iOptron HAZ130 Mount Strain Wave Alt-AZ

iOptron HAZ130 Strain Wave Alt-AZ Mount: the fork mount for the heaviest duty work

The iOptron HAZ130 is the flagship among alt-azimuth strain wave mounts: an all-metal fork mount with a 59 kg (130 lbs) payload capacity, without counterweight.

He rotates large Dobson replacements, hefty catadiopters, and dual setups silently and without backlash, with the friction brake acting as a safety net in the event of a power failure.

The Go2Nova 8411 hand controller, GPS, and USB communication complete the control system.

Strain wave without polar alignment

The strain wave gears deliver a high torque without backlash and without a counterweight. Furthermore, as a pure alt-azimuth mount, polar alignment is eliminated: set it up, align on one or two stars, and observe.

The friction brake safely stops the mount in the event of a power failure, and the power-down memory preserves the alignment for the next session.

Fork construction for maximum rigidity

The fork supports the tube on both sides, which significantly reduces torsion and vibration at these weights. The result is a steady image, even at high magnifications.

For a fixed or semi-permanent setup, the Tri-Pier 360 is the appropriate base.

Included

• HAZ130 pre-assembly head
• Go2Nova 8411 hand controller
• Transport case
• Power supply and USB cable

Featured accessories

Combine the mount with the Tri-Pier 360 pier as a stable base for this weight class.

For whom yes and for whom no

• ✓ Observatory for demanding visual observers with optics up to 59 kg
• ✓ Observatories and public displays
• ✗ Mobile observers with smaller tubes: a HAZ31 or HAZ46 will suffice then
• ✗ Deep-sky astrophotography with long exposures: choose an equatorial solution

Specifications

You can find more mounts and accessories for this brand at the iOptron brand page.