RAINBOW ASTRO RST-300 Harmonica Mount

Although the load capacity is 30 kg (max. 50 kg), the weight of the mount is only 8.5 kg.

no counterweights are needed up to 30 kg payload!

As no counterweight bar is required, this mount is very suitable for small observation spaces.

There is also no need to re-balance the mount when changing accessories such as a camera or guide telescope.

Instead of helical gears, it has a new type of gearing calledHarmonic Drive.

There is virtually no backlash between the gears, so there is no need for periodic maintenance.

This type of gearing is also widely used in industrial robots, because it is very durable.

The AR axis has a built-in braking system. When power is disconnected from the mount, this brake is activated to prevent "backlash".

The CNC-milled AL6061 aluminum alloy is also used, for example, in aircraft.

It gives the RST-300 a texture that protects it against corrosion, robust and lightweight at the same time.

Wi-Fi is integrated. You can control the mount with your cell phone via the SkySafari app.

The ASCOM controller can be connected both via WLAN and USB. The GoTo and auto guidance functionalities are now wireless.

It also incorporates a GPS receiver. The position and time of the observation location can be entered accurately and conveniently.

In addition, there is a built-in start sensor to find the original setting of the mount. This is useful for using the stellar alignment data permanently.

build a small private observatory with the RST-300 mount!

https://youtu.be/nj1vO3cP7ug

Summary of the advantages of the mount:

• Only 8.5 kg dead weight
• Load capacity 30 kg (with a counterweight, up to a maximum of 50 kg)
• Harmonic Drive
• Built-in brake (AR-axis)
• Control unit (Hubo-i SE)
• Cable for control unit
• USB cable
• Power cable (cigarette lighter plug)
• Power cable (DC 5.5 × 2.1 socket)
• AC-DC adapter for power supply
• Adapter for PoleMaster
• Carrying bag
• 5 mm Allen wrench