Mount set ZWO AM5 Gen2. with tripod TC40

AM5 equatorial mount ZWO with tripod TC40

Equatorial mount ZWO AM5 with harmonic drive gears

ZWO offers with the "AM5 Harmonic Equatorial Mount" a transportable mount for astrophotography. The mount weighs less than 5 kg and carries telescopes up to 13 kg without counterweight. With the counterweight and counterweight bar (optional), the mount can even carry telescopes up to 20 kg. Several years of development and several patents have been invested in this exciting mount.

Many functions and easy operation
The AM5 can be operated equatorially and azimuthally. For astrophotography, the equatorial mode is used. The mount should be aligned as precisely as possible with the celestial pole. For visual observation or lunar and planetary photography, the altazimuthal mode is sufficient. The mount is ready for use within a few minutes. The status indicator always shows in which mode the mount is in: red represents equatorial mode and green represents altazimuthal mode.

No more counterweights needed
Normally, German equatorial mounts need counterweights to balance the weight of the telescope. This is the only way to ensure proper operation. The AM5 uses robotic technology, no counterweights are required up to a weight of 13 kg. This makes the AM5 lighter, more compact and easier to operate. Only for heavier telescopes we recommend counterweights to keep the mount and tripod well balanced.

Smooth tracking is guaranteed
ZWO checks and measures each AM5 mount prior to delivery and guarantees a periodic error ("PE") of less than +/-20 arc seconds. The periodic error occurs very slowly, so the autoguider has enough time to correct it. Of course, the mount has an ST-4 autoguider interface. Through ASIAir or other software, the PE can also be electronically reduced.

Usable anywhere on Earth
As one would expect from a true travel mount, the AM5 can be used anywhere on Earth, from the equator to the poles. The mount fits in any flight bag.

Polar alignment of the mount for astrophotography
In equatorial mode, the mount must be aligned exactly with the north or south celestial pole. Of course, small errors are corrected by autoguiding. The alignment of the mount is done quickly and easily with ASIAir or other suitable software.

No more cables thanks to WiFi

All mount functions can be controlled via smartphone. Of course, the AM5 works especially well with ASIAir from ZWO. With ASIAIR, everything from the camera to the autoguider to the mount can be controlled via an app with a smartphone or tablet. The mount can also be operated with the handbox without a smartphone. The handbox also works wirelessly, of course.

General feature overview:

New mount ZWO for astrophotography with telescopes up to 13 kg - only 5 kg weight - possibility of altazimuthal and equatorial mode.

♦ Supports telescopes up to 13 kg without counterweight and telescopes up to 20 kg with counterweight (counterweight and counterweight rod are optional).
♦ Can be used in equatorial mode for astrophotography and in altazimuthal mode for visual observation
♦ Handheld controller and app for control are included: no more cables needed thanks to WiFi
♦ Designed for astrophotography with very high tracking accuracy: ZWO accurately measures each mount before delivery.
♦ ST-4 autoguider interface for long exposures with guider
♦ The mount can be used anywhere on earth, from the equator to the poles: an ideal travel mount
♦ GoTo, Live Preview and much easier to control via smartphone: ideal also for ASIAIR
♦ Compatible with ASCOM (LX200 protocol)
♦ Compact handbox for wireless control included in delivery
♦ Stable altitude adjustment with fine adjustment in azimuth and elevation for precise polar alignment
♦ Suitable for stable photographic tripods or astronomical tripods (tripod not included)

Technical Specifications:

• Mount type: German equatorial mount
• Mode of operation: altazimuthal or equatorial (dual use)
• Gearing: Harmonic drive
• Periodic error: less than +/- 20" - step time 432 seconds
• RA motor: NEMA42 stepper motor - Harmonic drive gearing - 1/100 reduction ratio
• DEK Motor: NEMA35 stepper motor - Harmonic transmission gear - 1/100 reduction ratio
• Maximum load capacity: 13 kg without counterweights - 20 kg with counterweights
• Mounting head weight: 5 kg
• Operating range: 0° to 90° north/south latitude
• Telescope mount: Quick coupling Losmandy style and Vixen
• Connection for counterweight rod: M12 female thread
• Maximum adjustment speed: 6° per second
• Correction speeds: 0.5x, 1x, 2x, 4x, 8x, 20x, 60x, 720x and 1440x
• Power supply: 12 V - max. 1.5 A (with GoTo)
• Autoguiding: ST4 port

what is included in the box?

Included in this set is the TC40 carbon fiber tripod also manufactured by the brand ZWO

Tripod ZWO TC40 for ZWO AM5 mount

The ZWO TC40 tripod is a lightweight and sturdy model, equipped with carbon fiber legs, perfect for traveling amateur astronomers. Weighing only 2.3 kg, it can support a maximum load of 50 kg. Its size is small; it measures only 50 cm long when folded. Its top plate has a standard tripod screw thread (3/8"), as well as several attachment points and threaded holes for attaching mounts of different brands such as iOptron, Sky-Watcher or Rainbow Astro. It is therefore an excellent alternative to traditional tripods. for amateurs who want to build an ultra-portable setup.

General features:

• A sturdy, lightweight tripod with carbon fiber legs, ideal for nomadic astrophotography.
• Weighs only 2.3 kg.
• 50 kg load capacity
• Versatile adapter plate with standard 3/8" tripod thread
• Compatible with iOptron, Sky-Watcher (AZ-GTi), Rainbow Astro, etc.

Technical Specifications:

• Tripod ZWO TC40
• Weight 2.3 kg
• Load capacity 50 kg
• Length (legs folded) 50 cm
• Height adjustment from 47 to 80 cm
• Number of sections 2
• Diameter of sections 40 mm (upper section); 36 mm (lower section)

Mount set ZWO AM5 with tripod TC40