{"id":32822,"date":"2025-11-07T14:19:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T13:19:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=32822"},"modified":"2026-03-03T20:21:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T19:21:06","slug":"ioptron-gem45-mount-goto-literoc","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-montering-goto-literoc\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron GEM45 Mount GoTo LiteRoc"},"content":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM45 - Powerful and Portable GoTo Mount<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The iOptron GEM45<\/strong> is a modern German equatorial mount that combines power and precision in a surprisingly lightweight design. Ideal for astrophotographers and visual observers who want reliability and portability in one system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lightweight with large carrying capacity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Weighing only 7 kg, the GEM45 effortlessly carries telescopes weighing up to 20 kg. So you get maximum stability with minimum effort. Perfect for mobile setups or observations in dark locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fast and precise alignment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The built-in iPolar electronic polar finder<\/strong> makes pole alignment easy - even when the North Star is not visible. So you're ready to observe or photograph in minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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

The internal cable management prevents cable breaks and keeps everything tidy. The large handles are easy to operate, even with gloves. Thanks to the patented universal USCS mounting clamp<\/strong> fit both Losmandy and Vixen swallowtails, so you can easily mount almost any telescope.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reliable GoTo Performance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With the Go2Nova 8407<\/strong> hand controller you navigate through more than 212,000 celestial objects at lightning speed. The built-in GPS<\/strong> automatically determines your location, and with the optional WiFi module (iStarFi)<\/strong> control everything from your smartphone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stable and portable LiteRoc tripod<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The LiteRoc tripod<\/strong> offers maximum stability with lightweight construction. The wide legs and sturdy clamps ensure a flicker-free image even during longer exposures. Ideal for traveling astrophotographers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Compact, precise and ready for the future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The iOptron GEM45 grows with you. Whether you observe visually or photograph - this mount delivers stable tracking, accuracy and ease of use every time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - General<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Series<\/td>GEM45<\/td><\/tr>
Type<\/td>Equatorial GoTo Mount<\/td><\/tr>
Design<\/td>German equatorial mount<\/td><\/tr>
GoTo steering<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Accuracy<\/td>\u00b17\u2033<\/td><\/tr>
PEC correction<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
GoTo language<\/td>English<\/td><\/tr>
Software<\/td>Go2Nova 8407<\/td><\/tr>
GPS<\/td>Built-in<\/td><\/tr>
WLAN<\/td>Optional (iStarFi adapter).<\/td><\/tr>
Polar alignment<\/td>iPolar electronic polar finder<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - Capacity and Mechanics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Max. load capacity<\/td>20 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Mounting weight<\/td>7.2 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Counterweight(s)<\/td>1 \u00d7 5 kg<\/td><\/tr>
Mounting saddle<\/td>Losmandy & Vixen compatible<\/td><\/tr>
Pole adjustment<\/td>14\u00b0 - 68\u00b0<\/td><\/tr>
Azimuth fine adjustment<\/td>\u00b16\u00b0<\/td><\/tr>
Drive type<\/td>Wormwheel<\/td><\/tr>
Motors<\/td>Stepping motors (1.8\u00b0 \/ 128 microsteps)<\/td><\/tr>
Input voltage<\/td>12 V<\/td><\/tr>
Power consumption<\/td>5 A<\/td><\/tr>
Cable Management<\/td>Internal<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - Drive & Axis Dimensions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Diameter worm wheel RA<\/td>110 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Worm gear diameter DEC<\/td>110 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Teeth worm gear (RA \/ DEC)<\/td>216<\/td><\/tr>
Diameter worm shaft (RA \/ DEC)<\/td>17 mm<\/td><\/tr>
RA axis diameter<\/td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr>
DEC axis diameter<\/td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Ball bearing diameter (RA \/ DEC)<\/td>68 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Counterweight bar<\/td>28 mm diameter, 280 mm length<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - GoTo & Interfaces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
GoTo System<\/td>Go2Nova 8407<\/td><\/tr>
Database<\/td>212,000 objects<\/td><\/tr>
Hand controller<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Autoguiding<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr>
Interfaces<\/td>USB, Autoguider<\/td><\/tr>
Level<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - Tripod<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Tripod type<\/td>LiteRoc steel tripod<\/td><\/tr>
Diameter of legs above<\/td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Diameter legs under<\/td>38 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Stability<\/td>High, low vibration<\/td><\/tr>
Weight<\/td>Light and portable<\/td><\/tr>
Transport case<\/td>No<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM45 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight and internal cable guide - robust and lightweight GoTo mount for visual and photographic applications.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":96858,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[2790],"product_cat":[56,3097,3100,590,538,3116],"product_tag":[],"class_list":["post-32822","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","product_brand-ioptron","product_cat-telescoop-accessoires","product_cat-astrofotografie-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":32823,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-montering-goto-literoc-met-transportkoffers\/","url_meta":{"origin":32822,"position":0},"title":"iOptron GEM45 Mount GoTo LiteRoc with Transport Cases","author":"","date":"07-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron GEM45 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova 8407 hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight and transport cases - 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