Pegasus Astro NYX-88 - Harmonic Mount

The NYX-88, designed with travelers in mind, offers an impressive payload capacity of up to 14kg (mount weighs 5kg) without the need for counterweights. Engineered for precision and performance in astrophotography and observational astronomy, this mount ensures seamless and reliable operation.

Featuring strain wave drives on both the RA and DEC movements, the NYX-88 guarantees a backlash-free experience with high torque even at maximum payloads. Its fully CNC machined aluminum alloy 6061 body, anodized in black and blue, combines durability with aesthetics. Inside, you’ll find top-quality branded components, including stepper motors and strain wave gears, ensuring the mount’s long-term flawless performance.

The mount also includes an electronic brake on the RA axis to prevent backsliding when the power is off, as well as safety limit stops during slewing or tracking. Whether you’re exploring the night sky from your backyard or a remote location, the NYX-88 is the perfect companion for travelers seeking precision and reliability in their astronomical pursuits.

Lightweight & Powerful:

Lightweight Design with Impressive payload capacity.
Aircraft-Grade Build, CNC-machined aluminum alloy AL6061.
Compact: Mount weighs just 5kg.

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 14Kg.
With a weight of 5 kg, the mount supports a payload of up to 14kg, 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.

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.
  
• Secure 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 Counterweights 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 Slew to Home. The automatic home position feature is implemented with encoders on both axes. Mount can automatically initialize to home position on request.
  
• ASCOM, Alpaca & 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 catalogs of thousands of night sky targets and do a rough polar alignment through an electronic polar assistant.
  
• Mount Position Saving. The mount saves its position every second and restores it upon boot.
  
• Firmware Upgradable. An easy firmware upgrade process via USB cable or Air (Wi-Fi) allows you to stay up to date with bug fixes and the latest features of the mount.

Spec:

• Material: CNC machined 6061  aircraft aluminum alloy
  
• Mount Mode: Equatorial or Altazimuth
  
• Mount Drive: Strain Wave (Harmonic) Gear and Belt resulting reduction 400:1 (RA) and 300:1 (DEC)
  
• Load Capacity: 14Kg without counterweights - 20Kg with counterweights
  
• Weight: 5.0Kg
  
• Safety / Power Off Brake: On RA Axis
  
• Dovetail: Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch
  
• RA Motor Resolution: 0.15”
  
• Max Slew: 5 degs/sec
  
• Power Voltage: 12V DC unregulated. 0.5amps during tracking, 2.5 amps during slewing
  
• Guide Port: ST4
  
• Counterweight Shaft: M12 Shaft (1.75mm pitch)
  
• Communication: Wireless 802.11g and USB2
  
• Operating Temperature: -20° to + 50°C
  
• Manuafactures Warranty: 3 years
  
• Made in Europe (designed, assembled and tested)    in Greece. Pegasus Astro curate the entire manufacturing, testing and packing process.

Whats included:

1. NYX-88 Harmonic Geared mount head (Tripod not included)
   
2. Power Supply 12V / 5A with GX12 jack
   
3. Soft Case carry bag
   
4. USB2 Type A to B Cable

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