The NYX-88, designed with travelers in mind, offers an impressive payload capacity of up to 14 kg (mount weighs 5 kg) without the need for counterweights. Engineered for precision and performance in astrophotography and observational astronomy, this mount ensures seamless and reliable operation.

Featuring strain wave drives on both the RA and DEC movements, the NYX-88 guarantees a backlash-free experience with high torque even at maximum payloads. Its fully CNC machined aluminum alloy 6061 body, anodized in black and blue, combines durability with aesthetics. Inside, you’ll find top-quality branded components, including stepper motors and strain wave gears, ensuring the mount’s long-term flawless performance.

The mount also includes an electronic brake on the RA axis to prevent backsliding when the power is off, as well as safety limit stops during slewing or tracking. Whether you’re exploring the night sky from your backyard or a remote location, the NYX-88 is the perfect companion for travelers seeking precision and reliability in their astronomical pursuits.

Lightweight and Powerful

  • Lightweight Design with Impressive payload capacity.
  • Aircraft-Grade Build, CNC-machined aluminum alloy AL6061.
  • Compact: Mount weighs just 5 kg.

High precision strain wave gears

Harmonic Gears on Both Axis ensure high payload capacity and a smooth backlash-free operation.

Combining a stepper motor and belt drive with sophisticated electronics, the RA axis achieves a remarkable 0.15 arcseconds of resolution, offering very low periodic error for ultra-smooth and stable tracking down to sub-arcsecond accuracy.

A strainwave gear

Supporting high imaging loads for its class

  • Counterweights are not required for payloads up to 14 Kg (31 lbs).
  • With a weight of 5 kg, the mount supports a payload of up to 14 kg, demonstrating a high load-to-weight ratio.
  • However, they can be installed for higher payloads by using a counterweight rod.

Equatorial or Altazimuth Mode

  • Versatile Mount: Use as German Equatorial or Altazimuth.
  • Switch Modes Easily: Via PC, Hand-Controller, or Mobile App.

Power Off Brake

RA Axis power-off brake ensures an instant safe stop during any power interruption.

Built-in Wireless & USB operation

Seamless Connectivity: Wireless and USB2 supported simultaneously.

Wide Compatibility: Works with ASCOM Alpaca, ASCOM, INDI, and LX200 protocols.

Additional Key Features

DC 12 Volts Battery Operation:

The NYX-88 requires only 12V for smooth operation, allowing you to use a standard 12V battery without additional converters. The mount consumes less than 0.6 amps during tracking and up to 2 amps during slewing.

Universal Saddle Plate

The NYX-88 includes a low-profile and rigid universal saddle that accepts Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch dovetails.

Integrated ST-4 Autoguiding Port

An ST-4 port is available, compatible with our dedicated NYX hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera.

DC Output

At the side of the mount an extra DC (GX-12) output can provide up to 8A to your equipment sitting on top of the NYX-88 mount.

Reverse Voltage Polarity Safety

NYX-88 has been designed with reverse voltage polarity protection. A saver if you accidentally reverse voltage or battery polarity during the night.

Optional Counterweight support

The mount does not require counterweights for payloads up to 14 kg. However, if you need to install counterweights for heavier payloads, there is a compatible M12 threaded shaft hole at the end of the DEC axis.

Auto Home Slew

The automatic home position feature is implemented with encoders on both axes.

ASCOM & INDI

The mount fully supports ASCOM 7, ASCOM Alpaca and INDI framework. Sky-Safari is also supported allowing you to control the mount through your mobile device.

LX200 Compatibility

LX200 protocol is fully compatible with the NYX-88 mount. Any device that support LX200 such as Sky-Safari works out of the box with the mount.

Mobile Control

A mobile application for IOS and Android platforms allows you to control both axes of the mount, slew to installed catalogs of thousands of night sky targets and do a rough polar alignment through an electronic polar assistant.

Safety limits on RA axis

Safety limit encoders on RA Axis prevent internal cable snag or collision with the tripod.

Firmware Upgrade

An easy firmware upgrade process allows you to stay up to date with bug fixes and the latest features of the mount.

ASCOM Alpaca Native Support

ASCOM Alpaca outshines classic ASCOM drivers with its platform independence, modern web standards, streamlined installation, remote control capabilities, extensibility, and open-source options. This ensures superior compatibility and user-friendly performance, making it the preferred choice for advanced astronomy applications.

The NYX-88 comes equipped with an integrated web server that seamlessly communicates with Alpaca clients natively. This integration enhances the user experience by providing easy and driverless access to mount control through ASCOM Alpaca.

Modern imaging software like N.I.N.A. automatically identifies native Alpaca devices and lists them for immediate use.

Material CNC machined 6061  aircraft aluminum alloy
Mount Mode Equatorial or Altazimuth
Mount Drive Strain Wave (Harmonic) Gear and Belt resulting reduction 400:1 (RA) and 300:1 (DEC)
Load Capacity 14 Kg without counterweights
20 Kg with counterweights
Weight 5.0 Kg
Safety / Power Off Brake On RA Axis
Dovetail Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch
RA Motor Resolution 0.15”
Max Slew 5 degs/sec
Power Voltage 12V DC unregulated
0.7A during tracking, 2Amps during slewing
Guide Port ST4
Counterweight Shaft M12 Shaft (1.75mm pitch)
Communication Wireless 802.11g and USB2
Operating Temperature -20° to + 50°C
Warranty 3 years
Made in (designed, assembled and tested) Greece. We carefully curate the entire manufacturing, testing and packing process.
  • NYX-88 Harmonic Geared Mount
  • Power Supply 12V / 5A with GX12 jack
  • Soft Case Carry Bag
  • USB2 Type A to B Cable

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    Pegasus Astro NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount

    SKU: PEG-NYX-88

    $3,785.00

    Available on back-order

    This product is expected to be available in January 2025. Pre-orders are now being taken.

    The NYX-88, designed with travelers in mind, offers an impressive payload capacity of up to 14 kg (mount weighs 5 kg) without the need for counterweights. Engineered for precision and performance in astrophotography and observational astronomy, this mount ensures seamless and reliable operation.

    Featuring strain wave drives on both the RA and DEC movements, the NYX-88 guarantees a backlash-free experience with high torque even at maximum payloads. Its fully CNC machined aluminum alloy 6061 body, anodized in black and blue, combines durability with aesthetics. Inside, you’ll find top-quality branded components, including stepper motors and strain wave gears, ensuring the mount’s long-term flawless performance.

    The mount also includes an electronic brake on the RA axis to prevent backsliding when the power is off, as well as safety limit stops during slewing or tracking. Whether you’re exploring the night sky from your backyard or a remote location, the NYX-88 is the perfect companion for travelers seeking precision and reliability in their astronomical pursuits.

    Lightweight and Powerful

    • Lightweight Design with Impressive payload capacity.
    • Aircraft-Grade Build, CNC-machined aluminum alloy AL6061.
    • Compact: Mount weighs just 5 kg.

    High precision strain wave gears

    Harmonic Gears on Both Axis ensure high payload capacity and a smooth backlash-free operation.

    Combining a stepper motor and belt drive with sophisticated electronics, the RA axis achieves a remarkable 0.15 arcseconds of resolution, offering very low periodic error for ultra-smooth and stable tracking down to sub-arcsecond accuracy.

    A strainwave gear

    Supporting high imaging loads for its class

    • Counterweights are not required for payloads up to 14 Kg (31 lbs).
    • With a weight of 5 kg, the mount supports a payload of up to 14 kg, demonstrating a high load-to-weight ratio.
    • However, they can be installed for higher payloads by using a counterweight rod.

    Equatorial or Altazimuth Mode

    • Versatile Mount: Use as German Equatorial or Altazimuth.
    • Switch Modes Easily: Via PC, Hand-Controller, or Mobile App.

    Power Off Brake

    RA Axis power-off brake ensures an instant safe stop during any power interruption.

    Built-in Wireless & USB operation

    Seamless Connectivity: Wireless and USB2 supported simultaneously.

    Wide Compatibility: Works with ASCOM Alpaca, ASCOM, INDI, and LX200 protocols.

    Additional Key Features

    DC 12 Volts Battery Operation:

    The NYX-88 requires only 12V for smooth operation, allowing you to use a standard 12V battery without additional converters. The mount consumes less than 0.6 amps during tracking and up to 2 amps during slewing.

    Universal Saddle Plate

    The NYX-88 includes a low-profile and rigid universal saddle that accepts Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch dovetails.

    Integrated ST-4 Autoguiding Port

    An ST-4 port is available, compatible with our dedicated NYX hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera.

    DC Output

    At the side of the mount an extra DC (GX-12) output can provide up to 8A to your equipment sitting on top of the NYX-88 mount.

    Reverse Voltage Polarity Safety

    NYX-88 has been designed with reverse voltage polarity protection. A saver if you accidentally reverse voltage or battery polarity during the night.

    Optional Counterweight support

    The mount does not require counterweights for payloads up to 14 kg. However, if you need to install counterweights for heavier payloads, there is a compatible M12 threaded shaft hole at the end of the DEC axis.

    Auto Home Slew

    The automatic home position feature is implemented with encoders on both axes.

    ASCOM & INDI

    The mount fully supports ASCOM 7, ASCOM Alpaca and INDI framework. Sky-Safari is also supported allowing you to control the mount through your mobile device.

    LX200 Compatibility

    LX200 protocol is fully compatible with the NYX-88 mount. Any device that support LX200 such as Sky-Safari works out of the box with the mount.

    Mobile Control

    A mobile application for IOS and Android platforms allows you to control both axes of the mount, slew to installed catalogs of thousands of night sky targets and do a rough polar alignment through an electronic polar assistant.

    Safety limits on RA axis

    Safety limit encoders on RA Axis prevent internal cable snag or collision with the tripod.

    Firmware Upgrade

    An easy firmware upgrade process allows you to stay up to date with bug fixes and the latest features of the mount.

    ASCOM Alpaca Native Support

    ASCOM Alpaca outshines classic ASCOM drivers with its platform independence, modern web standards, streamlined installation, remote control capabilities, extensibility, and open-source options. This ensures superior compatibility and user-friendly performance, making it the preferred choice for advanced astronomy applications.

    The NYX-88 comes equipped with an integrated web server that seamlessly communicates with Alpaca clients natively. This integration enhances the user experience by providing easy and driverless access to mount control through ASCOM Alpaca.

    Modern imaging software like N.I.N.A. automatically identifies native Alpaca devices and lists them for immediate use.

    Material CNC machined 6061  aircraft aluminum alloy
    Mount Mode Equatorial or Altazimuth
    Mount Drive Strain Wave (Harmonic) Gear and Belt resulting reduction 400:1 (RA) and 300:1 (DEC)
    Load Capacity 14 Kg without counterweights
    20 Kg with counterweights
    Weight 5.0 Kg
    Safety / Power Off Brake On RA Axis
    Dovetail Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch
    RA Motor Resolution 0.15”
    Max Slew 5 degs/sec
    Power Voltage 12V DC unregulated
    0.7A during tracking, 2Amps during slewing
    Guide Port ST4
    Counterweight Shaft M12 Shaft (1.75mm pitch)
    Communication Wireless 802.11g and USB2
    Operating Temperature -20° to + 50°C
    Warranty 3 years
    Made in (designed, assembled and tested) Greece. We carefully curate the entire manufacturing, testing and packing process.
    • NYX-88 Harmonic Geared Mount
    • Power Supply 12V / 5A with GX12 jack
    • Soft Case Carry Bag
    • USB2 Type A to B Cable

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      Need Expert Advice?

      Visual Astronomy, Astrophotography, Microscopy and Macro Photography can be a little complicated sometimes as there are a lot of options. If you'd like to check something before you purchase just let us know and we'd be happy to help!

      Enquire now or call us (03) 9042 2293