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High-End Equatorial Mounts Made By 10Micron
The Italian manufacturer 10Micron offers two equatorial mounts of the highest quality. Both mechanics and electronics are suitable for both amateur and professional use.
GM 2000
Load capacity up to approx. 50kgs telescope weight		 GM 4000
Load capacity up to approx. 100kgs telescope weight
GM 2000
Still portable ultra-heavy duty Equatorial GoTo Mount - approx. 50kgs load capacity



The image shows the GM2000 on the 10Micron tripod "Centaurus"

GM 2000 - German Equatorial Mount With Integrated GoTo Control - Made In Europe.

The GM2000 leaves nothing to be desired. All mechanical and electronical parts are extremely sophisticated for optimum performance.

The GM2000 doubles as a medium size Observatory mount and as a large but still portable mount for mobile use. Tracking precision and comfort of use are nearly unmatched.



The entire electronics suite is integrated into the tripod / pillar adaptor



Large and good quality ports. Unlike some other so-called high-end mounts no cheap parts are used here.

 The Mount - In Short:

The GM2000 is a complete equatorial GoTo mount with tripod and controller.

Maximum load capacity is approx. 50kgs telescope weight. (conservative estimate)

Maximum slewing speed is an enormous 10° per second, other speeds can be set as well. Positioning precision is approx. +/- 3 minutes of arc.

Periodic error is specified as +/- 3" (typical value)

The mount can be used at latitudes between 22° and 70°.



The electronics of the GM2000

 Specifications / Technical Datasheet:
 
Weight: 25kgs without accessories
Load Capacity: 50 kgs telescope weight for visual use
40 kgs telescope weight for photographical use
Shafts: 50mm hollow stainless steel shafts
Bearings: taper roller thrust bearings
Worm Wheels: D=172mm - bronze worm wheels with aluminium core - 215 tooth
Worm Shafts: Steel shafts - D=24mm
Motors: DC Servo Motors
Power Supply: 24 V - 0.8A sidereal / 1.7A maximum
Latitude Range: 22° to 70° - with polar scope
Counterweight Shaft: Stainless steel, 40mm diameter
Counterweight: 6kgs - included in the basic scope of delivery. Additional counterweights available.
Polar Scope: 6x20 - Field of View 8° - illuminated
Tracking Precision: +/- 3" typical value without PEC!
PEC - Periodic Error Correction: PEC further enhances tracking precision.
Positioning Accuracy: +/- 3 minutes of arc - with polar alignment through polar scope



The hand controller offers all functions of the mount in a compact package (no separate computer needed).
The display will show all relevant data.

Control Software QCI:

The QCI control software allows to control the mount through a normal computer.

The mount uses the LX200 protocol and the Ascom interface. Even remote control of the mount is possible.

The "Perseus" control software (English) is included.

The Joystick is not included!
The counterweight shaft is connected to the mount using a quick release system. It can be easily disattached for transport.
Polar scope for precise polar alignment Optional pillar adaptor instead of the tripod

Ultra-Heavy Duty Tripod Centaurus

The original Centaurus tripod is the ideal base for the GM2000 for portable use. Even fully extended it offers a very generous stability due to a sophisticated clamp mechanism.

Tripod Specifications:

Weight: 25 kgs
Load Capacity: Total 100kgs (Mount + Telescope)
Height: 100cm to 160cm, freely adjustable
Prices and Scope of Delivery:
 
Item No. Short description Price - Euros incl. VAT
GM 2000 Komplettkit GM2000 Complete kit
- ready for use.

Available colours:
red, blue, grey

-- Scope of Delivery:
-- Equatorial head with hand controller and QCI control box
-- Polar scope
-- Counterweight shaft and two counterweighta (6kgs + 12kgs)
-- Saddle plate (Losmandy 3" format)
-- Tripod - Centaurus
-- Cover for mount
-- Solid carry cases for travelling
-- Control software
-- 24V power supply

 13,180.-
GM 2000
Komplettkit
Ultraport		 GM2000 complete kit as above, but equatorial head in the splittable Ultraport variant 13,500.-
GM 2000 GM2000 equatorial head, incl. hand controller and joystick control, cable, counterweight shaft 10,080.-
GM 2000
Ultraport		 GM2000 equatorial head in the splittable Ultraport variant, incl. hand controller and joystick control, cable, counterweight shaft 10,340.-
GM 2000 PF Polar scope for GM2000 252.-
GM Stativ Centaurus ultra-heavy duty tripod 1,530.-
GM 2000 Taschen Transport bags for mount and accessories 95.-
GM 2000 Abdeckung Cover for the mount - for protection when not in use 46.-
GM 2000 Netzteil 220V AC power supply - needed for unrestricted use on request
GM 2000 Klemmung Saddle plate 3" (Losmandy format) for GM2000 188.-
GM 2000 Schiene 3" Dovetail plate (Losmandy format) - fits saddle plate - length approx. 40cm 96.-
GM 2000 GGW6 Stainless steel counterweight for GM2000 - 6kgs 95.-
GM 2000 GGW12 Stainless steel counterweight for GM2000 - 12kgs 135.-
GM 2000 Säule Pillar adaptor for GM2000 125.-

Please send requests or online orders to: sales@telescope-service.com

GM 4000
A very large observatory mount for telescopes up to approx. 100kgs.



Size comparison - here you can see how big this mount really is. Despite its size the GM4000 has a very elegant appeal.

GM 4000 - Observatory Mount with GoTo Control.

The GM 4000 is a high end mount for observatories - it is probably the dream for a really "final" private observatory.

Load capacity is rated approx. 100kgs telescope weight for astro-imaging. Tracking and positioning accuracy is exceptional.

When we saw this mount we decided that it is of really exceptional quality and potential. For this reason we have selected this mount as the heart of our new TS observatory.

Special Feature:

The GM 4000 has several clever design features that are not visible at a first glance. One of the most convincing practical features is its ability to cross the meridian and keep running for a long time before you need to switch position! Every astro-photographer knows how important that can be.

Cable Location:

You can choose whether you wish to connect the motors directly or whether the cables should run through the DEC shaft to avoid a "cable labyrinth".



The hand controller offers all functions of the mount in a compact package (no separate computer needed).
The display will show all relevant data.

Control Software QCI:

The QCI control software allows to control the mount through a normal computer.

The mount uses the LX200 protocol and the Ascom interface. Even remote control of the mount is possible.

The "Perseus" control software (English) is included.

The Joystick is not included!

 Specifications / Technical Datasheet:
 
Weight: 120kgs (equatorial head)
Load Capacity: 125kgs telescope weight for visual use
100kgs telescope weight for photographical use
Dimensions: Height from base plate: approx. 80cm
Diameter base plate: 36cm
Shafts: RA - 85mm stainless steel shaft (hollow)
DEC - 80mm stainless steel shaft (hollow)
Bearings: taper roller thrust bearings D=130mm
Worm Wheels: RA - D=330mm - red brass - B14 - 430 tooth
DEC- D=244mm - red brass - B14 - 315 tooth
Worm Shafts: Stainless steel - D=32mm
Motors: DC Servo Motors
Power Supply: 24 V - 1.5A sidereal / 6A maximum
Latitude Range: 23° to 68° - North and South
Latitude is adjusted using a worm gear
Counterweight Shaft: Diameter 60mm - stainless steel
Tracking Precision: +/- 3" typical - without PEC!
PEC - Periodic Error Correction: PEC further enhances tracking precision.
Positioning Accuracy: +/- 2 minutes of arc typical
Slewing Speeds: up to 5° per second

Large and good quality ports. Unlike some other so-called high-end mounts no cheap parts are used here. This panel is integrated into the rear of the DEC axis.
High quality servo motors are used. These are free of motor gear imprecision.
Azimuth fine adjustment ( +/- 10° )
Altitude fine adjustment 23° - 68°
Further Specifications:

Safety Stop After Passing The Meridian ... prevents the telescope from colliding with the pillar. Individually adjustable.

Autoguider Port ... SBIG and Starlight Xpress compatible

Periodic Error Correction (PEC) ... reduces the remaining periodic error of the mount drastically

Integrated Encoders ... Even after "parking" the mount (Shut Down) the mount will safe its position. You will not have to reenter the alignment data. This is particularly interesting for daytime observing when hardly any alignment objects can be found. The encoders have an angular resolution of 0.1 seconds of arc.

Remote Control ... the controller can be up to 15m away from the mount (RS232 port). Using a special fiberglass cable you can boost that distance up to 80m.
Item No. Short description Price - Euros incl. VAT
GM 4000 Achsenkreuz

-- Scope of Delivery:
-- GM4000 equatorial head with hand controller and QCI control box
-- counterweight shaft

 on request
 

-- optional accessories:
-- pillar, counterweights, saddle plate, ... Prices on request

  

Please send requests or online orders to: sales@telescope-service.com