Price range: CHF 1'999.00 through CHF 2'199.00
Visit HAE29B iMate iOptron’s is a revolutionary equatorial/altazimuth mount from the Strain Wave Gear family, featuring a true onboard computer. Designed for discerning astronomers seeking compactness, power, and automation, this mount offers an unparalleled experience without the need for counterweights.
L'iMate is a 64-bit computer integrated directly into the mount, with a Linux system and preinstalled astronomy software: KStars (planetarium), Ekos (automation) and INDI (hardware compatibility). Thanks to its USB ports and 12V outputs, it can directly control cameras, filter wheels, focus motors and other accessories, without additional cables or external computers.
Two versions are available:
| HAE29B iMate mount specifications | |
|---|---|
| Frame type | Equatorial / Alt-Az Strain Wave |
| Payload without counterweight | 13 kg |
| Payload with counterweight | 18 kg |
| Frame weight | 3.9 kg (with dovetail) |
| RA / DEC reduction ratio | 480:1 / 360:1 |
| Periodic error | ± 18 arcsec |
| Max. pointing speed | 6°/sec |
| Azimuth adjustment range | ± 7° |
| Latitude range | 0° à 90° |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to +45°C |
| Materials | CNC-machined aluminum, black anodized |
| Brake system | Electronic brake |
| Power supply | 12V 5A (mains adapter supplied) |
| Warranty | 2 years |
| iMate on-board | |
|---|---|
| Processor | ARM 64-bit |
| Storage | 32 GB eMMC + microSD slot (64 GB max) |
| Pre-installed software | KStars, Ekos, INDI, iPolarServer |
| Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android |
| Integrated Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Ports | 1x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, 3x DC 12V |
| Communication port | USB-C + network |
| Self-steering port | Yes, ST-4 |
The HAE29B iMate is an exceptional mount that combines portability, precision, autonomy and control power. With its all-in-one design and on-board computer, it's ideal for modern astronomers who want to image quickly and without headaches, whether in the field or at a fixed station.
Monture harmonique nomade pour l'astrophotographie et le visuel : 13 kg sans contrepoids, 18 kg avec, pour 3,9 kg de tête. Utilisable en équatorial ou en azimutal. Capacité conseillée en astrophotographie : 13,5 kg, soit 75 % de la charge annoncée, pour garder un suivi précis.
Version B: Built-in iMate controller (mini-computer running KStars/Ekos), controllable from a PC or tablet without a cable. Electronic brake on both axes and AC adapter included.
Non, jusqu'à 13 kg d'instrument. Au-delà, et jusqu'à 18 kg, il faut ajouter une barre et un contrepoids (Ø 20 × 200 mm, filetage 3/8″-16, barre en option). Disponible dans notre catalogue : iOptron P-SGP-CWS 20 mm Counterweight Bar, iOptron 3006-10 4.5 kg Counterweight for 20 mm Rod.
L'iOptron HAE29B s'alimente en 12 V DC, 5 A (fiche 5,5 × 2,1 mm), adaptateur secteur fourni. Consommation : 0,6 A en suivi, 1 A en GoTo. L'alimentation est fournie. L'adaptateur secteur livré est prévu pour un usage à l'intérieur ; sur le terrain, utilisez une batterie 12 V.
L'iOptron HAE29B est vendue sans trépied. Dans notre catalogue : iOptron MiniPier 8-inch Column Extension 8040-8. A column extension is recommended with a long tube, so that it does not touch the feet when aiming near the pole.
L'iOptron HAE29B se pilote avec un smartphone ou une tablette en Wi-Fi ou un ordinateur en USB (ASCOM, INDI). Pour l'autoguidage (port ST4), une lunette guide comme la 52 Scope guide or the Sky-Watcher EVOGUIDE-50ED is appropriate.
L'iOptron HAE29B est proposée sans accessoire, avec la raquette Go2Nova, ou avec l'iPolar (viseur polaire électronique pour une mise en station rapide).
Here are a few accessories we've selected for this model, depending on your needs.
Optional iOptron Ver. A carbon fiber tripod, sold separately. Use the holes provided for the HAE29, the alignment pin, and the screws as described in the iOptron manual; stabilize and secure the assembly, especially when using a configuration without a counterweight.
