PegasusAstro Saddle Powerbox NYX-101 Saddle Powerbox combines a dual-format telescope saddle with power distribution and a four-port USB hub. It accepts Losmandy 3-inch and Vixen-style rails and attaches directly to the NYX-101. Pegasus specifies up to 40 kg supported payload; other mounts use the appropriate optional puck.
Manufacturer model: PegasusAstro Saddle Powerbox NYX-101 · Specifications checked against manufacturer data on 2026-11-03
Saddle Powerbox combines a dual-format telescope saddle with power distribution and a four-port USB hub. It accepts Losmandy 3-inch and Vixen-style rails and attaches directly to the NYX-101. Pegasus specifies up to 40 kg supported payload; other mounts use the appropriate optional puck.
Power and dew management
Four 12 V outputs switch together as one bank. Two independently controlled PWM outlets provide dew control and can instead be configured as constant 12 V outputs. The manual specifies 4 A per PWM channel and a 10 A total device limit. Two supplied pigtails convert the 2.1 mm outputs to RCA for heater bands.
USB and environmental monitoring
The powered hub provides two USB3 and two USB2 ports, with a USB3 Type-B computer connection. Built-in temperature and humidity sensing supports automatic heater adjustment and software environmental reporting.
Standalone and remote operation
Stored settings allow standalone use; Unity, ASCOM and INDI provide computer control. The manual specifies −20 to +60 °C operation. The package includes DC leads, two RCA adapters and a 1.8 m USB3 cable.
PWM current is 4 A per manual and technical table; product prose also states 5 A, which is not used. Total device budget is 10 A. The manufacturer 40 kg saddle claim is not the load capacity of every mount it can attach to.
Additional specifications
Saddle profile
Losmandy 3-inch and Vixen
Mount attachment
Direct installation on NYX-101; other mounts require appropriate optional puck
Manufacturer payload claim (kg)
40
Maximum total current (A)
10
Quad outputs
Four 12 V outlets switched as one channel; 10 A combined
Dew outputs
Two PWM 5.5 × 2.1 mm outputs; 4 A each; may be configured as constant 12 V
USB power
Up to 3 A, subject to total power budget
Environment accuracy
Humidity 2–5%; temperature ±0.5 °C
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Scheda tecnica
Collegamento al computer
USB3 Type-B
Modello
PegasusAstro Saddle Powerbox NYX-101
Temperatura di esercizio
−20 to +60 °C
Confezione
Saddle Powerbox; two 15 cm DC-to-RCA pigtails; four DC leads (two 0.5 m, two 1 m); 1.8 m USB3 cable
Ingresso di alimentazione
12–14 V DC; 5.5 × 2.1 mm centre-positive
Sensore
Built-in temperature and humidity sensor; auto-dew control
PegasusAstro Saddle Powerbox NYX-101 Saddle Powerbox combines a dual-format telescope saddle with power distribution and a four-port USB hub. It accepts Losmandy 3-inch and Vixen-style rails and attaches directly to the NYX-101. Pegasus specifies up to 40 kg supported payload; other mounts use the appropriate optional puck.
Manufacturer model: PegasusAstro Saddle Powerbox NYX-101 · Specifications checked against manufacturer data on 2026-11-03
