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Precision and high load bearing capacity in an elegant design: The new Morningcalm mounts

AstroDreamTech mounts have been specially designed for amateur astronomers who make high demands on their mounts. That means above all: stability, strength and a high precision during use. AstroDreamTech has managed to pack all these requirements into a stylish mount.

A brief introduction: the four 'powerhorses' from AstroDreamTech

Not just one, but four different mounts come from the AstroDreamTech stable. These models - 200GE, 300GE, 500GE and 700GE - offer maximum load bearing capacities of 30, 50, 70 or 100 kg respectively (dependent on length of the 'lever' of the instrument concerned) each. The two smaller mounts are compactly designed and extremely portable. The two larger models are great for use in observatories but may also be used as portable mounts. The advantage: You can use the 'big' ones for either.

The Morningcalm mount mechanism

The combination of CNC machining and continual quality control by our on-site experts means these mounts are precision finished products. This means that the individual adjustment of the axes and worm drives is possible for every mount. The body of the mount consists of Duralumin.

The mount bearings

Each axis of the 200GE, 500GE, 700GE has three tapered roller bearings. There are hence a total of six different tapered roller bearings for the precise operation of the mount.

Worm gear

The worm wheel is made from Duralumin 7075 and the worm itself from chrome-molybdenum alloy (SCM21). This material is a high-strength stainless steel, which is corrosion resistant and is also used in the aerospace sector for example and for use in other extreme conditions. These core components of the mount have undergone a lapping process to ensure an absolute minimal worm error.

Small periodic error

The periodic error of the mount is +/-5 seconds of arc.

The servo-motors

High quality 12V servo motors with 2048 increment optical encoders ensure accurate positioning. These motors can be faster but still provide very precise positioning via the use of direct current.

Hubo-i - the hand controller

The HUBO-i hand controller provides a GoTo system that has already been adapted for Morningcalm. Your very first impression of the hand box will be that it looks very different to typical GoTo controls. The reason for this is that Hubo-i controller has been developed by the South Korea Institute of Science and Technology, which usually deals with the construction of robots.

But of course, strictly speaking, a mount may also be described as a telescope robot. The control box has 18 large silicone keys and a large four line display with a red backlight, letting you easily navigate even when wearing gloves.

Software update

The firmware in Hubo-i controllers may be updated at any time via the USB connection provided. The manufacturer provides the appropriate firmware and firmware loader for download on their website.

Star calibration

You can improve the positioning accuracy of the mount by doing a multi-star alignment. Feel free to align using more than 3 stars if you are not completely satisfied with the result. Any charting errors will also be minimized.

Balance control

The system allows the control of the weight balance by measuring current energy consumption of the DC motors.

Adjustable speed

You can select from three different speeds to position an object. The speeds may be selected via the keypad. The trick is simply to set the speed selection you want in advance

USB port

Serial port problems are a thing of the past: the hand box is equipped with a USB port. You can quickly and easily connect the mount to a PC via this.

Objects nearby?

Do you have a deep sky object in the field of view of the telescope, but also sometimes want to have a look at other objects which are in the immediate vicinity? A simple touch of a Hubi-i button will show you other objects in the vicinity.

Handle

The Morningcalm 200GE and 300GE models have a practical and robust wooden handle for easy carrying these portable models.

If you have any questions or would like a closer look at these mounts, then please contact us. You can consult our amateur astronomers or simply make up an appointment with us here.

The advantages in a nutshell:

  • worm wheel diameter 107mm, with 150 teeth
  • worm gear rotation 9.6min
  • 12V servo motors with optical encoders
  • maximum load 30kg (depending on the OTA length)
  • practical wood handle
  • GoTo system already adapted
  • Hubo-i hand controller included
  • USB port for easy connection to a PC
  • built-in illuminated, dimmable polar finder

Specifications

Capacity


Designation
Morning Calm 200GE
Max. additional load capacity (kg)
30
Polar elevation setting (°)
20-65
Motor speeds
1000 (continuously adjustable)
Precision of tracking
+/- 5
Material of worm gear
High-alloy steel
Material of worm wheel
Bronze
Worm gear teeth (RA) (piece)
150
Counterweight(s) (piece)
1
Material of counterweights
Stainless steel
Diameter of counterweight bar (mm)
18
Software
HUBO-i/The Sky
Positioning
3 stars
Display screen
3
Language
English
Built-in clock
yes
Connection manual controller
RS-232
Interfaces
ST-4, Seriell (8-Pin), USB 2.0
Operating temperature
25 to +40
Power supply
12 - 16
Power consumption in open circuit (mA)
200

Special features


Fitting for prism rail
Optional
Free-play adjustment function for DEC gear
yes
Manual tracking
-
GoTo system
yes
Pointing with coordinates
yes
GPS
yes
Controllable via PC
yes
Updateable via web
yes
Accessory tray
-
Traveling mount
-
Size suitable for hand luggage
-
Polar axis scale
yes

Tripod


Stand column
-
Max. tripod height (cm)
-
Tripod weight (kg)
-
Tripod material
-

General


Length (mm)
380
Width (mm)
125
Height (mm)
400
Total weight (kg)
15

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Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount
Rainbow Astro AstroDreamTech Morningcalm 200GE GoTo mount

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