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iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount
iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69C
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iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69B w/ iMate
iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69B-EC w/ iMate
iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69C
iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69C-EC
iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69B w/ iMate
iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount - HAE69B-EC w/ iMate

iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount

by iOptron
SKU IOP-HE692C
CA$5,387.00 - CA$8,525.00
CA$6,481.00
CA$5,387.00 - CA$8,525.00
CA$6,481.00
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  • Carries a 69 lb (31 kg) payload without counterweights; 79 lbs (36 kg) with optional counterweight
  • Mount head weighs 19.8 lbs (9 kg) with saddle on the HAE69C and HAE69B
  • 800:1 strain wave gears in both RA and DEC axes
  • Dual Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial modes with a 0° to 90° latitude range
  • Electronic friction brake secures the payload when power is off
  • High-precision RA encoder with real-time PEC (EC versions)
  • Onboard iMate computer with KStars/Ekos (HAE69B versions)
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  • iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount

    The iOptron HAE69 Dual AZ/EQ SWG Mount uses an 800:1 strain wave gear system on both axes to carry a 69 lb (31 kg) payload without counterweight, on a mount head that weighs 19.8 lbs (9 kg) with its saddle (HAE69C and HAE69B). It operates in both Alt-Azimuth and Equatorial modes across a full 0° to 90° latitude range, slews at up to 4.5°/sec, and has an electronic friction brake as its power-off brake. The HAE69 is offered in several versions, including the HAE69C with built-in Wi-Fi, the HAE69B with an integrated iMate computer, and EC versions of both with a high-precision RA encoder.

    The 800:1 Strain Wave Gear Drive

    At the core of the HAE69 is a strain wave gear system on both the Right Ascension and Declination axes, each with an 800:1 reduction ratio. Both axes are driven by stepper motors, and the gear period is 270 seconds.

    About 3.5:1 Payload-to-Weight: 69 lbs on a 19.8 lb Head

    The HAE69 carries up to 69 lbs (31 kg) of equipment without needing a counterweight or shaft. The all-metal, CNC-machined head weighs 19.8 lbs (9 kg) with saddle on the HAE69C and HAE69B models, or 19 lbs (8.6 kg) on the original HAE69, achieving a payload-to-weight ratio of approximately 3.5:1. An optional 10 lb (4.5 kg) counterweight and stainless steel Φ20 x 200 mm shaft (3/8"-16 thread) can be added to increase the total capacity to 79 lbs (36 kg).

    Dual AZ/EQ Functionality with a 0° to 90° Latitude Range

    The HAE69 is listed as a strain wave altazimuth/equatorial mount. Altazimuth mode needs no polar alignment; equatorial mode is polar aligned and avoids field rotation in long exposures. The latitude range is 0° to 90° and the azimuth adjustment ± 8°.

    < ±15 Arcsec PE and Real-Time Encoder Correction

    The non-encoder versions have a periodic error of less than ±15 arcseconds over the 270-second period. The EC versions (HAE69C-EC, HAE69B-EC, and HAE69EC) integrate a high-precision encoder on the RA axis. It provides real-time PEC; no periodic error figure is published for the EC versions.

    Electronic Friction Brake for Power-Off Payload Security

    The power-off brake on the HAE69 is an electronic friction brake, so the axes are held when the mount is not powered.

    Go2Nova, Commander, and Onboard iMate Control Options

    The HAE69 series offers multiple control pathways. The original HAE69 versions are driven by the included Go2Nova® 8409 hand controller, which contains a database of approximately 212,000 objects. The control system of the HAE69C is GOTONOVA/Commander, with USB and built-in Wi-Fi, and the Go2Nova® 8411 OLED handset is optional. The HAE69B adds the iMate, an onboard open-source computer preloaded with KStars/Ekos and iPolarServer, and communicates through the iMate and USB.

    The Optional iPolar Electronic Polar Scope

    The iPolar electronic polar scope is optional, and included with the original HAE69 w/ iPolar and HAE69EC w/ iPolar versions with a mini-USB cable. The HAE69 has a level bubble.

    Vixen/Losmandy Saddle and 152mm Mounting Base

    The HAE69 is equipped with a dual Vixen/Losmandy dovetail saddle, which takes both Vixen and Losmandy dovetail bars. The mounting base diameter is 152mm, and the tripod is optional.

    12V DC Power and Integrated Accessory Ports

    The HAE69C and HAE69B versions require a DC 12V, 6A power supply and consume approximately 1A while tracking and 1.6A during GoTo slews. The HAE69C has a DC 12V output and a USB-C port on the dovetail saddle. The HAE69B iMate has one USB 3.0 port, two USB 2.0 ports and three DC 12V outputs. A 100V ~ 240V AC adapter is included, for indoor use only.

    Choosing Your HAE69: C, B, EC, and Original Generations

    All HAE69 versions share the same core 800:1 strain wave drive and 69 lb counterweight-free payload. The primary differences lie in their control systems, connectivity, and whether the RA encoder is included.

    • HAE69C: The current streamlined model with built-in Wi-Fi, USB control, and on-saddle 12V DC and USB-C ports.
    • HAE69C-EC: Adds the high-precision RA encoder and Real-Time PEC to the HAE69C.
    • HAE69B w/ iMate: Integrates the iMate onboard computer, preloaded with KStars/Ekos. It provides 1x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, and 3x 12V DC outputs.
    • HAE69B-EC w/ iMate: Combines the iMate computer with the high-precision RA encoder.
    • Original HAE69 versions: These first-generation models have a 19 lb (8.6 kg) head and are controlled via the included Go2Nova® 8409 hand controller. The 'w/ iPolar' versions bundle the electronic polar scope, and the 'EC' version adds the RA encoder.

  • What is the main difference between the iOptron HAE69 versions?

    All HAE69 versions share the same 800:1 strain wave gears and 69 lb (31 kg) counterweight-free payload. The main differences are in control and features: the HAE69C has modern Wi-Fi/USB control and on-saddle ports; the HAE69B adds an onboard iMate computer with multiple power and USB outputs; EC versions of both add a high-precision RA encoder with real-time PEC; and the Original versions use the included Go2Nova® 8409 hand controller.

    Do I need to use counterweights with the HAE69 mount?

    Not up to its counterweight-free rating. The HAE69 carries payloads up to 69 lbs (31 kg) without any counterweights. An optional 10 lb (4.5 kg) counterweight and shaft can be added to increase the maximum capacity to 79 lbs (36 kg).

    What does "EC" mean on the HAE69C-EC and HAE69B-EC models?

    EC stands for Encoder. These versions include a high-precision encoder on the Right Ascension axis. This allows the mount to perform Real-Time Periodic Error Correction (PEC). The standard versions are rated at < ±15 arcsec periodic error; no figure is published for the EC versions.

    What does the iMate computer on the HAE69B actually do?

    The iMate is an integrated, open-source computer preloaded with KStars/Ekos and iPolarServer. Its ports are:

    • 1x USB 3.0 port
    • 2x USB 2.0 ports
    • 3x DC 12V power outputs

    How does the HAE69's electronic brake work?

    The power-off brake is an electronic friction brake, so the axes are held when the mount is not powered. Its operation is not described further.

    What kind of power supply does the HAE69 need for field use?

    The HAE69C and HAE69B versions require a DC 12V, 6A power source with a 5.5/2.1mm plug. The original versions require a DC 12V, 5A supply. The included AC adapter is for indoor use only. Power consumption is 1A tracking and 1.6A during GoTo (HAE69C and HAE69B).

    Can I use the HAE69 for visual observing in Alt-Az mode without polar aligning?

    Yes. The HAE69 is an altazimuth/equatorial mount, and altazimuth use needs no polar alignment. There is no HAE69 manual in our material, so the setup steps are not described here.

    Does the HAE69 come with a tripod or hand controller?

    A tripod is optional for all versions. The control method depends on the model:

    • Original HAE69 versions include the Go2Nova® 8409 hand controller.
    • HAE69C and HAE69B versions do not include a hand controller. The Go2Nova® 8411 hand controller is available as an optional accessory.
  • Mount Type Strain Wave Altazimuth/Equatorial Mount
    Gear System Strain Wave Gear (RA & DEC)
    Reduction Ratio RA 800:1, DEC 800:1
    Gear Period 270 seconds
    Payload (Counterweight-Free) 69 lbs (31 kg)
    Payload (with Counterweight) 79 lbs (36 kg)
    Mount Head Weight 19.8 lbs (9 kg) with dovetail saddle (HAE69C and HAE69B versions); 19 lbs (8.6 kg) with dovetail saddle (Original HAE69 versions)
    Periodic Error (PE) < ± 15 arcsec (non-EC versions); real-time PEC via RA encoder (EC versions)
    High Precision Encoder Yes, RA axis (HAE69C-EC, HAE69B-EC w/ iMate, HAE69EC w/ iPolar); none on other versions
    Drive Motor Stepper motor
    Maximum Slew Speed 4.5º/sec
    Latitude Adjustment Range 0° to 90°
    Azimuth Adjustment Range ± 8°
    Control System GOTONOVA/Commander (HAE69C versions); GOTONOVA/Commander/iMate (HAE69B versions); Go2Nova® 8409 hand controller (Original HAE69 versions)
    Hand Controller Go2Nova® 8411 w/OLED display, optional (HAE69C and HAE69B versions); Go2Nova® 8409 with ~212,000-object database, included (Original HAE69 versions)
    Onboard Computer iMate (open source, preloaded KStars/Ekos and iPolarServer) (HAE69B versions only)
    iMate Ports 1x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, 3x DC 12V outputs (HAE69B versions only)
    On-Saddle Ports DC 12V output, USB-C port (HAE69C versions)
    Communication Ports USB and built-in Wi-Fi (HAE69C versions); iMate and USB (HAE69B versions); USB and Wi-Fi via hand controller (Original HAE69 versions)
    Autoguide Port ST-4 compatible
    Power Requirement DC 12V, 6A (5.5/2.1mm plug) (HAE69C and HAE69B versions); DC 12V, 5A adapter output (Original HAE69 versions)
    Power Consumption 1A (Tracking), 1.6A (GoTo) (HAE69C and HAE69B versions)
    AC Adapter 100V ~ 240V (included, indoor use only)
    Power-Off Brake Electronic friction brake
    Dovetail Saddle Vixen/Losmandy dual saddle
    Polar Scope iPolar electronic polar scope: included (HAE69 w/ iPolar, HAE69EC w/ iPolar); optional (all other versions)
    Mounting Base Diameter 152mm
    Structure Material All metal, CNC machined, anodized black
    Counterweight Shaft Optional (SS Φ20X200mm, 3/8"-16 thread)
    Counterweight Optional (10 lbs / 4.5 kg)
    Tripod Optional
    Operating Temperature -20ºC ~ 45ºC (HAE69C versions); -20ºC ~ 40ºC (HAE69B and Original HAE69 versions; original hand controller -10ºC ~ 40ºC)

    • HAE69 Mount Head (selected version)

      × 1

    • AC Adapter (100V-240V, indoor use only)

      × 1

    • Carrying Case (Original versions)

      × 1

    • USB Cable (computer connection & firmware upgrade)

      × 1 (Original versions)

    • Go2Nova® 8409 Hand Controller

      × 1 (Original versions)

    • 6P6C Hand Controller Cable

      × 1 (Original versions)

    • iPolar Electronic Polar Scope

      × 1 (Original iPolar versions)

    • Mini-USB Cable for iPolar

      × 1 (Original iPolar versions)

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