PlaneWave Instruments L-350 DIRECT DRIVE Mount
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PlaneWave Instruments is proud to introduce its new L-Series direct drive mounting system. It is offered in Alt-Az or Equatorial configuration. The L-Series comes in three models; the L-350 capable of supporting 100 lbs; the L-500 designed for the CDK17 / 20 which can support a payload of over 200 lbs. The L-600 is ideal for the CDK24 and can support up to 300 pounds. All mounts are designed and manufactured by PlaneWave Instruments with zero backlash and zero periodic errors, virtually silent motion and rotational speeds up to 50 degrees per second.
The L Series:
Combines versatility, simplicity and affordability by combining all the technology of our observatory-class telescopes in a compact, self-contained mount. In its Alt / Az configuration, it is considerably more compact than its equatorial counterpart, allowing a larger telescope to fit in a smaller enclosure. Unlike traditional German equatorial mounts, there are no meridian turns to contend with or large protruding counterweights to create a dangerous hazard in a public observatory. Alt / Az is more intuitive to use and no polar alignment is needed. Plus, this is how the pros do it! For added flexibility, L-series mounts can be installed in Alt/Az or equatorial mode with the optional wedge attachment.
L-350 mount features:
- 100 lb (45 kg) load capacity
- Direct drive motors on each axis for smooth, fast, and virtually silent telescope motion
- Rotational speed up to 50 degrees per second
- High resolution encoders on each axis for precise positioning
- Zero feedback
- Zero periodic error
- PointXP mount modeling software
- Closed electronics
- Through mounting wiring
- Mounting System
- Type Alt-Azimuth / Equatorial Direct Drive Mount
- Weight 110 lbs (50 kg)
- Max. Load Capacity 100 lbs (45 kg)
- Latitude range 0 to 90 degrees, Northern and Southern Hemispheres
- Cable management equipment cables can be routed through the bracket
- Control system
- Control electronics PlaneWave Interface Dual-axis telescope control
- User interface PlaneWave Interface 4 (PWI4) control software with integrated PointXP mount modeling software
- Startup sensors Startup position sensors are included that allow the mount to find its home position on power-up.
- Response speed 20 degrees per second (standard); 50 degrees per second (maximum), both axes
- Power requirement accepts 120 to 240 VAC. Supplied with a 120 VAC 15 A IEC type B regulated power adapter.
- Motion Control
- Motor control Industrial grade brushless motor control system and on-board electronics
- Motor: three-phase direct-drive axial flux torque azimuth and altitude motors
- Encoder: 152 mm stainless steel azimuth and altitude encoder ring with integrated readout on azimuth and altitude axes. 18,880,000 counts per revolution (0.069 arc seconds resolution).
- Motor torque Approximately 20 ft-lbs continuous; 50 ft-lbs peak
- Drive Electronics Off-the-shelf, industrial-grade brushless motor drives for each axis with custom-designed interface card
- PlaneWave telescope control software interface (PWI4). Incorporates Dave Rowe's PointXP mount modeling software. All ASCOM compatible.
- System performance
- Pointing accuracy
- Aiming accuracy
- 2 arc seconds at sidereal speed
- Tracking accuracy
- 0.3 arc seconds over a 5 minute period at sidereal speed
- System natural frequency 10 Hz or more
PlaneWave Instruments L-350 DIRECT DRIVE mount
