{"product_id":"ioptron-7680n","title":"iOptron Hard Case for GEM45 NUC version","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom-designed for the iOptron GEM45 NUC mount version\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDie-cut foam interior for a precise, secure fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable hard-shell exterior protects against impacts and moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust latches and a comfortable carry handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs 20.0 lb for substantial protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eiOptron Hard Case for GEM45 NUC version\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe iOptron Hard Case for the GEM45 NUC version provides robust, custom-fitted protection in a durable 20.0 lb package, ensuring your mount and its integrated computer arrive safely at any dark sky site. This case is specifically engineered with a die-cut foam interior that accommodates the unique profile of the GEM45 mount with an attached NUC, preventing movement and absorbing shocks during transit and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e20.0 lb of Custom-Fit Protection for the GEM45 NUC\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour iOptron GEM45 mount with its integrated NUC is a significant investment in your astrophotography setup. This 20.0 lb hard case is built to protect it. The high-density foam is precisely cut to cradle the mount head, leaving no room for shifting that could damage gears, electronics, or the NUC itself. The tough outer shell resists impacts, dust, and moisture, making it an essential accessory for traveling to remote observing locations or simply for safe storage at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNUC-Specific Case vs. Standard GEM45 Case: Ensuring a Perfect Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not the standard case for the GEM45. The key difference is the interior foam, which has a specific cutout to accommodate the physical dimensions of the NUC mini-computer attached to the mount. Attempting to force a GEM45 NUC into a standard case will damage the foam and fail to properly secure the mount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNUC Version Case (This Product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a custom-shaped cavity that perfectly fits the mount head with the NUC installed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStandard GEM45 Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed only for the mount head without the NUC, and will not fit this version of the mount correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill my standard iOptron GEM45 mount fit in this NUC version hard case?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a standard GEM45 mount head will fit inside this case, but the fit will be loose due to the extra space cut out for the NUC. For a secure, no-movement fit for a standard GEM45, the case designed specifically for that model is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the primary benefit of using the iOptron Hard Case for my GEM45 NUC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit is \u003cstrong\u003eprotection\u003c\/strong\u003e. The die-cut foam interior is custom-molded to the exact shape of the GEM45 with an attached NUC, preventing any internal movement. This protects the delicate gears and electronics from vibration and shock during transport, which is critical for maintaining the mount's tracking accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I store accessories like counterweights or cables in the iOptron 7680N Hard Case?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis case is specifically designed to hold the GEM45 mount head with NUC. While there may be small, incidental spaces, it does not have dedicated cutouts for counterweights, the counterweight shaft, or extensive cable collections. These items should be transported separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eI travel to remote dark sites for imaging. How does this 20.0 lb case help protect my GEM45 NUC?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e20.0 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e weight reflects its robust construction. For travel to remote sites, the hard shell protects against inevitable bumps, scrapes, and moisture. More importantly, the custom foam interior absorbs vibrations from rough roads, ensuring the delicate alignment of your mount's worm gears is preserved and ready for a night of imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIf I upgrade my standard GEM45 with a NUC later, will I need to buy this specific case?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. If you add a NUC to your standard GEM45 mount, your original case will no longer fit correctly. You will need to purchase this NUC-specific version (Model 7680N) to ensure your newly configured mount is properly protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the foam insert in the iOptron GEM45 NUC Hard Case removable or reconfigurable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe foam is die-cut for a specific, permanent shape and is not designed to be reconfigured. It is engineered to provide the most secure fit possible for the GEM45 NUC version mount head and should not be altered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7680N\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.0 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiOptron GEM45 Mount (NUC Version)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct ID (System)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36596800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGTIN-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36596800\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct ID (Internal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8378310754624\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eHard Case for GEM45 NUC version\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/ioptron-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eiOptron Warranty Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917324448029,"sku":"IOP-7680N","price":179.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-Hard-Case-for-GEM45-NUC-version-1_d1c5a134-5f89-4e70-9387-54dfe9d9bf47.jpg?v=1789142754","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/fr\/products\/ioptron-7680n","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}