Testar Australia is a technical assistant dealer for 10 Micron. Our staff has been trained at the 10 Micron factory to provide assistance, repairs and maintenance on their products. The 10 Micron AZ2500 DDS is a computerized alt-azimuth mount, built with state of the art components and made in Italy with cutting-edge manufacturing methods and advanced technologies. This mount has been designed to offer exceptional 40° per second pointing speed and best-in-class tracking accuracy for advanced applications such as satellite tracking, laser communication, astronomy and atmospheric research. The direct drive high torque motors with absolute encoders designed by 10 Micron ensure the highest possible performance. Features Direct drive high torque motors specifically designed for the demands of astronomy Very high resolution absolute encoders Finest quality bearings Very stiff and compact body for top stability Very fast pointing speed up to 40°/sec. Very accurate tracking for long exposure unguided imaging Full standalone control using the provided keypad Internal sky modelling capability with up to 100 reference stars/points Automatic modelling via optional software Focuser and derotator control Wide range of accessories Equatorial pier available as an optional accessory Specifications Mount type Atazimuthal (Equatorial as option) Mount weight 85 kg Dimensions 460 mm x 746 mm Payload capacity 75 kg + 75 kg (dual telescope configuration) Bearings Premium quality, high precision bearings Transmission system Direct Drive System Motors High torque direct drive Encoders High resolution absolute encoders, industrial grade Power supply 48 V Power consumption 10 A (peak) Go-To speed 40° / sec Pointing accuracy (typical)