iOptron GEM28-EC Encoder Mount
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The iOptron GEM28-EC is the optical encoder version of the GEM28 equatorial mount. Weighing only 4.5 kg with a payload of 15 kg (with LiteRoc 1.75" tripod), the GEM28-EC reduces periodic error to below 0.3 arcsec RMS via real-time encoder correction, enabling unguided exposures on short focal lengths and optimally guided sessions on any setup.
Optical Encoder: Real-Time Periodic Error Correction
The RA-integrated encoder continuously corrects any drift, bringing PE below 0.3" RMS — enabling several-minute unguided exposures at focal lengths up to 500-600 mm, and optimally guided sessions on instruments up to 10-11 kg at focal lengths beyond 1500 mm.
Precision Quick-Lock Mechanics
Worm gears Ø 88 mm, 144 teeth, zero backlash, Quick-Lock system, latitude adjustment 10° – 60°.
Go2Nova® 8409 and Connectivity
Go2Nova® 8409 with 212,000 objects, PPEC, WiFi, USB, ST4, ASCOM, INDI. iPolar electronic polar scope included.
iOptron GEM28-EC Specifications
| Type | German equatorial with RA encoder |
| Payload | 12.7 kg (15 kg with LiteRoc 1.75") |
| Head weight | 4.5 kg |
| Periodic error | < 0.3" RMS (with encoder) |
| Worm gear | Ø 88 mm, 144 teeth, zero backlash |
| Latitude range | 10° – 60° |
| Hand controller | Go2Nova® 8409 – 212,000 objects |
| Connectivity | WiFi, USB, ST4, ASCOM, INDI |
| Polar scope | iPolar electronic (included) |
| Included | LiteRoc 1.75" tripod, 4.7 kg counterweight, case |
| Warranty | 2 years |