600EGTO with 130mm f6 StarFire EDFS, 8" Dovetail Plate Adjustable Wood Tripod and other accessories | |
600EGTO with 155mm f7 StarFire EDFS, Adjustable Wood Tripod and other accessories |
The Astro-Physics 600E German Equatorial mount offers many fine features to provide superb performance in a compact, portable package. It was engineered to provide a firm, steady platform for your high-resolution instrument. Both axes respond to fingertip pressure with no hint of backlash. Built-in clutches can be disengaged for ultra-smooth sweeping or locked for astro-photography.
The 600E is constructed of the highest quality components to provide you with years of observing pleasure. All parts are machined of aluminum and stainless steel. We avoid the use of any carbon steel shafts or plated-steel fasteners because they will deteriorate with time. This mount will not rust or bind up and will retain its appearance and function throughout the years.
Rigid aluminum castings enclose the worm gears and the right-ascension and declination motors. Drive components are protected from dirt and dust, extraneous wires and gearing are eliminated, and the overall appearance is enhanced.
When coupled with the options described separately, the 600E will be your portable observatory for home or dark-sky site. Within minutes, you will be assembled and polar-aligned, ready to enjoy the wonders of the night sky.
Features
Worm wheel |
4" (10.2cm), 192 teeth, fine-pitched bronze wheel |
Worm gear |
Brass |
RA/Dec shaft |
2.5" hollow shafts |
Counterweight shaft |
13.75" useable length, 1.125" diameter stainless steel, removeable |
Latitude range |
15 to 57 degrees |
Azimuth adjustment |
Approximately 17 degrees |
Setting circles |
Porter Slip Ring design, engraved |
Right ascension |
10 minute increments, 2-minute vernier |
Declination |
1 degree increments, pointer |
Motors |
Zero-cogging servo motors |
Power consumption |
0.3 amps at sidereal rate, 1.2 amps with both motors slewing |
Power requirements |
12VDC, acceptable range 11.5 to 15 |
Capacity |
Approximately 25 lbs (11.4kg) scope and accessories, depending on length. Will accommodate many refractors up to 6"f7", reflectors to 8", Cassegrains to 10" |
Weight of equatorial head |
29.5 lbs. (13.4 kg) for the head and 4 lbs (1.8 kg) for the counterweight shaft |
The diagram shows several dimensions that are commonly requested. In addition, if the scope is horizontal and pointing west or south, the measurement from the top of the pier to the middle of the cradle plate is 11.75." Please note that these dimensions will vary somewhat depending on your latitude. We quote them for 42 degrees because that is the latitude of Astro-Physics and all of our equipment is set up that way. It is also a good average value. |
Support
We have prepared some pertinent support documents relating to this mount and many of our other products on our Technical Support page. Please check there first to find the information that you need.
Upgrades and Spare Parts
Check out our Astro-Physics.com websiteto find accessories, replacement parts or learn about possible upgrades for your mount.
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March 11, 2019
Astro-Physics, Inc.
11250 Forest Hills Road, Rockford, IL 61115, U.S.A.
Phone: 815-282-1513 Fax: 815-282-9847