{"id":32824,"date":"2025-11-07T14:19:34","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T13:19:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.telescoop.nl\/?post_type=product&p=32824"},"modified":"2026-03-03T20:21:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T19:21:06","slug":"ioptron-gem45-ec-mount-goto-literoc","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-ec-montering-goto-literoc\/","title":{"rendered":"iOptron GEM45-EC Mount GoTo LiteRoc"},"content":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM45-EC - Compact Power and Precision in One Mount<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The iOptron GEM45-EC<\/strong> is designed for those who want maximum precision without heavy lugging. This modern German equatorial mount combines power, portability and smart technology in one sleek, CNC-machined design. Perfect for astrophotographers and serious observers who want effortless accuracy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Strong, light and stable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Weighing only 7.2 kg, the GEM45-EC carries telescopes up to 20 kg<\/strong>. That means you have a robust, vibration-free base for all your observations. The weight to carrying capacity ratio is exceptional - ideal if you are often on the road or shooting in different locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy and fast alignment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

With the built-in iPolar electronic polar finder<\/strong> alignment is easy, even without a view of the North Star. You save time and get an accurate alignment instantly. So you can start observing or photographing faster, without the hassle of manual adjustments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ultra-precise tracking - no guiding required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The EC version<\/strong> is equipped with high-resolution encoders<\/strong> on both axes. They correct movements in real time to less than 0.25 arc seconds<\/strong>. This eliminates star trails and keeps your image razor sharp, even at long exposure times. Guiding is simply no longer necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Smart cable management and comfortable use<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The internal cable management system<\/strong> keeps everything neat and prevents breakage or knots. Large clamping levers make assembly easy - even with gloves on. The USCS mounting clamp<\/strong> Supports both Losmandy and Vixen saddles, so your telescope is always securely mounted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Powerful GoTo navigation with GPS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Go2Nova 8407 hand controller<\/strong> contains a database of 212,000 sky objects<\/strong>. Thanks to the built-in GPS<\/strong> the mount always knows where you are, which improves GoTo accuracy. With the optional iStarFi WiFi adapter<\/strong> you can even control everything wirelessly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light but stable LiteRoc tripod<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The LiteRoc tripod<\/strong> combines a lightweight design with maximum stability. Legs up to 45 mm in diameter provide rigidity without added weight. Perfect for mobile astrophotographers seeking reliability with every session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For those who want absolute precision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Whether you're taking deep-sky photos or simply enjoying sharp visual observations, the GEM45-EC always delivers top performance. Accurate, quiet, portable and durable - a mount that grows with you, night after night.<\/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 mount<\/td><\/tr>
Design<\/td>German equatorial GoTo mount<\/td><\/tr>
GoTo control<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Accuracy<\/td>\u00b17\u2033<\/td><\/tr>
PEC correction<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
GPS<\/td>Built-in<\/td><\/tr>
WLAN<\/td>Optional (iStarFi adapter).<\/td><\/tr>
Polar alignment<\/td>iPolar electronic polar finder<\/td><\/tr>
GoTo language<\/td>English<\/td><\/tr>
Software<\/td>Go2Nova 8407<\/td><\/tr>
Encoder<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - Capacity & 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
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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>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Interfaces<\/td>USB, Autoguider<\/td><\/tr>
Level<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Specifications - Tripod & Equipment<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/strong><\/th>Description<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Tripod type<\/td>LiteRoc tripod<\/td><\/tr>
Material<\/td>Steel<\/td><\/tr>
Diameter of legs above<\/td>45 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Diameter legs under<\/td>38 mm<\/td><\/tr>
Stability<\/td>Very stable, low vibration<\/td><\/tr>
Pole finder<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Transport cases<\/td>Yes<\/td><\/tr>
Tripod weight<\/td>Light and portable<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

iOptron GEM45-EC comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova 8407 hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight, high-resolution encoders and transport case - high-precision GoTo mount for advanced astrophotography without guiding.<\/p>","protected":false},"featured_media":96863,"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-32824","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":32822,"url":"https:\/\/staging.telescoop.nl\/en\/ioptron-gem45-montering-goto-literoc\/","url_meta":{"origin":32824,"position":0},"title":"iOptron GEM45 Mount GoTo LiteRoc","author":"","date":"07-11-2025","format":false,"excerpt":"iOptron GEM45 comes with iPolar polar finder, Go2Nova hand controller, LiteRoc tripod, 5 kg counterweight and internal cable guide - 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