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Overview
110-pound (50 kg) Payload
All-metal precision internal construction makes this mount strong and stable. The EQ8-R is a perfect fit for even the largest OTAs Sky-Watcher has to offer.
Belt-drive On Both Axes
Belt drives provide minimal backlash and significantly reduced periodic error, which mean smoother, more accurate tracking.
Integrated Cable Management System
Built-in USB 3.0, power, and serial ports eliminate cable drag and reduces the worry of cable snags
On-axis Renishaw Encoder
A Renishaw incremental 11.8 million tick encoder is installed on the RA axis of the EQ8-Rh virtually eliminating Periodic Error
Description
Building on the legacy of Sky-Watcher’s popular EQ8 mount, the EQ8-Rh introduces a variety of upgrades and enhancements that make observatory-class astrophotography easier than ever.
Whisper-quiet dual belt drives greatly reduce Periodic Error while providing enhanced tracking and guiding. The fully realized cable management system eliminates cable drag and makes remote set-ups ridiculously convenient.
The EQ8-Rh features an on-axis Renishaw 11.8 million tick incremental encoder on the RA axis, virtually eliminating Periodic Error during tracking and allowing for extremely precise guiding for even the most demanding astrophotographers.
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The EQ8-R has an available optional polar scope available, making polar alignment quick and easy
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Cable management features four USB 3.0 ports, three 2.1mm power ports and three serial ports
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Rock-solid, all-metal construction delivers a staggering 110 pounds of payload capacity
Specifications
Mount Type | High-capacity motorized equatorial (EQ) |
Tripod | Heavy-duty pier tripod |
GoTo | Yes |
Payload Capacity (lbs) | 110 |
Mount Head Height (head by itself) | 19.5" |
Mount Head Weight (lbs) | 56.8" |
Mount with Tripod max height | 58.625" |
Mount with Tripod min height | 49.75" |
Tripod max height (no mount head) | 39.125" |
Tripod min height (no mount head) | 30.25" |
Tripod leveling pads min height | 4" |
Tripod Weight (lbs) | 64.8 |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 2.36" |
Mounting Saddle Type | D-style |
Power Type | DC11~16V, 3 amp |
Cable management | Four USB 3.0 ports, Three 2.1mm power ports, Three serial connections |
Polar Scope | Sold seperately |
Latitude Range (degrees) | 10° to 65° |
Computer/Drive System Info | |
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Object Database | Complete Messier, NGC, IC and SAO catalogs, 25 user defined objects, total 42,900 objects |
Controller | SynScan hand controller, flash upgradeable, or PC direct, OR SynScan Pro app and Wi-Fi adapter |
Alignment Procedures | One-, two- and three-star alignment |
Slew Speeds | 1000x, 800x, 600x, 400x, 200x, 32x, 16x, 8x, 2x, 1x |
WiFi | Optional WiFi dongle |
GPS | Optional SynScan GPS sold seperately |
Included Weights | 22lbs (two) |
Motor Type | 0.9° hybrid stepper motor |
Drive System | Belt |
California Residents | View Proposition 65 Warning |
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