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iOptron's centre-balanced equatorial design moves the payload over the mount's centre of mass rather than hanging it off one side, which cuts counterweight requirements and makes a capable imaging mount genuinely portable. Combined with the iPolar electronic alignment camera, it produces some of the fastest setups in astrophotography. David Astro carries iOptron products in Canada, shipping from Canadian stock.

The range now spans trackers, centre-balanced equatorials and harmonic drive mounts, and choosing between them depends on your payload and how far you carry it. Tell us both and we will narrow it.

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iOptron MiniPier for CEM26, HEM27, GEM28 & HAE29 Mounts
CA$139.00 - CA$139.00
CA$139.00
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CA$139.00

iOptron MiniPier for CEM26, HEM27, GEM28 & HAE29 Mounts

IOP-8040

Adds 5.5 inches of height to compatible mounts Prevents telescope and camera collisions with tripod legs Improves stability by keeping tripod legs...

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iOptron MiniPier for HAE69 & HAZ71 Mounts
CA$237.00 - CA$237.00
CA$237.00
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CA$237.00

iOptron MiniPier for HAE69 & HAZ71 Mounts

IOP-8043

Adds critical height between the mount head and tripod Prevents long optical tubes from colliding with tripod legs Designed specifically for iOptr...

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CA$237.00 - CA$237.00
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iOptron MiniPier for iOptron Small to Medium Mount
CA$265.00 - CA$265.00
CA$265.00
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CA$265.00

iOptron MiniPier for iOptron Small to Medium Mount

IOP-8044
1 in stock

Adds crucial height between the tripod and mount head Prevents long telescope tubes from striking the tripod legs Improves stability and reduces v...

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CA$265.00 - CA$265.00
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iOptron MiniTower Pro/II Altitude Gear and Clutch Upgrade Kit
CA$151.00 - CA$151.00
CA$151.00
CA$151.00 - CA$151.00
CA$151.00

iOptron MiniTower Pro/II Altitude Gear and Clutch Upgrade Kit

IOP-8955

Direct upgrade for iOptron MiniTower Pro and MiniTower II mounts Improves altitude axis performance Reduces gear backlash and slipping Enhances st...

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iOptron MiniTower Pro/II Altitude Locking Knob Upgrade Kit
CA$77.00 - CA$77.00
CA$77.00
CA$77.00 - CA$77.00
CA$77.00

iOptron MiniTower Pro/II Altitude Locking Knob Upgrade Kit

IOP-8955-DKL

Direct upgrade for iOptron MiniTower Pro and MiniTower II mounts Improves altitude axis locking and stability Large, easy-to-grip design Ideal for...

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iOptron Permanent Pier
CA$839.00 - CA$839.00
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CA$839.00

iOptron Permanent Pier

IOP-8038-900

360 lb (165 kg) Payload Capacity 35-inch (900 mm) Fixed Height 6-inch (150 mm) Diameter Aluminum Alloy Pier CNC Machined with Anodized Finish 8.25...

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CA$4,477.00 - CA$4,477.00
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CA$4,477.00

iOptron Photron 10" Ritchey-Chretien

IOP-6114

10" (254mm) Ritchey-Chretien Optical Design 2032mm Focal Length f/8 Focal Ratio Carbon Fiber Truss Tube for Thermal Stability 3-inch, 10:1 Dual-Sp...

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CA$5,821.00 - CA$5,821.00
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CA$5,821.00

iOptron Photron 12" Ritchey-Chretien

IOP-6115

12" (304mm) Ritchey-Chretien Optics 2432mm Focal Length f/8 Focal Ratio Carbon Fiber Truss Tube Design 3" Dual-Speed 10:1 Crayford Focuser 53 lb O...

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CA$9,379.00 - CA$9,379.00
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CA$9,379.00

iOptron Photron 14" Ritchey-Chretien

IOP-6116

14" (355mm) Ritchey-Chretien Optical Design 2848mm Focal Length at f/8 Carbon Fiber Truss Tube for Thermal Stability Heavy-duty 3" Dual-Speed 10:1...

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CA$9,379.00 - CA$9,379.00
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CA$12,319.00 - CA$12,319.00
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CA$12,319.00

iOptron Photron 16" Ritchey-Chretien

IOP-6117

16" (406mm) Aperture 3248mm Focal Length f/8 Focal Ratio Ritchey-Chretien Optical Design Carbon Fiber Truss Tube 3" 10:1 Dual-Speed Focuser Des...

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CA$12,319.00 - CA$12,319.00
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CA$781.00 - CA$781.00
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CA$781.00

iOptron Photron 6" Ritchey-Chretien

IOP-6111
1 in stock

150mm (6") Ritchey-Chretien Optical Design 1370mm Focal Length f/9 Focal Ratio 10:1 Dual-Speed 2" Crayford Focuser 12 lbs Tube Weight Descripti...

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CA$781.00 - CA$781.00
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CA$1,649.00 - CA$1,649.00
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iOptron Photron 8" Ritchey-Chretien

IOP-6112
2 in stock

200mm (8") Ritchey-Chretien Optical Design 1624mm Focal Length at f/8 Coma-Free Optics for Flat-Field Astrophotography 2" 10:1 Dual-Speed Crayford...

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CA$1,649.00 - CA$1,649.00
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iOptron Photron™ 10-inch Ritchey-Chrétien Telescope (RC10) 3'' Focuser
CA$4,043.00 - CA$4,043.00
CA$4,043.00
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CA$4,043.00

iOptron Photron™ 10-inch Ritchey-Chrétien Telescope (RC10) 3'' Focuser

IOP-6113

250mm (10-inch) Ritchey-Chrétien Optical Design 2000mm Focal Length at f/8 0.46 arc second Resolving Power 3-inch Dual Speed Focuser 35 lb Steel T...

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CA$4,043.00
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iOptron Pier Adapter for Celestron CGX (150mm Pier Tube)
CA$221.00 - CA$221.00
CA$221.00
CA$221.00 - CA$221.00
CA$221.00

iOptron Pier Adapter for Celestron CGX (150mm Pier Tube)

IOP-8039A-CGX

Adapts Celestron CGX mounts to permanent piers Designed for pier tubes with a 150mm outside diameter Provides a rigid, stable foundation for astro...

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CA$221.00
iOptron Pier Adapter for CGX (180mm Pier Tube)
CA$221.00 - CA$221.00
CA$221.00
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CA$221.00

iOptron Pier Adapter for CGX (180mm Pier Tube)

IOP-8039-CGX

Designed specifically for Celestron CGX equatorial mounts Fits custom-built or prefabricated 180mm diameter piers Enables a permanent, stable moun...

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iOptron Pier Top Adapter For Tri-Pier For SBIG Paramount MyT
CA$193.00 - CA$193.00
CA$193.00
CA$193.00 - CA$193.00
CA$193.00

iOptron Pier Top Adapter For Tri-Pier For SBIG Paramount MyT

IOP-8036-PR

Directly connects a Paramount MyT mount to an iOptron Tri-Pier Compatible with iOptron Tri-Pier (#8034) and Tri-Pier 360 (#8037A) Precision CNC-ma...

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CA$193.00 - CA$193.00
CA$193.00
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iOptron Pier Top Adapter For Tri-Pier With CEM26, HEM27, GEM28, HAE29
CA$207.00 - CA$207.00
CA$207.00
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CA$207.00

iOptron Pier Top Adapter For Tri-Pier With CEM26, HEM27, GEM28, HAE29

IOP-8036-26

Connects CEM26, GEM28, HEM27, and HAE29 mounts to iOptron Tri-Piers Compatible with Tri-Pier (#8034) and Tri-Pier 360 (#8037A) Precision CNC-machi...

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CA$105.00 - CA$126.00
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iOptron Pier Top Plate

Options available

Model-Specific Fit: Ensures a precise, secure connection for various iOptron mounts. Solid Machined Construction: Provides a rigid, flex-free base...

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CA$105.00
iOptron Pier Top Plate
CA$84.00 - CA$84.00
CA$84.00
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CA$84.00

iOptron Pier Top Plate

IOP-8032PT

Adapts select iOptron mounts to piers All-metal construction Requires modification for some mount/pier combinations Pre-threaded mounting holes ...

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CA$84.00
iOptron Pier Top Plate
CA$126.00 - CA$126.00
CA$126.00
CA$126.00 - CA$126.00
CA$126.00

iOptron Pier Top Plate

IOP-8032PT-CEM40

Adapts select iOptron mounts to iOptron piers Designed for C40, HE43, H4, and G45 mount heads Includes mounting post and azimuth peg All-metal con...

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CA$126.00 - CA$126.00
CA$126.00
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CA$126.00
iOptron Pier Top Plate for AZMP/MT Mounts
CA$98.00 - CA$98.00
CA$98.00
CA$98.00 - CA$98.00
CA$98.00

iOptron Pier Top Plate for AZMP/MT Mounts

IOP-8032PT-AZ

Adapts iOptron AZMP and MT mounts to compatible piers Solid metal construction for stable, secure mounting Pre-drilled and threaded for AZMP/MT bo...

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CA$98.00
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CA$98.00
iOptron Pier Top Plate for CEM60 & CEM70 Mounts
CA$105.00 - CA$105.00
CA$105.00
CA$105.00 - CA$105.00
CA$105.00

iOptron Pier Top Plate for CEM60 & CEM70 Mounts

IOP-8032PT-CEM60

CEM60 & CEM70 Compatibility: Engineered with the correct bolt pattern for a direct fit with iOptron CEM60 and CEM70 equatorial mounts. Pier ...

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CA$105.00 - CA$105.00
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CA$105.00
iOptron Plossl 52° 25mm Eyepiece (1.25'')
CA$49.00 - CA$49.00
CA$49.00
CA$49.00 - CA$49.00
CA$49.00

iOptron Plossl 52° 25mm Eyepiece (1.25'')

IOP-6241-25

25mm Focal Length 52° Apparent Field of View 1.25" Barrel Diameter Classic Plössl Optical Design Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Warr...

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CA$49.00
iOptron Polar Scope for SmartEQ
CA$109.00 - CA$109.00
CA$109.00
CA$109.00 - CA$109.00
CA$109.00

iOptron Polar Scope for SmartEQ

IOP-3130

Enables Precise Polar Alignment Designed Specifically for the iOptron SmartEQ Mount Essential for Long-Exposure Astrophotography Improves GoTo Poi...

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The iOptron Range and What Distinguishes It

Portability is the organizing idea across the line, with each family solving it a different way.

  • CEM centre-balanced equatorials: The payload sits over the mount's centre of gravity, reducing counterweight mass and improving stability for a given head weight.
  • GEM series: Conventional German equatorial layout for those who prefer it, with the same control electronics and alignment tools.
  • Harmonic drive mounts: Strain-wave gearing carrying substantial payloads with little or no counterweight, ideal for travel and for quick setups.
  • Star trackers: Compact tracking heads for camera and lens astrophotography, with sufficient capacity for small telescopes.
  • iPolar electronic polar alignment: A built-in camera that achieves accurate polar alignment in minutes without needing to see Polaris through a scope.
  • Tri-piers and tripods: Rigid bases designed for the mounts, which matters because a portable mount on a flexible tripod loses most of its advantage.

Why Choose David Astro for iOptron

These mounts reward correct setup, and most of the questions we field are about the first night rather than the purchase.

  • Balance guidance for centre-balanced design: The CEM layout balances differently from a conventional German equatorial, and getting it right meaningfully improves guiding.
  • iPolar setup support: We help with camera installation, driver setup and alignment routine so it works on the first attempt.
  • Payload sized with imaging margin: We size at 50 to 60% of rated capacity for imaging use, including cables and dovetail in the total.
  • Authorized dealer: Full manufacturer warranty and verified authenticity, with service handled in Canada.
  • Ships from Canada: Domestic delivery with no duties or brokerage fees for Canadian orders.

iOptron in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions

What does centre-balanced actually change?
Placing the payload over the mount's centre of mass reduces the counterweight needed and lowers the load on the bearings, so a lighter head carries more. Balancing procedure differs slightly from a standard GEM.
CEM or harmonic drive?
Harmonic if portability is paramount and you are willing to guide; the near-elimination of counterweights is a large practical advantage. CEM if you want smoother native tracking and are prepared to carry some counterweight.
Is iPolar better than a polar scope?
It is faster and more accurate, and it works from locations where Polaris is obscured. It also removes the awkward physical position a polar scope requires when the mount is low.
How do these mounts behave in Canadian cold?
Generally well, with the usual caveat that current draw rises and voltage sag becomes the main cause of faults. Use an adequately sized supply and a short, thick power cable.

Choosing an iOptron mount?

Tell us your payload and how far you carry it and we will recommend the right head. Held in Canada, shipped fast.