{"id":32822,"date":"2025-11-07T14:19:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T13:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&#038;p=32822"},"modified":"2026-03-20T09:34:52","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T08:34:52","slug":"ioptron-gem45-mount-goto-literoc","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-montering-goto-literoc\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron GEM45 Mount GoTo LiteRoc"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>iOptron GEM45 - Powerful and Portable GoTo Mount<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>iOptron GEM45<\/strong>&nbsp;is a modern German equatorial mount that combines power and precision in a surprisingly lightweight design. Ideal for astrophotographers and visual observers who want reliability and portability in one system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-GEM45-Montering-GoTo-LiteRoc-1.jpg\" alt=\"iOptron GEM45 side view of mount with counterweight mounted on LiteRoc tripod\" class=\"wp-image-32840\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lightweight with large carrying capacity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weighing only 7 kg, the GEM45 effortlessly carries telescopes weighing up to 20 kg. So you get maximum stability with minimum effort. Perfect for mobile setups or observations in dark locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fast and precise alignment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The built-in&nbsp;<strong>iPolar electronic polar finder<\/strong>&nbsp;makes pole alignment easy - even when the North Star is not visible. So you're ready to observe or photograph in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-GEM45-Montering-GoTo-LiteRoc-2.jpg\" alt=\"iOptron GEM45 rear view of counterweight bar, motor housing and tripod connection\" class=\"wp-image-32841\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smart and user-friendly design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The internal cable management prevents cable breaks and keeps everything tidy. The large handles are easy to operate, even with gloves. Thanks to the patented&nbsp;<strong>universal USCS mounting clamp<\/strong>&nbsp;fit both Losmandy and Vixen swallowtails, so you can easily mount almost any telescope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reliable GoTo Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the&nbsp;<strong>Go2Nova 8407<\/strong>&nbsp;hand controller you navigate through more than 212,000 celestial objects at lightning speed. The built-in&nbsp;<strong>GPS<\/strong>&nbsp;automatically determines your location, and with the optional&nbsp;<strong>WiFi module (iStarFi)<\/strong>&nbsp;control everything from your smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stable and portable LiteRoc tripod<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>LiteRoc tripod<\/strong>&nbsp;offers maximum stability with lightweight construction. The wide legs and sturdy clamps ensure a flicker-free image even during longer exposures. Ideal for traveling astrophotographers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compact, precise and ready for the future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The iOptron GEM45 grows with you. Whether you observe visually or photograph - this mount delivers stable tracking, accuracy and ease of use every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specifications - General<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Series<\/td><td>GEM45<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Type<\/td><td>Equatorial GoTo Mount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Design<\/td><td>German equatorial mount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GoTo steering<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Accuracy<\/td><td>\u00b17\u2033<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>PEC correction<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GoTo language<\/td><td>English<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Software<\/td><td>Go2Nova 8407<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GPS<\/td><td>Built-in<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>WLAN<\/td><td>Optional (iStarFi adapter).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Polar alignment<\/td><td>iPolar electronic polar finder<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specifications - Capacity and Mechanics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Max. load capacity<\/td><td>20 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mounting weight<\/td><td>7.2 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Counterweight(s)<\/td><td>1 \u00d7 5 kg<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mounting saddle<\/td><td>Losmandy &amp; Vixen compatible<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pole adjustment<\/td><td>14\u00b0 - 68\u00b0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Azimuth fine adjustment<\/td><td>\u00b16\u00b0<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Drive type<\/td><td>Wormwheel<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Motors<\/td><td>Stepping motors (1.8\u00b0 \/ 128 microsteps)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Input voltage<\/td><td>12 V<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Power consumption<\/td><td>5 A<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cable Management<\/td><td>Internal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specifications - Drive &amp; Axis Dimensions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Diameter worm wheel RA<\/td><td>110 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Worm gear diameter DEC<\/td><td>110 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teeth worm gear (RA \/ DEC)<\/td><td>216<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Diameter worm shaft (RA \/ DEC)<\/td><td>17 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RA axis diameter<\/td><td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>DEC axis diameter<\/td><td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Ball bearing diameter (RA \/ DEC)<\/td><td>68 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Counterweight bar<\/td><td>28 mm diameter, 280 mm length<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specifications - GoTo &amp; Interfaces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>GoTo System<\/td><td>Go2Nova 8407<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Database<\/td><td>212,000 objects<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Hand controller<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Autoguiding<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interfaces<\/td><td>USB, Autoguider<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Level<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specifications - Tripod<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Tripod type<\/td><td>LiteRoc steel tripod<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Diameter of legs above<\/td><td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Diameter legs under<\/td><td>38 mm<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Stability<\/td><td>High, low vibration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Weight<\/td><td>Light and portable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transport case<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>iOptron GEM45 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight and internal cable guide - 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