RC600_2 - Datasheet

ASA RC600 + DDM200 + polar wedge


ASA at its best! The RC600_2 package combines the RC600 OTA with our high-weight capacity DDM200 mount. This robust system can optionally be used in Twin Mode (multiple systems on one mount). Main Facts Optical design Ritchey-Chrétien RC Linear central obstruction 40% Focal length 4200mm Focal ratio system f7 Clear Aperture / Focal Ratio Primary Mirror 600mm (23.6 inch) / f2.5 Image field 100mm (1.36 degrees) Mirror material Fused silica Back Focus from flange 211.85mm Total weight 230kg (507lbs) Motor ASA Direct Drive Latitude Range 0 to 90 degrees Max. load capacity 200kg (441lbs) Weight mount (without counterweight) 138kg (304lbs) 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

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