COMPACT Observatory Station installed in Gharb, island of Gozo, Malta

COMPACT is the Observatory Station with dome designed by PrimaLuceLab for users searching a remotely operated, affordable and easy to use instrument for astronomy outreach, education and astrophotography. This complete astronomical observatory is composed by an Alt-Az mount installed on pier for concrete base, supporting an optical telescope with ESATTO focuser and ARCO rotator, cooled camera able to capture deep-sky and planetary objects. As optional, COMPACT Observatory Station allows you to install another telescope in parallel with camera to provide a different field of view. Telescope is remotely controlled and powered with the EAGLE control unit and it’s provided with PLAY software providing the easiest way to control it. COMPACT Observatory Station is provided with 2 meter diameter motorized dome. Our design team is able to personalize the COMPACT Observatory Station based on your application needs. Thanks to its compact size and pre-assembled structure, we can ship the COMPACT Observatory Station all over the World and we can also offer Installation and Training Services at an affordable price. This makes the COMPACT Observatory Station a great solution for astronomy education, outreach and even astrophotography!
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[@hansgiger4183]

Great!!! how many percent can you increase the load capacity of the mount with such a mount plate??????????

[@Luftbubblan]

Interesting setup. Havnt seen anything like it :) *Alt-az with the mounting plate combination

[@oliverbonello6219]

Great Job! A formidable step for astronomy lovers in Gozo!

[@klausconrad6130]

Great video