Pegasus Astro NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount

Pegasus NYX-88 Harmonic Gear Mount

The Pegasus NYX-88 is a new compact mount that complements the larger Pegasus NYX-101 harmonic gear mount.

The NYX-88, designed for portability, offers an impressive payload capacity of up to 14 kg (mount weight 5 kg) without 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 aluminium alloy 6061 body, anodised 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, and safety-limit stops that prevent collisions during slewing or tracking. Whether you're exploring the night sky from your backyard or a remote location, the NYX-88 is the perfect portable companion for astronomers seeking precision and reliability.

Discover the NYX-88 - The Ultimate Travel Friendly harmonic Geared Mount

• Light and Powerful
• Lightweight Design with Impressive payload capacity.
• Aircraft-Grade Build, CNC-machined aluminium alloy AL6061.
• Compact: Mount weighs just 5 kg.
• High Precision Strainwave Gears
• Harmonic gears on both axes ensure high payload capacity and smooth, backlash-free operation.
• Combining a stepper motor and belt drive with sophisticated electronics, the RA axis achieves a remarkable 0.15 arcseconds resolution. It offers very low periodic error for ultra-smooth and stable tracking down to subarcsecond accuracy.
• Super High Imaging Loads for It's Class
• Counterweights are not required for payloads up to 14 Kg (31 lbs).
• The 14 kg maximum payload from a mount weighing only 5 kg is impressive.
• Heavier payloads can be accommodated by adding a counterweight shaft and counterweight.
• 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 and USB Operation
• Seamless Connectivity: Wireless and USB2 supported simultaneously.
• Broad Compatibility: Works with ASCOM Alpaca, ASCOM, INDI, and LX200 protocols.

DC 12 Volts Battery Operation

The NYX-88 mount requires only 12V for smooth operation, enabling 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 mount includes a low-profile, rigid universal saddle that accepts Vixen and Losmandy 3-inch dovetails.

Integrated ST-4 Guiding Port

The ST-4 port is compatible with Pegasus's dedicated NYX hand controller or an ST-4 guiding camera.

DC Output

An extra DC (GX-12) output on the side of the mount provides up to 8A to your equipment.

Reverse Voltage Polarity Safety

NYX mount has been designed with reverse voltage polarity protection, which is a lifesaver 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 and INDI

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

LX200 Compatibility

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

Mobile Control

A mobile application for iOS and Android platforms enables you to control both mount axes, scroll through installed catalogues 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 snags or collisions with the tripod.

Firmware Upgrade

An easy firmware upgrade process enables 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 has an integrated web server that natively communicates with Alpaca clients. 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.

Optional Accessories

• Pegasus Carbon Fibre Tripod for NYX-88/NYX-101 (PEG-TRPD101)
• 18cm Pier Extension (EQ6 / Universal adapter (PEG-ADAPT101-EQ6) Aluminum Standoffs – 3 pcs PEG-ADAPT101-STDOFF)
• Carbon Tripod Adapter(Included with Carbon Fiber Tripod) PEG-TRPD101)

Unity Platform

NYX mounts can be controlled and fully configured through our Unity Platform via USB or Wi-Fi channel. The included ASCOM driver supports multiple clients.

What's in the box

• NYX-88 Harmonic Geared Mount
• Power Supply 12V / 5A with GX12 jack
• Soft Case Carry Bag
• USB2 Type A to B Cable

Specifications