PlaneWave L-500 Direct Drive Mount

Starting Price: $26,000.00
Price as Configured: $26,000.00

Brand: PlaneWave Instruments / SKU: PW-600550

The PlaneWave L-500 Direct Drive Mount embodies the pinnacle of engineering precision, designed to meet the rigorous demands of advanced astrophotographers and astronomical researchers. As a critical part of our L-Series, this mount leverages sophisticated technology to provide an unmatched observational platform.

The L-500 distinguishes itself with its significant specifications and features:

200 lbs load capacity
Direct drive motors for zero backlash, zero periodic error, and swift 50-degree-per-second slew speeds
High-resolution encoders for precise positioning
Enclosed electronics
Through the mount cabling
Alt/Az or equatorial installation orientations
Ideal for DeltaRho 350, CDK14, CDK17, CDK20 f/6.8, CDK20 f7.7, IRDK14, IRDK17, IRDK20 and RC20 Optical Tube Assemblies

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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Recommended Add-ons and Accessories

Product	Price	Quantity
PW-L500204 - PlaneWave L-500/L-600 Mount Internal Sliding Weight Accessory About This Product Add to the versatility of your L-500/L-600 mount with this internal Right Ascension sliding weight balance accessory. The accessory includes one 5 lb weight and shaft that installs inside the Right Ascension axis. Balance of the mount is important for optimal direct drive motor performance and with this accessory, users have the ability to fine-tune Right Ascension balance. The L500204 balance accessory is required to install the L500206 Right Ascension balance accessory. This item is included with the L-600 Direct Drive Mount.	$520.00 each
PW-L500206 - PlaneWave L-500 Right Ascension Balance Accessory About This Product Add to the versatility of your L-500/L-600 mount with this external Right Ascension axis balance accessory. Balance of the mount is important for optimal direct drive motor performance and with this accessory users have the ability to fine tune Right Ascension balance. The accessory includes one 2, 5, and 10 lb weights. Please note this balance accessory requires the Right Ascension sliding weight accessory (L500204) to be already installed inside the mount in order to fit the additional weight system. The L500204 is a required product to install with the item L500206 for L-500, L-550, and L-600 Direct Drive Mounts.	$1,080.00 each