Anyone can be an Astrophotographer and capture images of solar phenomenon with the Polarie Star Tracker Mount. This compact mount platform allows you to capture night scapes, star images and solar events with ease.
Set up is simple. The Polarie attaches to a standard camera tripod and can accept any digital camera weighing up to 7 lbs. Using the included compass on the Polarie, orient the mount to face north. The Polarie features a North Star alignment window that you point at Polaris. The Polarie can also use a polar scope for alignment.
Once set, the Polarie tracks with the motion of the stars to eliminate star trailing on your images resulting in sharp images of the Universe. The Polarie uses very accurate stepping motors and operates on 2 AA batteries.
Polarie is designed to not only be functional, but also to be compact and attractive. The Polarie has a smooth, good looking design. The unit has no visible screws and although, not waterproof, it is designed to function in most weather conditions.
Polarie has various tracking rates for any event: Celestial tracking rate;1/2 of celestial tracking rate, Solar tracking rate and Lunar tracking rate. Usable in both northern and southern hemispheres
Maximum Loading weight 7lbs.
Polar sight hole About 8.9x field of view
Standard accessory: Compass
Dimensions 95x137x58mm (3.7x5.9x2.3 inches)
Weight 1.4 lbs (without batteries) Includes the Polar Meter and Ball Head.
Read the Polarie Manual Here. . Want to see Polarie in action. View the instructional video below.
Polarie Photo of the Month from Manel Martin. This image of Cygnus was
taken with a Canon 550D refrigerated at ISO800 with 50mm focal length.
Polarie Specs:
Celestial Tracking, 1/2 celestial tracking, solar tracking, lunar tracking Usable in both Northern and Southern HemispheresDrive Gears: Worm gear and 57.6mm dia 144 wheel gearPolar Axis: 40mm dia made of aluminum alloyBearings: 2 piecesDrive Motor: Pulse MotorPolar Sight Hole: About 8.9 deg field of viewTilt Indicator: Angles between 0 deg and 70 deg (5 deg increments)Compass: Detachable. supplied as standard accessoryWorking voltage: 2 AA Batteries - DC2.4V to 3.0V, Max 0.6A2.0kg loading capacity: External Power supplyExternal Power Supply: USB-miniBDuration of Operation: About 2 hours at 68 Deg temperature and a 4.4 lb loading with use of alkaline batteriesOperating Temperature: 0 deg to 40 deg CSize: 3.7 x 5.9x 2.3 inchesWeight: 26 oz (without batteries)Optional Accessories: Polarie Polar Scope PF-L, Polar Meter, Time Lapse adapter, Step up Kit, Tripod, Ball Head
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