EQ8-R Pro SynScan GOTO Mount Head Only

EQ8-R Pro SynScan GOTO Mount Head Only

EQ8-R Pro SynScan GOTO Mount Head Only

SKYWATCHER

The Sky-Watcher EQ8 is an exciting new extra heavy-duty, observatory class German equatorial mount, with a payload capacity of up to 50kg. Quiet in operation, the EQ8 is supplied with the Synscan Go-To handset and can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its extensive computer database.

€4,884.00

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SKU
SKEQ8-R-HEAD

EQ8-R Pro SynScan GOTO Mount Head Only

Features:

  • 50 kg Payload Capacity
  • Super Smooth PE Curve
  • Permanent Periodic Error Correction
  • Whisper Slew
  • Small Backlash
  • Auto-Home Function
  • DSLR Interface

The Sky-Watcher EQ8 is an exciting new extra heavy-duty, observatory class German equatorial mount, with a payload capacity of up to 50kg. Quiet in operation, the EQ8 is supplied with the Synscan Go-To handset and can automatically find and track over 42,900 celestial objects from its extensive computer database.


This newest version of the EQ8 mount series overs many improvments:

  • Cable management system for reduced tangling.
  • Improved Connectivity
  • Improved installation position of motors for improved balance.
  • Improved clutch mechanism provides more holding strength.
  • Improved dovetail groove knob for added comfort and increased locking power.
  • Belt drive on the DEC axes for quiet slewing

Please note: Freedom-Find encoders are not present on the EQ8-R

 

Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC)

The EQ8 is equipped with an index on its R.A. worm. After a proper PEC training routine, in which the training data is stored in the motor controller permanently, the user can start the PEC training at any time to improve its tracking performance for short focal length astrophotography. A training process is not required in the next observing session, assuming the polar alignment is always accurate, thus this is a permanent periodic error correction (PPEC), and the user can train the mount for manual guiding or auto-guiding.


Batch Exposure Function

The EQ8 is equipped with a SNAP port which can control the shutter release of a camera. Working with the Synscan handset’s ‘Camera Control’ function, a user can take batch exposures when doing astrophotography. Up to 8 groups of ‘exposure times & frame’ combinations can be set on the Synscan handset.


Auto-Home Function

The EQ8 is equipped with two home position sensors. Working with the Synscan hand controller, the mount can be placed to the same home position after turning on the power.

More Information
Net Weight (g) 30000
Box 1 1000 x 1000 x 1000 mm ( 30 Kg )

Specifications:

  • Payload Capacity (excl. counterweights): 50kg
  • Latitude Adjustment Range: 10° to 65°
  • Azimuth Adjustment Range: +/- 10°
  • Mount Head Weight (excl. tripod): 25.8kg
  • Counterweights: 2 x 10kg
  • Counterweight Rod: 2.6kg
  • Power Requirement: 11 to 16 Volts DC (Higher voltage preferred), 55W
  • Motors: 0.9° Hybrid Stepper Motor (Both axes belt driven)
  • Transmission: 435:1 Worm Drive + 256 Micro-Step/0.9° Stepper Motor
  • Resolution: 44,544,000 Counts/Rev, approx 0.03 Arc-Second
  • Maximum Slewing Speed: 3.7° per Second
  • Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Rates
  • Auto-Guiding Speeds: 0.125x, 0.25x, 0.5x, 0.75x & 1x
  • PPEC: 200 Segments Permanent PEC 
  • Polar Alignment: By software control or optional Polarscope
  • Hand Controller: Synscan with 42,900+ Object Database
  • Synscan Celestial Object Catalogue: Messier, NGC, IC, SAO, Caldwell, Double-Star, Variable Star, Named Star, Planets
  • Pointing Accuracy: Up to 5 arc-minutes (RMS)
  • Control also possible with Synscan Pro Application for Windows via USB, Synscan Pro App for iOS and Android with optional Wi-Fi Dongle
  • 4 x USB Ports and 3 x Power Outlets for Peripheral Devices
  • Paired RJ10, RJ12 and RJ45 modular jacks

 

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