iOptron HAE16C Dual AZ/EQ SWG Hybrid Mount

Ultra Compact, Yet Mighty

Introducing the iOptron AZ/EQ dual SWG mount HAE16C! This light weight, compact, mini titan will deliver a portable astronomy experience like never before. Imagine a mount head weighing just 5.7 lbs with a payload capability 18lbs, without needing a cumbersome counterweight or shaft. iOptron’s multi-decade experience creating compact precision mounts with unheard of payload to weight ratios, led to the HAE16C becoming the choice for astronomers on the go. Utilizing state of the art strain wave gear technology on the RA movement with a traditional worm gear on the dec the HAE16C delivers tracking accuracy that other dual SWG mounts can match.

Its black anodized all metal CNC machined body is not only appealing to the eye, it’s a rugged platform that will perform at the highest level for many years to come. Unique features include an electronic friction brake allows the mount to stop safely, upgradable firmware, built-in Wi-Fi, and zero position locator. The stationary power and USB inputs go a long way in avoiding tangled cables and wires.

An HAE16 mount can be controlled by a computer, either via ASCOM/Commander for a Windows PC or a third party INDI driver for a MacOS software, a SmartPhone/Tablet via iOptron Commander Lite, an App like Sky Safari or a Raspberry Pi device via INDI driver.

Features Advanced strain wave drive technology Payload capacity of 18 lbs (~8.2 kg) with the mount weight of 5.7 lbs (2.6 kg). Maximum payload of 26.5lbs with an optional CW shaft and CW CNC machined Unique friction brake on RA axis to safely stop movement during a planned or unplanned power interruption 360 second gear period Vixen dovetail saddle Built in zero position search and locator Built-in Wi-Fi USB-C type ports for firmware upgrade and computer control (one on base and one on dovetail saddle) Support iOptron Commander, ASCOM and INDI Optional Go2Nova® 8411 handset with OLED display iPolar electronic polar scope for easy and accurate polar alignment (optional) Hard carrying case Two year warranty Optional carbon fiber tripod #8061A Optional iGuiderTM autoguiding system #3360 Optional counterweight shaft (#P-SGP-CWS) and counterweight (#3006-05) Optional MiniPier extension #8041 Optional Leveling MiniPier #8042 for AZ mode leveling (working with #8061A CF tripod only)