PlaneWave L-500 Direct Drive Mount

Starting Price: $22,500.00
Price as Configured: $22,500.00
Brand: PlaneWave Instruments / SKU: PW-600550
The L-500 is designed for the CDK17/20 and can handle a payload of over 200 lbs with zero backlash, zero periodic error, and virtually silent motion and slew speeds of up to 50 degrees per second!

Complete your set up with a PlaneWave pier and wedge - see "RELATED PRODUCTS" at the bottom of the page.

NOTE: Shipping cost will be determined after the order is made and must be paid for before the mount will ship. A shipping quote can be obtained on request.
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