4M Motorized Astronomical Dome - ScopeDome

Enhance your observing experience with the ScopeDome 4M motorized astronomical dome. Ideal for professional and amateur observatories, this dome offers a robust and reliable solution for impeccable stellar observations.

Features:

• Dome diameter: 4000 mm
• Shutter width: 1170 mm
• Height of the dome: 2960 mm
• Diameter of the base ring: 3500 mm
• Weight of the dome: approximately 800 kg
• Opening/closing time: ~30 seconds
• Full rotation time: ~150 seconds
• Power consumption (230VAC): ~1100W average (two motors running), ~800W (shutter opening), ~1300W max (at start-up)
• material thickness: 6 mm polyester-glass laminate
• Construction in 8 basic elements for easy transport and assembly

Advantages:

• Total resistance to bad weather for maximum durability
• Waterproof construction preventing any water infiltration
• Light color and wide space around the base to avoid overheating
• 1.17 m observation window allowing a clear view of the zenith
• Rotation system on 16 plastic roller rails for smooth rotation
• Silent motorization system powered by 230V for rotation and opening/closing of the shutter
• Special encoder for precise adjustment of the position of the dome relative to the telescope

Compatibility:

• Compatible with telescopes up to 120 cm in diameter
• SemiPlugAndPlay manual control system for easy operation

Tips and tricks:

• We recommend the use of an inverter (UPS) with a minimum power of 1500W with a pure sinusoidal output to power the motors
• The dome is delivered in separate parts on two pallets for on-site assembly

Transform your observatory with the ScopeDome 4M dome and benefit from a high-end infrastructure for professional quality astronomical observations