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PlaneWave L-600 Direct Drive Mount

PlaneWave L-600 Direct Drive Mount

Starting Price: $40,000.00
Price as Configured: $40,000.00
Brand: PlaneWave Instruments / SKU: PW-600551
The PlaneWave L-600 Direct Drive Mount represents the pinnacle of engineering excellence, designed to meet the rigorous demands of astrophotography enthusiasts and advanced astronomy researchers. This mount, a key component in our L-Series, integrates superior technology to provide an unparalleled observational platform.

The L-600 stands out with its notable specifications and features:

  • 300 lbs load capacity
  • Direct drive motors for zero backlash, zero periodic error, and fast 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 the DeltaRho 500, CDK17, CDK20 f/6.8, CDK20 f/7.7, CDK24, IRDK17, IRDK20, IRDK24, RC20, and RC24 optical tube assemblies
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State-of-the-Art Direct-Drive Motors
Equipped with PlaneWave’s proprietary direct-drive motors on each axis, the L-600 ensures the telescope’s smooth, fast, and whisper-quiet movement. This rapid adjustment capability is ideal for tracking celestial objects and satellites across the sky with minimal vibration and maximal accuracy.

High-Resolution Encoders
With high-resolution encoders on each axis, the L-600 offers precise positioning, crucial for capturing sharp, detailed images of the night sky. These encoders are fundamental for scientific applications where exact data collection is paramount.

Zero Backlash and Periodic Error
The design of the L-600 eliminates backlash and periodic error, providing steady tracking that is essential for high-quality astrophotography and reliable, long-term observational research.

Flexible Installation Options
Available in both Alt/Az and equatorial configurations, the L-600 meets diverse observational needs. Whether for a fixed installation in an educational observatory or a versatile setup for professional astronomers, this mount adjusts to various settings and requirements.

Through-the-Mount Cabling
The innovative through-the-mount cabling system enhances setup neatness and safety, preventing cable snagging and reducing setup time, which is particularly beneficial in public or educational settings.

Azimuth Dovetail Balance System
Provides precise center of gravity adjustments, enhancing the stability and performance of the system in both alt-azimuth and equatorial configurations, crucial for maintaining accurate tracking and reducing strain on the mount during extended observations.

Rapid Target Acquisition
Equipped with direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting of celestial objects and satellites, crucial for dynamic observations and time-sensitive astrophotography.

Optional Dual Mounting Bracket
Allows for the attachment of additional telescopes or accessories on the mount, enhancing versatility and enabling simultaneous multi-instrument use, ideal for complex observational setups or educational demonstrations.

Rapid Target Acquisition
Equipped with direct-drive motors capable of slew speeds up to 50 degrees per second, enabling quick and efficient targeting of celestial objects and satellites, crucial for dynamic observations and time-sensitive astrophotography.

PointXP Mount Modeling Software
Included with the mount, PointXP software creates precise models of the mount’s tracking behavior, improving its accuracy for critical applications. This software is invaluable for projects requiring exact positioning and tracking over extended periods.

Application-Specific Advantages
Astrophotography
The L-600’s fast slew speeds and silent operation allow astrophotographers to quickly and quietly reposition between shots, capturing stunning celestial images without disturbing the observational environment.

Research
Researchers benefit from the L-600’s robust build and precise tracking to conduct detailed celestial observations and night-long monitoring with minimal interruption and consistent data quality.

Space Situational Awareness (SSA) and Space Domain Awareness (SDA)
With its ability to swiftly and accurately reposition, the L-600 has ben been used for tracking satellites and space debris. However, our L-series mounts work best for astrophotography and research applications.