The new EM-400 mounts are arriving at LSS/TNR here in Houston. This is the first one opened for inspection and testing. It is substantially larger then the NJP. I did not weigh the individual pieces. I'm sure that information is available. As you can see everything, encoders, cables, etc. is housed internally, similar to the EM-500. The counterweight shaft is removable, not retractable like the EM-200, 1.00" diameter and not threaded like the NJP.
The EM-400 separates into two pieces by loosening the two screws on each side (just above and to the right of the EM-400 nameplate. No dovetail, the DEC just slides on from the top, a backplate with an alignment pin as a positive stop. The four screws, pointed tips, seat into detented stainless steel inserts set in the RA section. The RA section makes up very little of the weight of the mount.
The counterweight is 6.00" OD x 2.00" thick at the center and weighs 8 kg. A nice feature on the CW is the two lock down screws. There is plenty of room for CWs on the 16.00" of exposed CW shaft.
I tossed the $20 dollar bill down for some size perspective and you can see the 8 1/2" x 11" Takahashi EM-400 manual, in English.
All in all typical Takahashi quality, fit and finish. This was one of four mounts just arrived yesterday and already shipped today. So a few lucky owners will have new gear arriving very soon. Art did not mention when the next shipment or quantity is due in.
Regards,
Don Holcombe
www.scopeguard.com
The EM-400 separates into two pieces by loosening the two screws on each side (just above and to the right of the EM-400 nameplate. No dovetail, the DEC just slides on from the top, a backplate with an alignment pin as a positive stop. The four screws, pointed tips, seat into detented stainless steel inserts set in the RA section. The RA section makes up very little of the weight of the mount.
The counterweight is 6.00" OD x 2.00" thick at the center and weighs 8 kg. A nice feature on the CW is the two lock down screws. There is plenty of room for CWs on the 16.00" of exposed CW shaft.
I tossed the $20 dollar bill down for some size perspective and you can see the 8 1/2" x 11" Takahashi EM-400 manual, in English.
All in all typical Takahashi quality, fit and finish. This was one of four mounts just arrived yesterday and already shipped today. So a few lucky owners will have new gear arriving very soon. Art did not mention when the next shipment or quantity is due in.
Regards,
Don Holcombe
www.scopeguard.com
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