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.

Introductory Price: $1,495

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, ~ 3 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

(Note: Initial prototypes with natural anodize had 2.5 x 5.5mm plugs)

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

Aquila 88 Overview Dimensional drawing for Aquila 88 rotator
Optec Universal Rotator Software ASCOM and Alpaca drivers and software

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

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

Quantity

Out of Stock

Available for backorder, you can contact Optec directly at sales@optecinc.com to reserve a backordered item or order here