RC800 + DDM500
ASA at its best!
The RC800_5 package includes the RC800 OTA and our DDM500 mount with 1100 lb. capacity! The result is our highest performance available in a package deal.
FROM $ 260,000.- net
Main Facts
Ritchey-Chrétien RC
41%
5480mm
f6.85
800mm (31.5 inch) / f2.5
120mm (1.25 degrees)
Fused silica
345.73mm
527kg (1162lbs)
ASA Direct Drive
0 to 90 degrees
500kg (1102lbs)
281kg (620lbs)
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
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 customer updatable firmware.
ASA Services
Services for your telescope. Competitively priced for value with a complete ASA telescope and mount package!
ASA Accessories
Accessories for your telescope. Best price for value with a complete ASA telescope and mount package!

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.