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NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount - Precision Dual-Axis Control for Astrophotography
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NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount
Overview: Introducing the NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount, a compact powerhouse designed for precision control in astrophotography and observational astronomy. this mount is perfect for travellers and serious astronomers alike.
Pre-Orders for December 2024
Key Features:
- Compact and Lightweight: Weighing only 5 kg, it supports a payload of up to 14 kg without counterweights.
- Advanced Harmonic Gear Drive: Provides seamless and reliable operation on both axes, ensuring a backlash-free experience.
- Robust Construction: Made from fully CNC machined aluminium alloy 6061 for durability and aesthetics.
- High Precision Tracking: Achieves 0.15 arcseconds of resolution for ultra-smooth tracking.
- Versatile Mode Switching: Easily switch between German Equatorial and Altazimuth modes via PC, hand-controller, or mobile app.
- Built-in GPS/GLONASS: Ensures accurate location and time services for reliable operation.
- Integrated Autoguiding: ST-4 autoguiding port compatible with dedicated hand controllers or guiding cameras.
- Wireless Connectivity: Seamless operation via ASCOM, INDI, and LX200 protocols with mobile app support.
Why Choose the NYX-88?
The NYX-88 is your ideal companion for exploring the night sky, offering a perfect balance of portability and performance. Whether you're in your backyard or a remote location, this mount delivers precision and reliability in every observation.
Order now and elevate your astrophotography experience!
NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount
Harmonic Gear Drive on both axes
We’re excited to unveil the latest addition to our NYX harmonic mount series: the NYX-88, a compact mount designed to complement its larger sibling, the NYX-101.
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Power 12V Universal Saddle Plate Pole-master Adapter Connectivity Altitude Knob Azimuth Counterweight
Discover NYX-88
The Ultimate Travel-Friendly Harmonic Geared Mount
Lightweight & Powerful
Lightweight Design with Impressive payload capacity.
Aircraft-Grade Build, CNC-machined aluminium alloy AL6061.
Compact: Mount weighs just 5 kg.
High precision strain wave gears
Harmonic Gears on Both Axis ensure high payload capacity and a smooth backlash-free operation.
Combining a stepper motor and belt drive with sophisticated electronics, the RA axis achieves a remarkable 0.15 arcseconds of resolution, offering very low periodic error for ultra-smooth and stable tracking down to sub-arcsecond accuracy.
Supporting high imaging loads for its class
Counterweights are not required for payloads up to 14 Kg (31 lbs).
With a weight of 5 kg, the mount supports a payload of up to 14 kg, demonstrating a high load-to-weight ratio.
However, they can be installed for higher payloads by using a counterweight rod.
Equatorial or Altazimuth Mode
Versatile Mount: Use as German Equatorial or Altazimuth.
Switch Modes Easily: Via PC, Hand-Controller, or Mobile App.
Power Off Brake
RA Axis power-off brake ensures an instant safe stop during any power interruption.
Built-in Wireless & USB operation
Seamless Connectivity: Wireless and USB2 supported simultaneously.
Wide Compatibility: Works with ASCOM Alpaca, ASCOM, INDI, and LX200 protocols.
Additional Key Features
DC 12 Volts Battery Operation
The NYX-88 mount requires only 12V for smooth operation, allowing you to use a standard 12V battery without additional converters. The mount consumes less than 0.6 amps during tracking and up to 2 amps during slewing.
Universal Saddle Plate
The NYX-88 mount includes a low-profile and rigid universal saddle that accepts Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch dovetails.
Integrated ST-4 Autoguiding Port
An ST-4 port is available, compatible with our dedicated NYX hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera.
DC Output
An extra DC (GX-12) output on the side of the mount provides up to 8A to your equipment.
Reverse Voltage Polarity Safety
NYX mount has been designed with reverse voltage polarity protection. A saver if you accidentally reverse voltage or battery polarity during the night.
Optional Counterweight support
The mount does not require counterweights for up to 14Kg of payloads. However, if you need to install counterweights for heavier payloads, there is a compatible M12 threaded shaft hole at the end of the DEC axis.
Auto Home Slew
The automatic home position feature is implemented with encoders on both axes.
ASCOM & INDI
The mount fully supports ASCOM 7, ASCOM Alpaca and INDI framework. Sky-Safari is also supported allowing you to control the mount through your mobile device.
LX200 Compatibility
LX200 protocol is fully compatible with the NYX-88 mount. Any device that support LX200 such as Sky-Safari works out of the box with the mount.
Mobile Control
A mobile application for IOS and Android platforms allows you to control both axes of the mount, slew to installed catalogues of thousands of night sky targets and do a rough polar alignment through an electronic polar assistant.
Safety limits on RA axis
Safety limit encoders on RA Axis prevent internal cable snag or collision with the tripod.
Firmware Upgrade
An easy firmware upgrade process allows you to stay up to date with bug fixes and the latest features of the mount.
ASCOM Alpaca Native Support
ASCOM Alpaca outshines classic ASCOM drivers with its platform independence, modern web standards, streamlined installation, remote control capabilities, extensibility, and open-source options. This ensures superior compatibility and user-friendly performance, making it the preferred choice for advanced astronomy applications.
The NYX-88 comes equipped with an integrated web server that seamlessly communicates with Alpaca clients natively. This integration enhances the user experience by providing easy and driverless access to mount control through ASCOM Alpaca.
Modern imaging software like N.I.N.A. automatically identifies native Alpaca devices and lists them for immediate use.
Optional Accessories
Pegasus Carbon Fibre Tripod
This is the Pegasus Carbon Fibre Tripod for NYX-88 and NYX-101 Harmonic Drive Mount (PEG-TRPD101).
The tripod legs are rigid and lightweight, made from carbon fibre. We strongly suggest using this tripod with imaging equipment for up to 15 kg.
- Length Retracted: 65 cm
- Max length: 120 cm
- Weight: 2000 gr
- Max Load Capacity: 50kg
- Angle of Legs: 35° Fixed
In the box:
- Carbon Tripod
- Carbon Tripod Adapter
- Carry / Store bag
- 2 x Allen Hex Keys
- Metallic (3 pcs) spikes to replace rubber shoes
Half Pier Extension 180mm
A pier extension (+18 cm / 7” is available). The pier can be easily constructed by purchasing the three (3) following parts:
- EQ6 / Universal adapter
(PEG-ADAPT101-EQ6) -
Aluminium Standoffs – 3 pcs
(PEG-ADAPT101-STDOFF) - Carbon Tripod Adapter
(comes along with our Carbon Tripod)
PEG-TRPD101).
Note 1: If you do not own the carbon tripod then the EQ6 / Universal Tripod Adapter can be doubled to assemble the half-pier extension.
Note 2: Three (3) additional standoffs can be purchased to increase pier stability
(Half Pier accepts up to 6 standoffs).
Unity Platform
NYX mounts are controlled and fully configured through our Unity Platform via USB or Wi-FI channel. The included ASCOM driver supports multiple clients.
In the Box
NYX-88 Harmonic Geared Mount
Power Supply 12V / 5A with GX12 jack
Soft Case Carry Bag
USB2 Type A to B Cable
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