THE DDM500, THE LARGEST STANDARD MOUNT WITH /DIRECT DRIVE/ AND ABSOLUTE ENCODERS AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE.
Over 15 years of experience went into the design of the DDM500. Ready to carry large aperture telescopes with the highest level of pointing and tracking accuracy. Load capacity is 500kg/1100lbs on a custom-built pier. The ASA DDM500 is the perfect workhorse for all areas of research ranging from /astronomical observations to laser communication and satellite tracking/.
Main Facts
Type: Alt-Azimuth (separate addon) / Equatorial
Dual mounting (TWIN): Yes, 2x 500kg
Motor: ASA Direct Drive
Latitude Range: 0 to 90 degrees
Max. load capacity: 500kg (1102lbs)
Weight mount (without counterweight): 281kg (620lbs)
Power supply: Included 48VDC and 24VDC switch cabinet
Software: ASA Software package with a platform-independent Ascom Alpaca API (via TCP/IP), compatibility with numerous programs, and many additional API features for:
• Creating and optimizing pointing files
• MLPT (e.g., usable with a N.I.N.A plugin)
• Uploading and tracking TLE and CPF satellite orbits
• Orbit corrections when satellite tracking (autoguiding with external CCD cameras)
• Focus control also via Ascom Alpaca API
• Covers (if installed) via Ascom Alpaca API
Max. slew speeds: Up to 50 degrees per second
Pointing Accuracy (20° to 85°): <8” RMS with pointing model and ASA telescope
Tracking Accuracy (20° to 85° – unguided, with current pointingfile): <0,25” RMS within 5 minutes
System Natural Frequency: 10 Hz or greater
Electronic: Our closed loop direct drive systems, sensor technology and observatory safety modules play a major role in achieving optimum results. All moving accessory components are equipped with high-resolution encoders and closed-loop feedback systems. We provide event timer modules, and remote controllable Software. /More/
Direct Drive: No gears NO belts. Precise closed loop control.We developed our own direct drive controller and motor system. No gears or belts are needed, there is no transmission no periodic error or backlash. /More/
Technology: Our mounts are manufactured with the lastest CNC technology. /More/
Software: Platform independent API Connection. /More/
