✓ Astrophotographers who want an autonomous, computer-free photo setup
- Travelers with luggage up to 13.5 kg
- ✗ Those who prefer a classic manual control: choose a model with a handset
- Tubes over 13.5 kg: choose an HAE43 or HAE69
Specifications
| Type | AZ/EQ GoTo Mount, strain wave on both axes |
| Carrying capacity | 13.5 kg (29.7 lbs), without counterweight |
| Head of weight | 3.8 kg, including saddle |
| 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 |
| On-board computer | iMate, 64-bit ARM with KStars, Ekos, and INDI |
| GPS | Built-in |
You can find more mounts and accessories for this merk at the iOptron merk page.
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