The Skywatcher Wave 150i Strainwave Harmonic Mount features a unique strain wave gear system, which is the core of its exceptional performance. This system utilizes a special type of gear known as a strain wave gear, which consists of a rigid circular spline and a flexible spline that deforms into an elliptical shape. This deformation creates a high degree of mesh between the gear teeth, resulting in smooth and precise movements with minimal backlash and periodic error.

The mount is equipped with dual servo motors, one for each axis (Right Ascension and Declination), providing accurate and efficient tracking of celestial objects. These motors are controlled by a sophisticated GoToNova computer system, which can be operated through a hand controller or connected to a computer for advanced functionality.

The Wave 150i is designed to accommodate telescopes with a maximum payload capacity of 15 kg (25kg with a counterweight) making it suitable for a wide range of telescope setups, including refractors, Newtonian reflectors, and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. The mount features a solid tripod with adjustable height and a sturdy equatorial wedge for precise polar alignment.

One of the standout features of this mount is its compatibility with various astrophotography accessories, such as guide scopes, off-axis guiders, and autoguiders. This compatibility allows for precise guiding and tracking, which is essential for capturing high-quality deep-sky images with minimal trailing or smearing.

The mount is constructed from high-quality materials, including a die-cast aluminum body and stainless steel components, ensuring durability and longevity. It also incorporates features like cable management channels, built-in polar scope, and multiple accessory ports for convenient setup and operation.

Overall, the Skywatcher Wave 150i Strain Wave Mount is a powerful and versatile equatorial mount that offers exceptional tracking accuracy, smooth operation, and compatibility with a wide range of astrophotography accessories. It is an excellent choice for serious astrophotographers and observers who demand precision and reliability in their equipment.

 

 

Features:

• Working mode: Equatorial or Alt-Azimuth

• Product weight: 5.8kg (Mount Only, without optional counterweight and counterweight shaft)

• Payload: 15kg without counterweight, 25kg with counterweight

• Transmission mode: Stepper motor + belt drive and harmonic reducer

• Latitude adjustment range: 0-90 degree

• RA Harmonic spec: 17-100

• DEC Harmonic spec: 14-100

• Transmission ratio 300:1

• Latitude adjustment range: continuously adjustable from 0 to 90 degrees

• RA has a clutch-locking function, easy to adjust balance when installing a counterweight

• Wi-fi and Bluetooth function

• Working power: 12V DC

• Standby current: 0.4A

• Go-to current: 2A

• Highest slew rate: 2400x (10 degrees/s)

• RA has power-off braking function

• RA and DEC home limits position function

• Cable management function

• Red LED lighting for latitude scales and bubble level

 

 

Full Specifications

Computerised Mount

Mount Type	Wave Strain Wave EQ/ALT-AZ mount
Tripod	Not included
Counterweight	Φ 20mm, stainless steel (sold separately), 5kg
Instrument Load Capacity	15kg without counterweight, 25kg with counterweight
Latitude Adjustment Range	0º - 90º
Mount Head Weight	5.8 kg
Slew Speeds	Max speed 7.5º per second
Tracking Rates	Sidereal, Solar and Lunar
Tracking Modes	EQ North, EQ South, AZ
Dovetail Compatibility	Dual Saddle Plates (Vixen and Losmandy Saddle)
Autoguide Port	Yes
Motor Drive	Stepper motor + belt drive and harmonic reducer
Alignment Procedures	One Star, Two Star, Three Star or Brightest Star
Periodic Error Correction	Yes
SynScan Database	42,9000 objects from  Messier, Caldwell, NGC, IC, Double Stars, Named Stars, Variable Stars and SAO catalogues
Power Consumption	12V~16V DC 2A Mains Supply (sold separately)

 

Recommended Accessories

	Skywatcher Carbon Fibre Tripod for Wave 100i/150i Support your new Skywatcher Wave 150i Mount with a lightweight but robust Carbon Fibre Tripod intended for the mount.
	Skywatcher Extension Tube for the Wave 100i/150i Add a Skywatcher Extension Tube to provide extra height clearance for longer telescope assemblies.
	Skywatcher Counterweight Kit for Wave 100i/150i Enable for higher payload capacity by adding a Counterweight kit.
	Skywatcher Synscan V5 Hand Controller Unlock the GOTO system with the SynScan V5 Hand Controller.

	Skywatcher Carbon Fibre Tripod for Wave 100i/150i Support your new Skywatcher Wave 150i Mount with a lightweight but robust Carbon Fibre Tripod intended for the mount.
	Skywatcher Extension Tube for the Wave 100i/150i Add a Skywatcher Extension Tube to provide extra height clearance for longer telescope assemblies.
	Skywatcher Counterweight Kit for Wave 100i/150i Enable for higher payload capacity by adding a Counterweight kit.
	Skywatcher Synscan V5 Hand Controller Unlock the GOTO system with the SynScan V5 Hand Controller.

 

About Sky-Watcher

Contemporary telescope-making has advanced the simple optical designs early scopes to revolutionary, state of the art. The Sky-Watcher company believes Telescopes of quality make should no longer be expensive, but accessible to everyone. Sky-Watcher philosophy has always been to bring the vast wonders of the skies within reasonable reach of anyone with enough curiosity and courage to look up and imagine. Sky-Watcher scopes come in a large range of observational applications - from 10"Dobsonians to spotting scopes for land use. 

Product Code: SWWAVE150I