ASA DDM200
ASA Direct Drive Technology with absolute encoders for high-end applications.
New design based on 15 years of experience with Direct Drive mounts. Ready for the most demanding applications in pointing and tracking accuracy, like laser comunication, satellite tracking and general astronomical research. Load capacity of 200kg/440lbs on a polar wedge.
FROM $ 70,000.- net
Main Facts
Alt-Azimuth (separate addon) / Equatorial
Yes, 2x 200kg
ASA Direct Drive
0 to 90 degrees
200kg (441lbs)
138kg (304lbs)
Included 24 volts
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
Up to 50 degrees per second
<8” RMS with pointing model and ASA telescope
<0,25” RMS within 5 minutes
10 Hz or greater
Technical Details

ASA In-house production
The competent partner that provides you with the whole package – ASA, guarantees the highest standard! Interferometric metrology, CNC machining, meter class optics, light weight mirrors, telescope systems, ground stations, assembly, factory testing and commissioning, everything is done by ASA itself.