Sky-Watcher WAVE-100i Strainwave & Carbon Fibre Tripod
Product information
HIGH TORQUE. HIGH PRECISION. HIGH PORTABILITY - WAVE CARBON FIBRE TRIPOD INCLUDED!!
Taking advantage of the strain wave design with its high torque and compact construction, Sky-Watcher's WAVE mounts deliver high precision and power in an affordable and portable package. With exclusive features found on no other strain wave mounts, the new WAVE series is a serious update and upgrade to Sky-Watcher’s already immensely popular family of astronomy mount platforms.
The Sky-Watcher WAVE-100i is built based on a strain wave or harmonic gearing design. This drive gear design provides a number of benefits including highly precise tracking with minimal backlash for capturing long exposure images, and a compact design with a remarkable payload to weight ratio for the use of various equipment while still being convenient for transportation.
The WAVE-100i, boasting 10kg of payload capacity (15kg with optional counterweight kit), whilst being incredibly compact and lightweight. Sky-Watcher’s WAVE mounts also feature both EQ and AZ tracking modes with RA and DEC home positions, Dual-Fit Saddles, 0–90º latitude range, Wi-Fi & Bluetooth capability, RA power-off braking, and a red backlit latitude display and bubble level to make your setup routine that much easier.
*Please note the Extension Tube and Telescope OTA depicted in product photos are not included*
SPECIFICATION:
- Working Mode: Equatorial or Alt-Azimuth
- Supplied with Dual-Fit 45mm/75mm Saddle & Secondary 45mm/75mm Saddle.
- Supplied with WAVE Carbon Fibre Tripod
- Mount weight: 4.3kg
- Payload Capacity (without Counterweight): 10kg
- Payload Capacity (with Counterweight: 15kg
- Counterweight Kit & Extension Tube Available Separately
- Transmission Mode: Belt-Driven Stepper Motor with Harmonic Reducer
- RA Harmonic spec: 17-100. DEC Harmonic spec: 14-100
- Highest Speed: 2400x (10º/second)
- Transmission Reduction Ratio: 300:1 (both axes)
- Latitude Adjustment Range: 0°-90°
- Connection Sockets: USB-B, Autoguider, SynScan Handset & Power Input
- R.A. Lock Function (for easy counterweight installation)
- Controllable by Wi-Fi and Bluetooth or optional SynScan Handset (available separately)
- Compatible with the Sky-Watcher SynScan PRO app for Windows, iOS and Android devices.
- Also compatible with Stellarium, SkySafari & Cartes du Ciel and third-party drivers or software like ASCOM or INDI
- Power Requirement: 12V 2A DC
- RA Power-Off Braking Function
- RA and DEC Home Position and Limits function
- Convenient Red LED Illumination for Latitude Scales & Bubble Level
- Precision CNC Machined Body
- Foam-Lined Carrying Case
Product Info
PREORDER | Late August |
Brand | SkyWatcher |
Product Code | 20982-20984 |
Delivery Weight Package
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12kg |