{"product_id":"ioptron-7680","title":"iOptron GEM45 Hard Case","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the iOptron GEM45 Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal Dimensions: 18\" x 15\" x 8.75\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 11 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides Protection During Transport and Storage\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\u003eGEM45 Hard Case\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GEM45 Hard Case provides robust, form-fitting protection for your iOptron GEM45 mount head within a compact 18\" x 15\" x 8.75\" shell. Weighing only 11 lbs when empty, it secures your investment against the hazards of transport and storage without adding significant weight to your field kit.\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\u003eCustom Protection within an 18\" x 15\" x 8.75\" Shell\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis hard case is engineered specifically for the iOptron GEM45 mount head. Its rigid exterior shields the mount's sensitive electronics and precision gearing from impacts, dust, and moisture, ensuring your polar alignment and tracking accuracy are not compromised by a mishap on the way to a dark site. The case's 18\" x 15\" x 8.75\" dimensions make it easy to store in a vehicle or closet.\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\u003ePortable at 11 lbs: Grab-and-Go Convenience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 11 lbs, the case is substantially more durable than the original shipping box but remains easy to handle. This purpose-built solution replaces a bulky, disposable carton with a permanent, reusable transport system. A dedicated hard case simplifies packing and provides peace of mind that your mount is secure between observing sessions.\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\u003eWhy Choose This Case Over the Original GEM45 Box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the original shipping box is adequate for a single delivery, it is not designed for repeated use. Cardboard and styrofoam break down over time, shed particles, and offer minimal protection against moisture or puncture. This hard case is a one-time upgrade that offers superior, long-term protection for the core of your astrophotography setup.\u003c\/p\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\"\u003eWhat are the external dimensions of the GEM45 Hard Case?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe external dimensions of the case are \u003cstrong\u003e18\" x 15\" x 8.75\"\u003c\/strong\u003e. This provides a snug, protective fit for the mount head while remaining compact enough for easy transport and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow much does the empty GEM45 Hard Case weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case weighs \u003cstrong\u003e11 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e when empty. This provides rigid protection for the iOptron GEM45 mount without being overly heavy to carry to and from your observing location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this case specifically for the iOptron GEM45 mount head?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this hard case is designed to hold the iOptron GEM45 German Equatorial Mount head. It is not a generic case and is intended to provide a custom-fit level of protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the GEM45 Hard Case fit accessories like the Go2Nova hand controller or counterweights?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis case is designed primarily for the GEM45 mount head itself. While there may be some incidental room, dedicated space for larger accessories like counterweights, the tripod, or the hand controller is not guaranteed. These items should typically be transported separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is the GEM45 Hard Case a better option for transporting my mount to a dark site than the original box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original shipping box is made of cardboard, which offers poor protection against moisture and can be easily punctured or crushed. The \u003cstrong\u003eGEM45 Hard Case\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a rigid, weather-resistant shell that withstands the bumps and scrapes of travel, safeguarding the mount's delicate internal mechanisms far more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use this case for long-term storage of my GEM45 mount?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The hard case is ideal for long-term storage. It provides a stable environment that protects the mount from dust, insects, and humidity changes in a garage or shed, which can degrade the electronics and lubricants over time.\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\u003eExternal Dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18\" x 15\" x 8.75\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (Empty)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 lbs\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 Mount\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\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/ioptron-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eiOptron 2-Year Telescope and 1-Year Accessory Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iOptron","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52917323792669,"sku":"IOP-7680","price":179.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/iOptron-GEM45-Hard-Case-1_d3302bec-67da-4b43-b0a1-c461f97966da.jpg?v=1789142745","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/ioptron-7680","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}