{"id":32817,"date":"2025-11-07T14:19:11","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T13:19:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=32817"},"modified":"2026-03-12T18:43:46","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T17:43:46","slug":"ioptron-gem28-1-5-inch-mount-accualign-tripod","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem28-1-5-inch-montering-accualign-tripod\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron GEM28 1.5\u2033 Mount AccuAlign Tripod"},"content":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM28 1.5 Mount with AccuAlign Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The iOptron GEM28 1.5<\/strong> is built for anyone who likes to be on the road with their telescope. Light weight, but strong enough to carry serious equipment. With a carrying capacity of 12.7 kg and a net weight of only 4.5 kg, this is an ideal choice for mobile astrophotography and visual observations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"iOptron<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cleverly designed for ease of use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The GEM28 was designed with one goal: to let you observe more and tinker less. Everything about this mount feels intuitive. Thanks to the AccuAlign pole locator<\/strong> Simply align with the celestial pole, even if you can't see the North Star.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"iOptron<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0built-in WiFi system<\/strong>\u00a0enables wireless control via smartphone, tablet or laptop. No hassle with cables. And with the\u00a0Go2Nova\u00ae hand control<\/strong>\u00a0quickly find any object in the night sky - from the Moon to distant nebulae - at the touch of a button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accurate tracking, sharp images<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With his low periodic error (< \u00b110 arc seconds)<\/strong> the GEM28 accurately follows your target. That means sharper images, even at long exposures. The stepper motors<\/strong> run smoothly and consume little power, so your sessions last longer without interruptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The advanced PEC correction<\/strong> learns from previous movements to continuously improve tracking accuracy. So your photos stay sharp, night after night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Powerful GoTo technology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The GEM28 is equipped with iOptron's latest Go2Nova\u00ae technology<\/strong>, one of the most precise GoTo systems on the market. With a database of more than 212,000 celestial bodies<\/strong> the sky is never too small. Search, track and observe - quickly, smoothly and reliably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robust and mobile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The CNC-machined mount made of cast steel<\/strong> feels solid but remains surprisingly portable. The sturdy 1.5\u2033 stainless steel tripod legs<\/strong> provide stability even in windy conditions. Large, easily accessible latches make setup easy - even with gloves on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In short, the GEM28 is the perfect travel companion for those looking for a compact but capable GoTo mount.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What we recommend<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 Visual observation: excellent fit
\u2713 Astrophotography: very suitable (mobile use)
\u2713 Beginners and advanced users: easy to use
\u2717 Heavy observatories: not intended for permanent setup<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

General<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Series<\/td>GEM28<\/td><\/tr>
Type of mount<\/td>Equatorial (GoTo)<\/td><\/tr>
Carrying capacity<\/td>12.7 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Own weight<\/td>4.5 kg (mount), 5 kg (tripod)<\/td><\/tr>
Total set weight<\/td>20 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Color<\/td>Black-Red<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Controls & Functionality<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Operating System<\/td>Go2Nova\u00ae<\/td><\/tr>
Database<\/td>212,000 objects<\/td><\/tr>
Alignment<\/td>1-, 2-, or 3-star alignment<\/td><\/tr>
PEC correction<\/td>Yes, permanently<\/td><\/tr>
Tracking speeds<\/td>Sidereal, sun, moon<\/td><\/tr>
Autoguiding port<\/td>ST-4 compatible<\/td><\/tr>
WiFi<\/td>Built-in<\/td><\/tr>
Computer connection<\/td>USB<\/td><\/tr>
Firmware update<\/td>Via USB<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mechanical<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Drive<\/td>Wormwheel<\/td><\/tr>
Worm Gear Equipment<\/td>Brass (144 teeth)<\/td><\/tr>
Worm Material<\/td>Aluminum<\/td><\/tr>
Latitude range<\/td>10\u00b0-70\u00b0<\/td><\/tr>
Counterbalance(s)<\/td>1 \u00d7 4.5 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Counterweight bar<\/td>20 mm steel<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Material<\/td>Stainless steel<\/td><\/tr>
Maximum height<\/td>117 cm<\/td><\/tr>
Spreader<\/td>Cast steel with accessory holder<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Electronics & Power<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Nutrition<\/td>12V DC, 5A<\/td><\/tr>
Current consumption (open circuit)<\/td>0,9 A<\/td><\/tr>
Operating temperature<\/td>-10\u00b0C to +40\u00b0C<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Optional<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Accessory<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
GPS<\/td>32-channel module<\/td><\/tr>
iGuider<\/td>Autoguidance system<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM28 1.5 comes with AccuAlign polar finder, Go2Nova hand controller, 1.5\u2033 stainless steel tripod, 4.5 kg counterweight, internal cabling and built-in WiFi - ideal for mobile astrophotography and precise observation.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":96844,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[2790],"product_cat":[56,3097,3120,3100,590,538,3116],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-32817","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-ioptron","product_cat-telescoop-accessoires","product_cat-astrofotografie-monteringen","product_cat-equatoriale-monteringen","product_cat-geared-eq-mounts","product_cat-montering-accessoires","product_cat-monteringen","product_cat-telescoop-monteringen","product_shipping_class-licht","first","instock","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"bundled_by":[],"bundle_stock_status":"instock","bundle_stock_quantity":null,"bundle_virtual":false,"bundle_layout":"","bundle_add_to_cart_form_location":"","bundle_editable_in_cart":false,"bundle_sold_individually_context":"","bundle_item_grouping":"","bundle_min_size":"","bundle_max_size":"","bundle_price":[],"bundled_items":[],"bundle_sell_ids":[],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[{"id":32820,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem28-1-5-montering-ipolar-tripod\/","url_meta":{"origin":32817,"position":0},"title":"iOptron GEM28 1.5\u2033 Mount iPolar Tripod","author":"","date":"07-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"The iOptron GEM28 1.5 comes with an iPolar polar scope, Go2Nova hand controller, 1.5\" stainless steel tripod, 10 lb counterweight, WiFi, and USB cable \u2013 a compact and portable GoTo mount for accurate tracking and mobile use.","rel":"","context":"Similar post","block_context":{"text":"Similar post","link":""},"img":{"alt_text":"","src":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-GEM28-1.5-Montering-iPolar-Tripod-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1","width":350,"height":200,"srcset":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-GEM28-1.5-Montering-iPolar-Tripod-1.jpg?resize=350%2C200&ssl=1 1x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-GEM28-1.5-Montering-iPolar-Tripod-1.jpg?resize=525%2C300&ssl=1 1.5x, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/staging.telescoop.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/iOptron-GEM28-1.5-Montering-iPolar-Tripod-1.jpg?resize=700%2C400&ssl=1 2x"},"classes":[]},{"id":32819,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem28-montering-goto-literoc\/","url_meta":{"origin":32817,"position":1},"title":"iOptron GEM28 Mount GoTo LiteRoc","author":"","date":"07-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron GEM28 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 4.5 kg counterweight, built-in WiFi and transport case - 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