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Based on the new CEM40, the GEM45 uses most of the same components, repurposed into a traditional GEM design. The weight capacity has been increased from 40 to 45 lbs, and the GEM45 includes a new, refined 1.75" tripod.
- Max payload 45 lbs
- Mount head weight 17.5 lbs
- Precision stepper motors
- Integrated iPolar Electronic pole finder
- Large and easy to use Quick-lock clutches
- PPEC
- Go2Nova 8407+ Controller with built-in heater
- Built-in 32-channel GPS
- Integrated ST-4 Auto-guide port
- Self-centering saddle accepts Vixen or Losmandy style dovetails
- New LiteRoc 1.75" Tripod with improved stability and leg locks
| Mount | German Equatorial Mount |
| Max payload* | 45 lbs (20 kg), exclude counterweight |
| Mount weight | 17.5 lbs (7.9 kg) |
| Payload/Mount weight | 2.53 |
| Structure Material | All metal, CNC machined |
| Exterior Finish | Anodized red/black |
| Latitude adjustment range | 14º ~ 68º |
| Azimuth adjustment range | ± 6º |
| Tracking accuracy (PE)** | <±7 arcsec |
| PEC | PPEC |
| Period | 400 sec |
| Worm diameter | Φ17mm, Brass |
| Right Ascension worm wheel | Φ110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash |
| Declination worm wheel | Φ110mm, 216 teeth, zero backlash |
| Right Ascension axis shaft | Φ45mm steel |
| Declination axis shaft | Φ45mm steel |
| Right Ascension bearings | Φ68mm |
| Declination bearings | Φ68mm |
| Counterweight shaft | Φ28X280 mm, Stainless Steel (1.2 kg) |
| Counterweight | 11lbs (5kg) X1 |
| Motor | Precision stepper motor, 1.8º/128X micro-step |
| Motor resolution | 0.08 arcsec (200 PPS) |
| Transmission | Synchronous belt |
| Hand Controller | Go2Nova® 8407+, 8 line 21 character LCD |
| Star Database | 212,000+, star identification |
| Power | DC 12V, 5A (5.5mm/2.5mm plug) |
| AC adapter | 100V ~ 240V (included) |
| Power consumption | 0.6A(Tracking), 0.9A(GOTO) |
| Power-down memory | Yes |
| Polar scope | Internal iPolar TM electronic polar scope |
| Meridian treatment | Stop (0-20° pass), flip |
| Zero position | Automatic zero search |
| Dovetail saddle | 6" Losmandy-D & Vixe dual saddle |
| Max slew speed | 4.5°/sec (1080X) |
| Guiding port | ST-4 |
| Communication port | USB |
| GPS | Yes |
| WiFi | External (optional) |
| Cable Management | DC12V (3A), ST4,USB |
| Tripod | 1.75" Stainless Steel(~8kg), or optional Tri-pier |
| Hard case | Included |
| Operation temperature | -10ºC ~ 40ºC |
| Warranty | Two year limited |
- GEM45 Mount Head
- Hard Case
- iPolar Electronic Polar Scope
- GPS Module
- Counterweight shaft
- AC Adapter
- Go2Nova 8407 Hand Controller with cord
- 11 lbs counterweight x 1 (with Tripod configuration)
- Tripod with 1.75" diameter legs (with Tripod configuration)