#19748 - Aquila-88 High-Torque Camera Field Rotator

$1,495.00

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Optec's new Aquila 88 camera field rotator replaces the venerable Pyxis 3” rotator. With a full 88mm clear aperture and less than 35mm thick, the Aquila 88 will takes its place as the next generation rotator.

Optec’s Best-in-Class ASCOM and Alpaca drivers are capable of alt-az de-rotation, image orientation and composition in addition to the traditional guide-star acquisition capability.

A new high-torque U.S. made stepper motor and new bearing system helps Optec reduce costs and pass the savings along to you.

Now includes #19923 Optec/DSI 3.5" x 24tpi to M68 x 1mm adapter.


AQUILA 88 SPECIFICATIONS

Physical:

  • Clear Aperture: 88mm
  • Height: 8.75" (222mm)
  • Width: 6.48" (165mm)
  • Thickness: 1.35" (34.3mm)
  • Weight: 3-lb. 3.4 oz. (1.45 kg)

Interface:

  • Telescope side: OPTEC-3600 receiver
  • Camera side: Optec-DSI 3.5" x 24tpi female thread

Rotator:

  • Total Steps: 216,000 steps
  • Resolution: 6 arc seconds / step
  • Rotation Speed: variable, ~ 2 degrees/second

Electronics:

  • Circuit board: Internal
  • Communications: USB-C and Ethernet
  • Motor: Lin Engineering Hybrid Stepper
  • 211 Series, NEMA 11
  • Made in USA

Power:

  • Power draw: 1.25A max, 0.6A while moving, 0.4A holding
  • Input voltage: 12VDC
  • Input connector: 2.1 x 5.5mm barrel plug, center pin positive

Software:

  • Compatibility: ASCOM and Alpaca
  • Capabilities: Guide star acquisition, field composition, Alt-Az De-rotation
  • De-Rotation: Compatible with Planewave L-mounts, TheSky X, Maxim D/L, N.I.N.A.
  • Any fully configured mount with ASCOM driver.

Included in Package:

  • 12-volt DC switching power supply w/ wall cord
  • Cat-6 Ethernet cable, 7-ft. length
  • USB-C cable, 6-ft. length
  • 5/64" T-handle hex driver

ASCOM and Alpaca drivers and software:

https://www.optecinc.com/downloads/rotators/universal/