Losmandy GM811G Modular Equatorial Mount

Losmandy has taken their classic GM8 and G11 mounts and have made them completely modular.  This mount package includes the G11 RA Axis and a GM8 DEC axis for a combined load capacity of 50 pounds, a redesigned compact body and 'tucked in' motors for a streamlined look and operation.  By being able to easily split the mount in two, transporting and setting up the mount becomes even more manageable. This mount includes the lightweight LW tripod, one 11 lb. counterweight and the Losmandy Gemini 2 GoTo System. 

The GM8G11G does not split into two pieces without the addition of an RA Extension kit which will be released soon.   

About the GM8 DEC Axis: 

• All machined aluminum and stainless steel, black anodized.
• All stainless steel hardware.
• 2.100” diameter needle thrust bearing.
• 2.000” diameter needle thrust bearing.
• 1.500” diameter needle bearings.
• 2.812” diameter, 7075 aluminum worm gear, 180 tooth.
• Dual supported, ball bearing housed ground High Precision Brass Worm.
• Variable slip clutch, both axes. One knob per axis design.
• Porter Slip Ring Design
• 1.250” diameter aluminum shafts.
• Through the axis polar scope mounting, works in Northern and Southern Hemisphere. Polar scope optional.
• Instrument Weight Capacity 50 LBS
• The GM8 DEC weighs 9 lbs. 

About the G11 RA Axis: 

• All machined aluminum and stainless steel, black anodized.
• All stainless steel hardware.
• 3.750” diameter needle thrust bearing.
• 2.000” diameter needle thrust bearing.
• 1.500” diameter needle bearings.
• 5.625” diameter, 7075 aluminum worm gear, 360 tooth.
• Dual supported, ball bearing housed ground High Precision Brass Worm.
• Variable slip clutch, both axes. One knob per axis design.
• Porter Slip Ring Design
• 1.250” diameter stainless steel shafts.
• Through the axis polar scope mounting, works in Northern and Southern Hemisphere. Polar scope optional.
• Instrument Weight Capacity 50 LBS
• Axis weight 20 lbs.

About the Losmandy Gemini 2 GoTo System: 

• Full Color Graphic Touch Screen clearly displays all functions.
• Classic four-button pattern for guiding, centering, moving and slewing on both the touch screen and tactile membrane on the rear.
• Periodic Error Correction (PEC).
• Programmable DEC. Backlash Compensation (TVC).
• Control panel dimmer, Day and Night Modes.
• Accepts auto-guider systems.
• Northern and Southern Hemisphere operation.
• Tiltable control panel for easy access.
• Stand Alone System. No PC required
• Ethernet 10/100 with full IP function permits operation from anywhere using a browser, ASCOM, or app over the web or Serial Port
• DC Servos for imporved accuracy with higher torque than steppers
• Non-Volatile Memory and Real-Time Clock
• English, German, French & Spanish displays
• Over 40,000 objects
• USB ports; Virtual COM to PC, ASCOM or planetarium program.
• Firmware upgrade via internet
• Auto Guide Port (TTL)

About the LW Tripod: 

The LW Tripod by Losmandy is a machined aluminum tripod with a black anodized finish.  The tripod has folding, fully adjustable legs that will adjust from a height of 27" to 43".  Weighs 15 lbs.