Sky-Watcher Wave 100i with Carbon Fibre Tripod Strain Wave Mount

Built around a Strain Wave harmonic drive system, the Sky-Watcher Wave 100i combines compact dimensions, substantial payload capacity and precise tracking for portable astronomy and astrophotography.

The mount head weighs only 4.3 kg while providing a 10 kg payload capacity without a counterweight. Using the optional counterweight kit increases the payload capacity to 15 kg.

This version is supplied with the WAVE carbon fibre tripod, creating a system particularly suited to portable astronomical configurations.

The Wave 100i operates in both equatorial and alt-azimuth modes. Its 0–90° latitude adjustment range provides considerable flexibility for different setups.

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are integrated directly into the mount. Control is available through the SynScan PRO application for Windows, iOS and Android. An optional SynScan handset can also be used.

Strain Wave Harmonic Drive

The Wave 100i uses harmonic reducers combined with belt-driven stepper motors.

This design provides a compact system with a high payload-to-weight ratio while minimising mechanical backlash for applications requiring precise tracking.

The harmonic reducers are:

• R.A. axis : 17-100
• DEC axis : 14-100

Reduction ratio is 300:1 on both axes.

Payload Capacity up to 15 kg

Without a counterweight, payload capacity is 10 kg.

With the optional counterweight kit, capacity increases to 15 kg.

The counterweight kit is available separately.

4.3 kg Mount Weight

The mount head weighs 4.3 kg.

Combined with its payload capacity, this relatively low weight makes the system suitable for portable and field configurations.

WAVE Carbon Fibre Tripod Included

This version is supplied with the WAVE carbon fibre tripod.

The tripod completes the Wave 100i as a system intended for portable astronomical configurations.

Equatorial and Alt-Azimuth Modes

The Wave 100i can operate in:

• Equatorial mode
• Alt-azimuth mode

Both R.A. and DEC axes also feature Home positions and axis limit functions.

0–90° Latitude Range

Latitude adjustment covers the full 0–90° range.

A latitude scale is integrated into the mount.

Red LED Illumination

The latitude scale and bubble level feature red LED illumination.

This makes them easier to read during night-time setup.

Two 45 and 75 mm Saddles

The Wave 100i is supplied with a dual-fit saddle compatible with:

• 45 mm dovetail bars
• 75 mm dovetail bars

A second dual-fit 45/75 mm saddle is also supplied.

Maximum Speed of 10° per Second

Maximum slewing speed is:

• 2400x
• 10° per second

R.A. Power-Off Braking

The right ascension axis features a power-off braking function.

R.A. Lock Function

A right ascension lock function simplifies counterweight installation when the optional counterweight kit is used.

Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Control

The Wave 100i can be controlled wirelessly through:

• Wi-Fi
• Bluetooth

It is compatible with the Sky-Watcher SynScan PRO application for:

• Windows
• iOS
• Android

A SynScan handset can also be used but is available separately.

Software Compatibility

The mount is also compatible with:

• Stellarium
• SkySafari
• Cartes du Ciel
• ASCOM
• INDI

Integrated Connectivity

The Wave 100i provides:

• USB-B port
• Autoguider port
• SynScan handset port
• Power input

Precision CNC-Machined Body

The mount features a precision CNC-machined body.

Carrying Case Included

A foam-lined carrying case is supplied.

It protects the mount head during storage and transport.

Power Requirements

The Wave 100i requires:

• 12 V DC
• 2 A

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer : Sky-Watcher
• Model : Wave 100i
• Manufacturer product code : 20982-20984
• Type : Strain Wave GoTo mount
• Operating modes : Equatorial and alt-azimuth
• Mount weight : 4.3 kg
• Payload without counterweight : 10 kg
• Payload with counterweight kit : 15 kg
• Tripod : WAVE carbon fibre
• Main saddle : Dual-fit 45 mm / 75 mm
• Secondary saddle : Dual-fit 45 mm / 75 mm
• Transmission : Belt-driven stepper motor with harmonic reducer
• R.A. harmonic specification : 17-100
• DEC harmonic specification : 14-100
• Reduction ratio : 300:1 on both axes
• Maximum speed : 2400x
• Maximum angular speed : 10°/s
• Latitude adjustment range : 0–90°
• Wi-Fi control : Yes
• Bluetooth control : Yes
• Compatible application : SynScan PRO
• Compatibility : Windows, iOS and Android
• Software compatibility : Stellarium, SkySafari, Cartes du Ciel, ASCOM and INDI
• USB-B port : Yes
• Autoguider port : Yes
• SynScan handset port : Yes
• Power input : Yes
• R.A. lock function : Yes
• R.A. power-off braking : Yes
• R.A. and DEC Home positions : Yes
• R.A. and DEC limit functions : Yes
• Red LED illumination : Latitude scale and bubble level
• Body : Precision CNC machined
• Power requirement : 12 V DC / 2 A

Package Contents

• Sky-Watcher Wave 100i mount
• WAVE carbon fibre tripod
• Dual-fit 45/75 mm saddle
• Secondary dual-fit 45/75 mm saddle
• Foam-lined carrying case

Not Included

• Extension tube
• Counterweight kit
• SynScan handset
• Optical tube