The traditional equatorial mount requires heavy counterweights. It can be very difficult to maintain balance in the RA and DEC directions, and also inconvenient for transportation and storage, putting extra strain on astrophotographers when they are out for imaging.
Some of the tension wave gear transmission mounts are relatively simple in functions, insufficient in load capacity, and also not very stable in use.
To solve these problems, ZWO has developed the ASI series of mounts. No need for counterweight. With an own weight of 3.9 kg, the AM3 has a high load capacity of 8 kg to 13 kg. While portability is very important, stability is also essential in use.
Rather than blindly pursuing the lightness of the mount body, ZWO is more along the lines of stability for all-round use.
It is also multifunctional and can be used as either an equatorial mount or an altazimuth mount. You can control the mount via Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, or a handheld controller.
Portable and stable
The internal body structure is optimized with tension wave gear reducer and synchronous belt, bringing more precise control and an incredible reduction ratio of 300: 1.
Customized Tension Wave Gearing
ZWO has developed a special tension wave gear based on the actual needs of astrophotography. It features very low periodic error and high torque. Each mount is tested and fitted with a unique PE curve before it leaves the factory so that quality is guaranteed.
3.9 kg net weight
Instead of blindly pursuing the lightness of the mount body, ZWO goes more along the lines of stability for full use.
8kg-13kg payload
The payload capacity of the AM3 without the counterweight is 8kg, and 13kg with the counterweight.
* The counterweight should be fixed on a counterweight bar of no more than 20cm in length.
According to the engineering calculations, we can calculate the maximum load capacity of the AM3 bracket:
8kg without the counterweight
13kg with the counterweight.
Supported counterweight:≤5kg
The counterweight should be fixed on a counterweight bar not more than 25cm in length.
Equatorial mode / Altazimuth mode
Can be changed via ASI Mount App or hand controller
Equatorial Mode: Suitable for object tracking and photography
Altazimuth mode: Suitable for visual astronomy
Tilt angle 0°-90
Gear 1: Allows you to adjust the tilt angle grip to achieve a degree between 0 and 60.
Gear 2: You can loosen the hex head screw and then adjust the tilt angle grip to achieve a degree between 30 and 90.
Wireless Controller
Tonight Target, GOTO, Live Preview and so many great functions can be achieved with your phones.
Rocker Style Handheld Controller
Comfortable to the touch and easy to use. Integrated with Wi-Fi network allowing wireless control. You can easily update the firmware of the handheld controller and mount it on the website.
Seamless connection with ASIAIR
ASIAIR can control AM5 via wired or wireless connection. The ASI package offers customers the best astrophotographic experience.
+ Carbon Fiber Tripod
- Short and portable. Easy to carry inside your carry-on luggage.
- Carbon fiber material: High strength and high impact resistance.
- Adjustable height: 470-800mm. Double section legs provide a stable and rigid platform for telescopes and cameras.
- Spacer plate: Increases tripod stability.
- Ballast bag: Provides additional stability by filling it with suitable weights, such as stones or your telescope's battery pack.
- Fixed extension angle: Easy to use.
