iOptron HAE69C AZ/EQ Dual Mount With Handset: heavy-duty strain wave with manual control
The iOptron HAE69C is an AZ/EQ mount with strain wave drive (harmonic drive) on both axes. Without a counterweight, it carries 31.3 kg (69 lbs). Use it in alt-azimuth mode for quick visual observation or in equatorial mode for long-exposure astrophotography.
This version includes the Go2Nova hand controller: for visual nights you select and confirm objects directly on the handset, while WiFi and computer control remain available for photography.
The friction brake on both axles also holds a heavy tube safely in place in the event of a power failure.
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.
Handset plus wireless
The Go2Nova hand controller works instantly and without a phone; via the built-in WiFi, you can just as easily switch to SkySafari, iOptron Commander, or ASCOM and INDI software.
The built-in zero-position finder automatically finds the starting position.
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
- HAE69C mounting head
- Go2Nova hand controller
- Transport case
- Power supply and USB cable
Featured accessories
Add the 20 cm MiniPier for the HAE69 for clearance around the zenith, and the counterweight clamp for unbalanced hanging setups.
For whom yes and for whom no
- ✓ Anyone looking for a heavy strain wave with classical manual control
- ✗ Those who operate exclusively via app or PC: the version without handset is more economical
Specifications
| Type | AZ/EQ GoTo Mount, strain wave on both axes |
| Carrying capacity | 31.3 kg (69 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, included |
You can find more mounts and accessories for this brand at the iOptron brand page.
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