APLPHASPID-BIG RAS - Azimuth & Elevation Rotator

Description

Model: BIG RAS - Elevation and Azimuth controller

The BIG RAS is as good as it gets for EME rotator systems. Built especially for large EME arrays or where high wind is a constant problem. The BIG RAS shows good reliability and simple setup and is easily interfaced to your PC for automatic moon tracking. Recommended for LFA and OWL arrays up to 20el x 4 or 14el x 6.

Technical specification:

Tube slide for mounting: 45-65mm
Max dia pipes for the pupil ring: 52mm
Resolution: 0.5 degrees (rotary controller can be a degree)
Weight: 22kg
Double worm gear
Power supply: 12-24VDC
Number of conductors in the rotor cable: requires a minimum of 8 core, if long lengths so it is better with more conductors connected in parallel.
Drag Torque: at 12V-24V = 583-903Nm!

Rotor and Control Box works well with such programs as ham radio deluxe. Please note, we supply the USB version as standard, not the RS232 version. The USB version is normally at extra cost!

The BIG RAS 'in shack' ROT2 Elevation and Azimuth controller