{"id":32818,"date":"2025-11-07T14:19:14","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T13:19:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=32818"},"modified":"2026-03-12T18:41:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T17:41:10","slug":"ioptron-gem28-mount-goto-ipolar-literoc","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem28-montering-goto-ipolar-literoc\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron GEM28 Mount GoTo iPolar LiteRoc"},"content":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM28 Mount with GoTo and iPolar LiteRoc Tripod<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The iOptron GEM28<\/strong> is made for those who want to combine convenience, precision and portability. This mount takes your observations and astrophotos to the next level without being complicated. With a carrying capacity of 12.7 kg and a light dead weight, it is ideal for those who are often on the road and want to set up quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

Smart and user-friendly design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The GEM28 is designed to let you spend time on the telescope, not setting it up. With the iPolar electronic polar finder<\/strong> align with lightning speed to the celestial pole, even if the North Star is not visible.
Thanks to the built-in WiFi system<\/strong> you easily control the mount via your smartphone, tablet or laptop - completely wirelessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Go2Nova\u00ae hand control<\/strong> helps you, at the touch of a button, to get more than 212,000 sky objects<\/strong> to find. The large LCD screen is clearly readable, even in the dark, and the menus are intuitive so you can get started right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

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

The iOptron GEM28 delivers a tracking accuracy of 0.17 arc seconds<\/strong>. That means your telescope keeps tracking celestial bodies smoothly, so your photos stay sharp, even at long exposures. The periodic error correction (PEC)<\/strong> also learns from previous movements, making tracking even more precise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The stepper motors<\/strong> run quietly and consume little power, making your sessions last longer without interruption. That's how you get more out of every clear night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

The GEM28 uses iOptron's latest Go2Nova\u00ae GoTo System.<\/strong> - one of the most advanced and reliable controllers on the market. With a single command, the mount moves smoothly and precisely to any object, giving you more time to observe or photograph.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compact and strongly built<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The CNC-machined metal construction<\/strong> feels robust, but remains surprisingly light. Large latches and the LiteRoc stainless steel tripod<\/strong> provide stability and easy use, even with gloves on. The cast steel spreader with accessory holder<\/strong> provides additional strength and convenience during observation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So the GEM28 is perfect for anyone who wants mobility without compromising on precision and quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

\u2713 Visual observation: excellent fit
\u2713 Astrophotography: very suitable, especially for mobile use
\u2713 Beginners and advanced users: user-friendly and powerful
\u2717 Permanent setup: not intended for fixed observatories<\/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)<\/td><\/tr>
Total weight<\/td>22 kg (including tripod and accessories)<\/td><\/tr>
Color<\/td>Black and 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>
Manual<\/td>Backlit LCD<\/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 Material<\/td>Aluminum<\/td><\/tr>
Worm Gear Equipment<\/td>Brass (144 teeth)<\/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>
Dovetail clamp<\/td>Vixen-compatible<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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

Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Type<\/td>LiteRoc tripod<\/td><\/tr>
Material<\/td>Stainless steel<\/td><\/tr>
Weight<\/td>7 kg<\/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 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 4.5 kg counterweight, WiFi and carrying case - ideal portable mount for precise visual and photographic applications.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":96846,"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-32818","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":32819,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem28-montering-goto-literoc\/","url_meta":{"origin":32818,"position":0},"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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