{"product_id":"pw1000-instrument-rotator","title":"PlaneWave CDK1000 Instrument Rotator","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"227\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"227\"\u003ePlaneWave CDK1000 Rotator – Precision Image Train Rotation for Research-Grade Telescopes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"639\"\u003eThe CDK1000 Rotator from PlaneWave Instruments offers direct-drive rotational control for imaging train orientation, enabling precise field framing and advanced derotation capabilities for alt-azimuth telescope systems. Designed for maximum aperture and minimal backfocus intrusion, the CDK1000 Rotator is the ideal solution for professional-grade observatories requiring reliable, high-performance rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"663\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"641\" data-end=\"663\"\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eRotation Mechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct drive motors\u003cbr data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"711\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"731\"\u003eBackfocus Usage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.75″\u003cbr data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"740\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eClear Aperture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.50″ (165 mm)\u003cbr data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"777\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eControl Interface:\u003c\/strong\u003e PWI4 software\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"845\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"852\"\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides smooth, fast, and accurate field rotation for alt\/azimuth telescope systems\u003cbr data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"940\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Enables precise image framing or field derotation during long exposures\u003cbr data-start=\"1017\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimizes optical train intrusion while maximizing light path throughput\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003e-\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs seamlessly with the CDK1000 Focuser and PlaneWave 1-meter-class instruments\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PlaneWave Instruments","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49937790697760,"sku":"1000214","price":20000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/2135\/2480\/files\/IMG_2686-removebg-preview-1-1.png?v=1746220331","url":"https:\/\/firstlightastro.com\/products\/pw1000-instrument-rotator","provider":"First Light Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}