PlaneWave L-350 Direct Drive Telescope Mount
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Shipped directly from the PlaneWave factory in Adrian, Michigan. $300 Crating Fee and shipping charges to be billed separately.
- Direct-Drive Motors: enables zero backlash, zero periodic error, and rapid slewing up to 50°/sec for fast, precise tracking
- High-Resolution Encoders: providing ultra-precise positioning for demanding imaging and research (18.88 million counts/rev, 0.069″ resolution)
- Designed for both Alt/Az and EQ: the L-350 meets diverse observational needs. Whether for a fixed installation in an educational observatory or a versatile setup for amateur astronomers
- Engineered for stability and performance: supports up to 100 lbs (45 kg) payload, weighs 110 lbs (50 kg), and delivers pointing accuracy <10″ RMS and tracking accuracy 0.3″ over 5 minutes
- Compatability: DeltaRho 350, CDK12.5, CDK14, IRDK12.5, and IRDK14 optical tube assemblies
L-350 Direct Drive Telescope Mount
Experience precision and performance with the PlaneWave L-350 Direct Drive Mount, a professional-grade system built for astronomers who demand accuracy without compromise. This mount delivers seamless, backlash-free motion through direct-drive technology, enabling smooth, responsive tracking ideal for both visual and imaging setups. Designed for flexible use in Alt/Az or equatorial configurations, the L-350 provides quiet operation, effortless control, and exceptional stability, making it a trusted choice for observatories and serious astrophotographers alike. *Price excludes shipping and crating*
Specification Spotlight
L-350 Direct-Drive Mount
- Payload Capcity - 100 lbs (45 kg)
- Assembly - Single fork Arm Mount
- Direct Drive Motors - State-of-the-art direct-drive motors on each axis, providing smooth, fast, and quiet movements of the mount with zero backlash and zero periodic error
- High-Resolution Encoders - High-resolution encoders offer precise positioning, essential for capturing high-quality astrophotography and research conduction
- Azimuth Dovetail Balance System - Provides percise center of gravity adjustments, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount
- Rapid Target Acquisition - Direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting
- Ideal for the DeltaRho 350, CDK12.5, CDK14, IRDK12.5, and IRDK14 optical tube assemblies
Core Features of the L-350 Direct Drive Mount
State-of-the-Art Direct-Drive Motors
Equipped with PlaneWave's proprietary direct-drive motors on each axis, the L-350 ensures the telescopes' smooth, fast, and whisper-quiet movement. This rapid adjustment capability is ideal for tracking celestial objects and satellites across the sky with minimal vibration and maximal accuracy.
High-Resolution Encoders
With high-resolution encoders on each axis, the L-350 offers precise positioning, crucial for capturing sharp, detailed images of the night sky. These encoders are fundamental for scientific applications where exact data collection is paramount.
Zero Backlash and Periodic Error
The design of the L-350 eliminates backlash and periodic error, providing steady tracking that is essential for high-quality astrophotography and reliable, long-term observational research.
Flexible Installation Options
Available in both Alt/Az and equatorial configurations, the L-350 meets diverse observational needs. Whether for a fixed installation in an educational observatory or a versatile setup for amateur astronomers, this mount adjusts to various settings and requirements.
Through-the-Mount Cabling
The innovative through-the-mount cabling system enhances setup neatness and safety, preventing cable snagging and reducing setup time.
Azimuth Dovetail Balance System
Provides precise center of gravity adjustments, enhancing the stability and performance of the system in both alt-azimuth and equatorial configurations, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount during extended observations.
Optional Dual Mounting Bracket
Allows for the attachment of additional telescopes or accessories on the mount, enhancing versatility and enabling simultaneous multi-instrument use, ideal for complex observational setups or educational demonstrations.
Rapid Target Acquisition
Equipped with direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting of celestial objects and satellites, crucial for dynamic observations and time-sensitive astrophotography.
PointXP Mount Modeling Software
Included with the mount, PointXP software creates precise models of the mount's tracking behavior, improving its accuracy for critical applications. This software is invaluable for projects requiring exact positioning and tracking over extended periods.
Application-Specific Advantages
The L-350 offers tailored performance across multiple disciplines. For astrophotographers, its fast slew speeds and silent operation enable smooth, quiet repositioning between shots, capturing stunning celestial images without disruption. Researchers benefit from the mount’s precise tracking and durable build, allowing for extended observing sessions and consistent data collection. While the L-350 has also been used in Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) for tracking satellites and debris, its true strengths shine in astrophotography and research applications. For advanced SSA/SDA performance, PlaneWave developed the T-600 Direct-Drive Gimbal to exceed those demanding requirements.
Specifications
Mount System
- Type: Alt-Azimuth / Equatorial Direct-Drive Mount
- Weight: 110 lb (50 kg)
- Max. Load Capacity: 100 lb (45 kg)
- Latitude Range: 0 to 90°, Northern and Southern hemispheres
- Cable Management: Equipment cables can be wired through mount
- Swing-Through Length (From Altitude Axis): 571.5 mm (22.5 in)
Control System
- Control Electronics: PlaneWave Interface dual axis telescope control
- Homing Sensors: Home position sensors are included allowing the mount to find its home position on power up
- Slew Rate: 20° per second (standard); 50° per second (maximum), both axes
- Power Requirement: Accepts 100-240 VAC 50/60HZ. Supplied with 120 VAC 15A IEC Type B Regulated Power Adapter
Motion Control
- Motor Control: Industrial grade brushless motor control system and built in electronics
- Motor – Azimuth and Altitude: Direct-Drive 3 Phase Axial-Flux Torque Motors Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude
- Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude: 152 mm stainless steel encoder ring with reader built into the azimuth and altitude axes. 18,880,000 counts per revolution (0.069-arcsecond resolution).
- Motor Torque: Approximately 20 ft-lb continuous; 50 ft-lb peak
- Drive Electronics: Industrial grade, off-the-shelf brushless motor drives for each axis with custom designed interface card
- Telescope Control Software: Uses PWI4. Incorporates PointXP mount modeling software by Dave Rowe. All ASCOM compatible.
System Performance
- Pointing Accuracy: <10-arcsecond RMS with PointXP Model
- Pointing Precision: 2 arcseconds at sidereal velocity
- Tracking Accuracy: 0.3 arcseconds over a 5-minute period at sidereal velocity
- System Natural Frequency: 10 Hz or greater
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: United States
L-350 Direct Drive Telescope Mount
Experience precision and performance with the PlaneWave L-350 Direct Drive Mount, a professional-grade system built for astronomers who demand accuracy without compromise. This mount delivers seamless, backlash-free motion through direct-drive technology, enabling smooth, responsive tracking ideal for both visual and imaging setups. Designed for flexible use in Alt/Az or equatorial configurations, the L-350 provides quiet operation, effortless control, and exceptional stability, making it a trusted choice for observatories and serious astrophotographers alike. *Price excludes shipping and crating*
Specification Spotlight
L-350 Direct-Drive Mount
- Payload Capcity - 100 lbs (45 kg)
- Assembly - Single fork Arm Mount
- Direct Drive Motors - State-of-the-art direct-drive motors on each axis, providing smooth, fast, and quiet movements of the mount with zero backlash and zero periodic error
- High-Resolution Encoders - High-resolution encoders offer precise positioning, essential for capturing high-quality astrophotography and research conduction
- Azimuth Dovetail Balance System - Provides percise center of gravity adjustments, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount
- Rapid Target Acquisition - Direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting
- Ideal for the DeltaRho 350, CDK12.5, CDK14, IRDK12.5, and IRDK14 optical tube assemblies
Core Features of the L-350 Direct Drive Mount
State-of-the-Art Direct-Drive Motors
Equipped with PlaneWave's proprietary direct-drive motors on each axis, the L-350 ensures the telescopes' smooth, fast, and whisper-quiet movement. This rapid adjustment capability is ideal for tracking celestial objects and satellites across the sky with minimal vibration and maximal accuracy.
High-Resolution Encoders
With high-resolution encoders on each axis, the L-350 offers precise positioning, crucial for capturing sharp, detailed images of the night sky. These encoders are fundamental for scientific applications where exact data collection is paramount.
Zero Backlash and Periodic Error
The design of the L-350 eliminates backlash and periodic error, providing steady tracking that is essential for high-quality astrophotography and reliable, long-term observational research.
Flexible Installation Options
Available in both Alt/Az and equatorial configurations, the L-350 meets diverse observational needs. Whether for a fixed installation in an educational observatory or a versatile setup for amateur astronomers, this mount adjusts to various settings and requirements.
Through-the-Mount Cabling
The innovative through-the-mount cabling system enhances setup neatness and safety, preventing cable snagging and reducing setup time.
Azimuth Dovetail Balance System
Provides precise center of gravity adjustments, enhancing the stability and performance of the system in both alt-azimuth and equatorial configurations, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount during extended observations.
Optional Dual Mounting Bracket
Allows for the attachment of additional telescopes or accessories on the mount, enhancing versatility and enabling simultaneous multi-instrument use, ideal for complex observational setups or educational demonstrations.
Rapid Target Acquisition
Equipped with direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting of celestial objects and satellites, crucial for dynamic observations and time-sensitive astrophotography.
PointXP Mount Modeling Software
Included with the mount, PointXP software creates precise models of the mount's tracking behavior, improving its accuracy for critical applications. This software is invaluable for projects requiring exact positioning and tracking over extended periods.
Application-Specific Advantages
The L-350 offers tailored performance across multiple disciplines. For astrophotographers, its fast slew speeds and silent operation enable smooth, quiet repositioning between shots, capturing stunning celestial images without disruption. Researchers benefit from the mount’s precise tracking and durable build, allowing for extended observing sessions and consistent data collection. While the L-350 has also been used in Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) for tracking satellites and debris, its true strengths shine in astrophotography and research applications. For advanced SSA/SDA performance, PlaneWave developed the T-600 Direct-Drive Gimbal to exceed those demanding requirements.
Specifications
Mount System
- Type: Alt-Azimuth / Equatorial Direct-Drive Mount
- Weight: 110 lb (50 kg)
- Max. Load Capacity: 100 lb (45 kg)
- Latitude Range: 0 to 90°, Northern and Southern hemispheres
- Cable Management: Equipment cables can be wired through mount
- Swing-Through Length (From Altitude Axis): 571.5 mm (22.5 in)
Control System
- Control Electronics: PlaneWave Interface dual axis telescope control
- Homing Sensors: Home position sensors are included allowing the mount to find its home position on power up
- Slew Rate: 20° per second (standard); 50° per second (maximum), both axes
- Power Requirement: Accepts 100-240 VAC 50/60HZ. Supplied with 120 VAC 15A IEC Type B Regulated Power Adapter
Motion Control
- Motor Control: Industrial grade brushless motor control system and built in electronics
- Motor – Azimuth and Altitude: Direct-Drive 3 Phase Axial-Flux Torque Motors Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude
- Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude: 152 mm stainless steel encoder ring with reader built into the azimuth and altitude axes. 18,880,000 counts per revolution (0.069-arcsecond resolution).
- Motor Torque: Approximately 20 ft-lb continuous; 50 ft-lb peak
- Drive Electronics: Industrial grade, off-the-shelf brushless motor drives for each axis with custom designed interface card
- Telescope Control Software: Uses PWI4. Incorporates PointXP mount modeling software by Dave Rowe. All ASCOM compatible.
System Performance
- Pointing Accuracy: <10-arcsecond RMS with PointXP Model
- Pointing Precision: 2 arcseconds at sidereal velocity
- Tracking Accuracy: 0.3 arcseconds over a 5-minute period at sidereal velocity
- System Natural Frequency: 10 Hz or greater
- Keller EZ-Saddle (600182): Comes standard with the L-350 mount for secure and reliable optical tube attachment
- Mounting Hardware: Includes six 3/8-16 x 1/4″ socket head cap screws and washers for attaching the mount to a pier or wedge, plus one extended-length shoulder bolt for RA axis to EQ wedge alignment
- 16' USB Cable: Connects the mount to your observatory control computer
- 120VAC Power Cable: Provides power to the mount
- Standard Allen Key Set: For tightening and adjusting mount hardware
Shipped directly from the PlaneWave factory in Adrian, Michigan. $300 Crating Fee and shipping charges to be billed separately.
- Direct-Drive Motors: enables zero backlash, zero periodic error, and rapid slewing up to 50°/sec for fast, precise tracking
- High-Resolution Encoders: providing ultra-precise positioning for demanding imaging and research (18.88 million counts/rev, 0.069″ resolution)
- Designed for both Alt/Az and EQ: the L-350 meets diverse observational needs. Whether for a fixed installation in an educational observatory or a versatile setup for amateur astronomers
- Engineered for stability and performance: supports up to 100 lbs (45 kg) payload, weighs 110 lbs (50 kg), and delivers pointing accuracy <10″ RMS and tracking accuracy 0.3″ over 5 minutes
- Compatability: DeltaRho 350, CDK12.5, CDK14, IRDK12.5, and IRDK14 optical tube assemblies
L-350 Direct Drive Telescope Mount
Experience precision and performance with the PlaneWave L-350 Direct Drive Mount, a professional-grade system built for astronomers who demand accuracy without compromise. This mount delivers seamless, backlash-free motion through direct-drive technology, enabling smooth, responsive tracking ideal for both visual and imaging setups. Designed for flexible use in Alt/Az or equatorial configurations, the L-350 provides quiet operation, effortless control, and exceptional stability, making it a trusted choice for observatories and serious astrophotographers alike. *Price excludes shipping and crating*
Specification Spotlight
L-350 Direct-Drive Mount
- Payload Capcity - 100 lbs (45 kg)
- Assembly - Single fork Arm Mount
- Direct Drive Motors - State-of-the-art direct-drive motors on each axis, providing smooth, fast, and quiet movements of the mount with zero backlash and zero periodic error
- High-Resolution Encoders - High-resolution encoders offer precise positioning, essential for capturing high-quality astrophotography and research conduction
- Azimuth Dovetail Balance System - Provides percise center of gravity adjustments, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount
- Rapid Target Acquisition - Direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting
- Ideal for the DeltaRho 350, CDK12.5, CDK14, IRDK12.5, and IRDK14 optical tube assemblies
Core Features of the L-350 Direct Drive Mount
State-of-the-Art Direct-Drive Motors
Equipped with PlaneWave's proprietary direct-drive motors on each axis, the L-350 ensures the telescopes' smooth, fast, and whisper-quiet movement. This rapid adjustment capability is ideal for tracking celestial objects and satellites across the sky with minimal vibration and maximal accuracy.
High-Resolution Encoders
With high-resolution encoders on each axis, the L-350 offers precise positioning, crucial for capturing sharp, detailed images of the night sky. These encoders are fundamental for scientific applications where exact data collection is paramount.
Zero Backlash and Periodic Error
The design of the L-350 eliminates backlash and periodic error, providing steady tracking that is essential for high-quality astrophotography and reliable, long-term observational research.
Flexible Installation Options
Available in both Alt/Az and equatorial configurations, the L-350 meets diverse observational needs. Whether for a fixed installation in an educational observatory or a versatile setup for amateur astronomers, this mount adjusts to various settings and requirements.
Through-the-Mount Cabling
The innovative through-the-mount cabling system enhances setup neatness and safety, preventing cable snagging and reducing setup time.
Azimuth Dovetail Balance System
Provides precise center of gravity adjustments, enhancing the stability and performance of the system in both alt-azimuth and equatorial configurations, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount during extended observations.
Optional Dual Mounting Bracket
Allows for the attachment of additional telescopes or accessories on the mount, enhancing versatility and enabling simultaneous multi-instrument use, ideal for complex observational setups or educational demonstrations.
Rapid Target Acquisition
Equipped with direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting of celestial objects and satellites, crucial for dynamic observations and time-sensitive astrophotography.
PointXP Mount Modeling Software
Included with the mount, PointXP software creates precise models of the mount's tracking behavior, improving its accuracy for critical applications. This software is invaluable for projects requiring exact positioning and tracking over extended periods.
Application-Specific Advantages
The L-350 offers tailored performance across multiple disciplines. For astrophotographers, its fast slew speeds and silent operation enable smooth, quiet repositioning between shots, capturing stunning celestial images without disruption. Researchers benefit from the mount’s precise tracking and durable build, allowing for extended observing sessions and consistent data collection. While the L-350 has also been used in Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) for tracking satellites and debris, its true strengths shine in astrophotography and research applications. For advanced SSA/SDA performance, PlaneWave developed the T-600 Direct-Drive Gimbal to exceed those demanding requirements.
Specifications
Mount System
- Type: Alt-Azimuth / Equatorial Direct-Drive Mount
- Weight: 110 lb (50 kg)
- Max. Load Capacity: 100 lb (45 kg)
- Latitude Range: 0 to 90°, Northern and Southern hemispheres
- Cable Management: Equipment cables can be wired through mount
- Swing-Through Length (From Altitude Axis): 571.5 mm (22.5 in)
Control System
- Control Electronics: PlaneWave Interface dual axis telescope control
- Homing Sensors: Home position sensors are included allowing the mount to find its home position on power up
- Slew Rate: 20° per second (standard); 50° per second (maximum), both axes
- Power Requirement: Accepts 100-240 VAC 50/60HZ. Supplied with 120 VAC 15A IEC Type B Regulated Power Adapter
Motion Control
- Motor Control: Industrial grade brushless motor control system and built in electronics
- Motor – Azimuth and Altitude: Direct-Drive 3 Phase Axial-Flux Torque Motors Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude
- Encoder – Azimuth and Altitude: 152 mm stainless steel encoder ring with reader built into the azimuth and altitude axes. 18,880,000 counts per revolution (0.069-arcsecond resolution).
- Motor Torque: Approximately 20 ft-lb continuous; 50 ft-lb peak
- Drive Electronics: Industrial grade, off-the-shelf brushless motor drives for each axis with custom designed interface card
- Telescope Control Software: Uses PWI4. Incorporates PointXP mount modeling software by Dave Rowe. All ASCOM compatible.
System Performance
- Pointing Accuracy: <10-arcsecond RMS with PointXP Model
- Pointing Precision: 2 arcseconds at sidereal velocity
- Tracking Accuracy: 0.3 arcseconds over a 5-minute period at sidereal velocity
- System Natural Frequency: 10 Hz or greater
Other Information
- Country of Manufacture: United States
- Keller EZ-Saddle (600182): Comes standard with the L-350 mount for secure and reliable optical tube attachment
- Mounting Hardware: Includes six 3/8-16 x 1/4″ socket head cap screws and washers for attaching the mount to a pier or wedge, plus one extended-length shoulder bolt for RA axis to EQ wedge alignment
- 16' USB Cable: Connects the mount to your observatory control computer
- 120VAC Power Cable: Provides power to the mount
- Standard Allen Key Set: For tightening and adjusting mount hardware
PlaneWave L-350 Direct Drive Telescope Mount