{"id":32823,"date":"2025-11-07T14:19:31","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T13:19:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&#038;p=32823"},"modified":"2026-03-20T11:26:59","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T10:26:59","slug":"ioptron-gem45-mount-goto-literoc-with-transport-cases","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-montering-goto-literoc-met-transportkoffers\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron GEM45 Mount GoTo LiteRoc with Transport Cases"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>iOptron GEM45 - Compact Powerhouse with GoTo and LiteRoc Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>iOptron GEM45<\/strong>&nbsp;brings together precision, portability and innovation in one strong GoTo mount. With its sleek CNC-machined aluminum body, it not only looks professional, it performs that way. This is a mount that will give you confidence - both for visual observation and serious astrophotography.<\/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-met-Transportkoffers-1.jpg\" alt=\"iOptron GEM45 left side view with 5 kg counterweight on LiteRoc tripod and integrated GoTo motor\" class=\"wp-image-32849\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Light and strong at the same time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Weighing only 7 kg, the GEM45 effortlessly carries telescopes up to&nbsp;<strong>20 kg<\/strong>. That means more stability and less lugging. The design is built for efficiency: an excellent weight to carrying capacity ratio. So perfect if you are often out and about to dark observation sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accurate alignment in minutes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The built-in&nbsp;<strong>iPolar electronic polar finder<\/strong>&nbsp;Makes alignment fast and easy - even when the North Star is not visible. No more hassle with separate viewfinders or inaccurate alignment. You'll be ready for your first shot in no time.<\/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-met-Transportkoffers-2.jpg\" alt=\"iOptron GEM45 right side view with mount, counterweight and attached RA and DEC axis on LiteRoc tripod\" class=\"wp-image-32850\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smart, practical and reliable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>internal cable management<\/strong>&nbsp;prevents cords from tangling or breaking. Large levers ensure you secure parts even with gloves on. The patented&nbsp;<strong>USCS mounting clamp<\/strong>&nbsp;is compatible with both Losmandy and Vixen swallowtails, so virtually any telescope will fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Advanced GoTo navigation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With the&nbsp;<strong>Go2Nova 8407 hand controller<\/strong>&nbsp;navigate effortlessly through a database of over&nbsp;<strong>212,000 objects<\/strong>. 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 wirelessly from your phone or tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stable LiteRoc tripod and convenient transport cases<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The&nbsp;<strong>LiteRoc tripod<\/strong>&nbsp;offers maximum stability in a lightweight design. The wider legs and strong clamps reduce vibration during long exposures. Ideal for mobile astrophotographers. And with the&nbsp;<strong>transport cases included<\/strong>&nbsp;take everything with you safely and organized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready for every night<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The iOptron GEM45 is designed for people who enjoy being outdoors - from quiet nights in the garden to adventurous astro sessions on location. Compact, reliable and smart - this mount delivers stable and sharp results 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 mount<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Design<\/td><td>German equatorial GoTo 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>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><tr><td>GoTo language<\/td><td>English<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Software<\/td><td>Go2Nova 8407<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Specifications - Capacity &amp; 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>Worm Material<\/td><td>Brass<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Worm Gear Equipment<\/td><td>Aluminum<\/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>Yes<\/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 &amp; Equipment<\/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 tripod<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Material<\/td><td>Steel<\/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>Very stable, low vibration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Pole finder<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transport cases<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tripod weight<\/td><td>Light and portable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>iOptron GEM45 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova 8407 hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight and transport cases - powerful GoTo mount with excellent carrying capacity for serious astrophotography.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":96861,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[2790],"product_cat":[56,3097,3120,3100,590,538,3116],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-32823","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-ioptron","product_cat-telescoop-accessoires","product_cat-astrofotografie-monteringen","product_cat-equatoriale-monteringen","product_cat-geared-eq-mounts","product_cat-montering-accessoires","product_cat-monteringen","product_cat-telescoop-monteringen","product_shipping_class-licht","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"bundled_by":[],"bundle_stock_status":"instock","bundle_stock_quantity":null,"bundle_virtual":false,"bundle_layout":"","bundle_add_to_cart_form_location":"","bundle_editable_in_cart":false,"bundle_sold_individually_context":"","bundle_item_grouping":"","bundle_min_size":"","bundle_max_size":"","bundle_price":[],"bundled_items":[],"bundle_sell_ids":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":32824,"url":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-ec-montering-goto-literoc\/","url_meta":{"origin":32823,"position":0},"title":"iOptron GEM45-EC Mount GoTo LiteRoc","author":"","date":"07-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron GEM45-EC comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova 8407 hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight, high-resolution encoders and transport case - 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