PlaneWave L-500 Direct Drive Mount
Starting Price: $26,000.00
Price as Configured: $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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- Dovetail Saddle (200919) - The PW wide saddle comes standard with the L-500 mount
- Hardware - Six 1/2-13 x 1 1/4″ socket head cap screws to bolt the mount to the pier or wedge; Six 1/2-13 washers; One extended length shoulder bolt for RA axis to EQ wedge alignment
- One 16' USB Cable - To connect the mount to the observatory control computer
- One 120VAC power cable- To provide power to the mount
- Standard Allen Key Set- For tightening bolts used on the mount
- Flash drive- Contains PWI4 software for mount control and instructions for installation
- 3/8 Socket - Used for operating the RA balance leadscrew on the mount
- Gamepad - Used for control of the mount tracking speeds for visual observing
- Standard Allen Key Set- For tightening bolts used on the mount