10Micron AZ 4000 HPS Mount incl. ColdTemp Upgrade and counterweight

10Micron AZ 4000 HPS Mount incl. ColdTemp Upgrade and counterweight

Description
The AZ 4000 HPS mount is based on the GM4000 HPS II mechanics and provides a very stable altazimuthal setup. It is ideal for scientific use such as satellite tracking, space debris monitoring, laser communication, high-resolution spectroscopy, photometric and astrometric measurements. Due to its alt-az configuration, a field derotator (such as PlaneWave IR90 or Optec Gemini) is required for long-exposure astrophotography, allowing for precise tracking with typical 10Micron performance.

The standard version supports one optical tube on one side and includes a counterweight bar. An optional dual telescope version supports up to 150 + 100 kg in side-by-side configuration. All parts are CNC-machined from aluminum alloy, with no cast components, ensuring optimal mechanical stiffness.

ColdTemp Upgrade (included in this version)
This upgrade extends the operational temperature range to −30 °C (components rated down to −40 °C). It must be installed during initial assembly and is not retrofittable. It includes:
• Premium low-temperature grease (viscosity stable to −60 °C) for bearings and worm gear
• Thermally compensated preloaded springs on axes
• All internal cabling replaced with low-temperature silicone/copper alloy wires
• Absolute encoders adapted for −40 °C continuous operation
• Extended temperature-rated embedded Linux control unit
• Multi-day cold chamber stress testing
Note: Wi-Fi is not compatible with the ColdTemp package.

Technical specifications:
• Name: AZ 4000 HPS
• Mount type: Altazimuth
• Weight: 125 kg
• Load capacity: 150 kg (standard), 150 + 100 kg (dual configuration)
• Counterweight shaft: Ø 60 mm, stainless steel
• Axes: Ø 85 mm / 80 mm, alloy steel
• Bearings: Preloaded tapered roller bearings
• Worm wheels: 430 teeth (330 mm, AZ), 315 teeth (244 mm, ALT), B14 bronze
• Worms: Ø 32 mm, hardened, ground and lapped steel
• Drive system: Backlash-free belt, automatic compensation
• Motors: 2-axis brushless servos
• Power supply: 24 V DC
• Power consumption: ~1.5 A tracking, ~5 A full speed, ~6 A peak
• Goto speed: 2°/s to 8°/s (max. 6°/s in R.A.)
• Pointing accuracy: < 20" with multi-star modeling
• Tracking accuracy: < ±1" over 15 min (< 0.7" RMS)
• Operating temperature (standard): −15 °C to +35 °C
• Operating temperature (ColdTemp): −35 °C to +35 °C
• Storage temperature: −40 °C to +50 °C
• Software limits: ±150° (AZ), ±95° (ALT)
• Mechanical limits: ±155° (AZ), ±100° (ALT)
• Communication ports: RS-232, Ethernet, GPS (PS2), ST-4

User interface:
• Heated 5-line graphic hand pad
• 2- or 3-star alignment, up to 100 stars for modeling
• Model Maker software for auto-alignment
• Multiple model storage
• Flexure, orthogonality and refraction compensation
• Sidereal, solar and lunar tracking
• Time input via GPS or manual
• Meridian flip configuration
• Dome control via RS-232
• Multilingual interface
• Comet and asteroid filters
• Adjustable horizon limits
• Assisted balancing
• Remote Internet-based assistance

Additional information:
• 100% CNC-machined, no casting
• Standalone operation without PC
• Remote control via RS-232, Ethernet
• Compatible with proprietary ASCOM and Meade LX200
• Firmware and orbital data updates via RS-232 or Ethernet
• Supplied with: AZ 4000 HPS mount, absolute encoders, V3 control box (Linux), heated graphic keypad, cables, counterweight bar
• Wi-Fi not available with ColdTemp package
• Counterweights and power supply not included
• Mandatory shipping kit: ref. 1454199 (pier adapter and wooden crate)