The GPD2 equatorial mount is the stronger and heftier of the GP mounts. With it’s solid steel R.A. and Declination axes and brass worm gears this mount will hold up to years of heavy use. In order to assure accurate tracking for astrophotography the worm, gears are especially machined to a very high precision that minimizes periodic error.
The GPD2 holds almost 50% more weight than the GP2 and comes standard with tripod and counterweight. It is easy to use and functions well for both the visual observer and astrophotography. Motion is controlled by included control knobs for accurate slewing. The polar altitude adjustment varies from 0 degrees to 62 degrees in altitude.
GPD2 Mount Technical Data
- R.A Axis: 144 tooth worm gears
- Declination Axis: 144 tooth worm gears
- R.A. graduations: RA 10 min. increment
- Dec graduations 2 deg. Increments
- Polar Axis Scope: 6x20 wide field
- Mount includes pre-installed variable intensity illuminator
- Polar Axis Altitude adjustment 0 to 62 degrees
- Counter weight 1 x 3.7kg and 1 x 1.9kg
- Maximum loading weight 10kg (22lbs)
Reviews
