Model 5000C (A.R.O.S)
Features and Specifications
 
Model 5000C Pricing
The Model 5000C (A.R.O.S) Observatory is intended for the discerning Astronomer.  A.R.O.S. is an acronym for Astronomical Robotic Observatory System.  This highly refined Astronomy system  is designed for remote or rooftop applications at Universities or Long Range Missile Ranging applications or any place where remote robotic applications are required.  We at Boyd Observatories, are certain this is the finest available system offered on the market today. Coupled with our direct drive Standard Drive System and Cyber DriveTM command and control system, robotic applications will never be the same.  RS 232 serial port connectors are standard providing communication from your computer to our Cyber DriveTM control port allowing complete heated and comfortable viewing from your Vehicle.  Cyber DriveTM, is powered from your cigarette lighter or your isolated 12V DC system (not included).
Model 5000C Features & Specifications
Common:
- One or Multiple Piece, Fiberglass Dome
- Back-Gelled interior of dome is satin black
- Two, Three, Person, fast and easy assembly
Telescope:
Most commercial Catrodioptic telescopes on the market.  All Schmidt-Cassegrain including the venerable Celestron C-14, Catrodioptic telescopes, only, with the Factory Wedge including C-14 Fork mounted instruments,  and other Custom Slewing Configurations.
Hatch Config:
One piece removable, at time of two star alignment. 
Lockable outside
Total Height:
62 inches
Shutter Opening:
20.0 inches
Base  Outside Width:
78 X78 inches. Plenty of room for telescope and accessories
Base Inside Width:
74 X 73 inches for both electronics and Telescope/Wedge
Access door at rear:
For fast and easy polar alignment, two star coordination, equipment change, top portion swings up 40 degrees via gas assisted struts at rear.  For quick equipment change over.
Dome Diameter:
72.0 inches at base
Door Opening:
Access door at rear
Shutter opening past zenith:
11.0 Inches
Shutter:
Lockable inside with one spring cam lock.  One or two piece shutter option.
Telescope Opening:
Max recommended tube length is 60.0 inches
Construction:
1/8 inch polyester impregnated fiberglass
Finish:
White Gel-Coat
Note the Basic Drive , and Cyber DriveTM Command Control Electronics is Included
Dome Weight:
117lbs.
Rotation:
Eight 3 inch diameter wheels, DC Servo Motor, Pulse Width Modulation, with Direct Drive 16 Diametrical Pitch Spur Gear Track and 16 DP Boston Gear.  Motor has built in Encoders.
 
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