Pegasus Astro - NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount
The Pegasus Astro NYX-88 is a precision harmonic drive mount that offers both dual equatorial and azimuth modes. It uses strain wave gears for smooth and highly accurate motion, boasting a favorable weight-to-load capacity ratio. Weighing only 11 pounds, the NYX-88 can support loads of up to 31 pounds, or 44 pounds with an additional counterweight (not included).
Pegasus Astro NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount
NYX-88 Features:
- The Pegasus Astro NYX-88 is a precision harmonic drive mount featuring both dual equatorial and azimuth mount modes.
- Utilizes strain wave gears for smooth, highly accurate movement with zero backlash.
- Weighs only 11 pounds while supporting loads up to 31 pounds, and up to 44 pounds with an additional counterweight (not included).
- Equipped with smart features, including built-in WiFi and USB control for remote operation, safety stops for power interruptions, and a dual saddle.
- Offers exceptional versatility for both imaging and observing applications.
- The NYX-88 RA axis achieves a resolution of 0.15 arc seconds, with a reduction ratio of 400:1, while the DEC axis has a reduction ratio of 300:1.
- Constructed from CNC-machined AL6061 aluminum alloy, known for its lightweight and durable properties, ideal for supporting a range of optical equipment.
- Features a commonly used M12 counterweight shaft, allowing compatibility with various counterweight brands.
- Includes a secure GX12 power cable to prevent accidental disconnections and a USB type B socket for a firm grip.
- Both power and USB ports are fixed in place to simplify cable management during slewing and tracking.
- Comes with soft carry case.
- Operates on standard 12V power, making it compatible with most battery supplies.
Smaller Version of the NYX-101 for Smaller Optical Tubes
The Pegasus Astro NYX-88 is a precision harmonic drive mount featuring dual equatorial and azimuth mount modes, strain wave gears for smooth and highly accurate movement, and a high mount weight-to-load capacity ratio. Weighing just 11 pounds, the NYX-88 is capable of carrying up to 31 pounds, and up to 44 lbs if using a counterweight (not included). With smart features like built-in WiFi and USB control for remote operation, safety stops to stop your mount during power interruptions, and a dual saddle, the NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount makes an excellent choice for users looking for a versatile and capable mount for imaging and observing applications.
Strain Wave Drive
Strain wave gear technology provides a high degree of precision with zero backlash. When paired with harmonic gears the result is a mount that can provide a high load capacity with no errors and accurate tracking. The NYX-88 RA axis has down to 0.15 arc seconds of resolution and the reduction on the RA axis is 400:1. The DEC axis reduction is 300:1.
Lightweight Body Design
The NYX-88 is CNC machined from AL6061 aluminum alloy, often used in aircraft manufacturing and known for being both lightweight and durable. This allows the mount to be exceptionally lightweight. This mount will support everything from a small refractor and camera to larger optical tubes. The counterweight shaft is a commonly used M12 size allowing a variety of counterweight brands to be used.
Power and Safety
The supplied power cable is a GX12 type for secure locking onto the mount, helping prevent any unplanned power interruptions. The USB type B special socket ensures a secure grip. Both ports are located on a stationary part of the mount, so they will not move during slewing and tracking, simplifying cable management. Requiring only 12V power, the NYX-88 can be easily powered with most typical battery supplies.
Specifications:
- Material: CNC machined 6061 aircraft aluminum alloy
- Mount Mode: Equatorial or Altazimuth
- Mount Drive Strain Wave (Harmonic) Gear and Belt resulting reduction 400:1 (RA) and 300:1 (DEC)
- Load Capacity: Up to 31 without counterweights and 44 lbs with counterweights
- Weight: 11 lbs
- Safety/Power Off Brake: On RA Axis
- Dovetail: Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch
- RA Motor Resolution: 0.15"
- Max Slew: 5 degs/sec
- Power Voltage: 12V DC unregulated, 0.7A during tracking, 2Amps during slewing
- Guide Port: ST4
- Counterweight Shaft: M12 Shaft
- Communication: Wireless 802.11g and USB2
- Operating Temperature: -20° to + 50°C
- Warranty: 3 years
- Made in (designed, assembled, and tested): Greece. We carefully curate the entire manufacturing, testing, and packing process
Warranty
3-year manufacturer warranty.
Brand | Pegasus Astro |
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Free Shipping | Free Shipping Available |
GPS | No |
Case Included | Yes |
Warranty | 3 years |
Mount Load Capacity | 31 pounds, up to 44 pounds if using a counterweight |
Mount Head Weight | 11 lbs |
Power Requirements | 12V DC unregulated 0.7A during tracking, 2Amps during slewing |
Slew Speeds | 5 degs/sec maximum |
Includes Autoguide Port | Yes |
Periodic Error Correction | Yes |
Operating Temperature | -20° to + 50°C |