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The Sky-Watcher EQ8-R is an observatory-class German equatorial GoTo mount head designed for large telescopes and demanding astrophotography rigs. This listing/configuration is the mount head only with counterweights (tripod/pier not included). Key features include dual belt-driven axes to reduce...
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Sky-Watcher EQ8-R Mount Head (mount only, no tripod/pier)
Product Code: 1127801342
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The Sky-Watcher EQ8-R is an observatory-class German equatorial GoTo mount head designed for large telescopes and demanding astrophotography rigs. This listing/configuration is the mount head only with counterweights (tripod/pier not included). Key features include dual belt-driven axes to reduce backlash and periodic error, large all-metal gears, 0.9° hybrid stepper motors with 435:1 worm drive and 256 micro-step control, SynScan GoTo controller with a database of ~42,900 objects, homing sensors, PPEC training, internal cable routing, integrated USB hub and accessory power outputs, and robust all-metal construction. Rated payload is approximately 50 kg (110 lb). Mount-head weight is approximately 25.8 kg; included are two 10 kg counterweights and the counterweight shaft. Exact external boxed dimensions are not published by the manufacturer; packaging estimates provided separately.
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BrandSky-Watcher
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ModelEQ8-R (mount head only, with counterweights)
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TypeGerman equatorial GoTo mount (mount head)
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Payload Capacity~50 kg (110 lb)
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Mount Head Weight~25.8 kg
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Included CounterweightsTwo ? 10 kg (22 lb) counterweights
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Counterweight Bar Weight~2.6 kg (per one listing)
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Drive SystemDual belt-driven axes
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Worm/Gearing Ratio435:1 worm drive with 256 micro-step control
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Stepper Motors0.9° hybrid stepper motors (dual-axis)
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GearsLarge all?metal gears (approx. >8 inches diameter reported)
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Dovetail SaddleD-style dovetail saddle
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Latitude Range~15°65° (listed range varies by source; some retailers state ~10°65°)
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Azimuth Adjustment±10°
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GoTo SystemSynScan GoTo (database ~42,900 objects)
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HomingHoming sensors for automatic home position
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Tracking/PECPPEC (Periodic Error Correction training)
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Slew Speeds1?, 2?, 8?, 16?, 32?, 200?, 400?, 600?, 800?, 1,000?
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Cable ManagementInternal cable-routing with physical hard stop
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ConnectivityIntegrated USB hub (multiple USB ports), USB-to-serial support, RJ-style serial ports
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Power InputDC 1116 V nominal (typical listed requirement), ~3 A
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Power ConnectorThread-on aircraft style power connector
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Accessory PowerThree 2.1 mm power outputs for peripherals
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ControlsSynScan hand controller included (wired); PC and mobile control supported; optional Wi?Fi adapter for wireless control
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Included ItemsEQ8-R mount head, two 10 kg counterweights, counterweight shaft, SynScan hand controller, DC power cable
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Not IncludedTripod/pier, telescope optical tube, eyepieces, polar scope (sold separately), Wi?Fi adapter (optional)
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ConstructionHeavy-duty all-metal construction, integrated carrying handles
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Use CasesLarge refractors/reflectors/catadioptrics, advanced astrophotography, observatory use
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Certainty of DimensionsManufacturer does not publish exact boxed external dimensions; weight and mechanical specs are published
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Description
The Sky-Watcher EQ8-R is an observatory-class German equatorial GoTo mount head designed for large telescopes and demanding astrophotography rigs. This listing/configuration is the mount head only with counterweights (tripod/pier not included). Key features include dual belt-driven axes to reduce backlash and periodic error, large all-metal gears, 0.9° hybrid stepper motors with 435:1 worm drive and 256 micro-step control, SynScan GoTo controller with a database of ~42,900 objects, homing sensors, PPEC training, internal cable routing, integrated USB hub and accessory power outputs, and robust all-metal construction. Rated payload is approximately 50 kg (110 lb). Mount-head weight is approximately 25.8 kg; included are two 10 kg counterweights and the counterweight shaft. Exact external boxed dimensions are not published by the manufacturer; packaging estimates provided separately.
Technical Specifications
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BrandSky-Watcher
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ModelEQ8-R (mount head only, with counterweights)
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TypeGerman equatorial GoTo mount (mount head)
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Payload Capacity~50 kg (110 lb)
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Mount Head Weight~25.8 kg
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Included CounterweightsTwo ? 10 kg (22 lb) counterweights
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Counterweight Bar Weight~2.6 kg (per one listing)
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Drive SystemDual belt-driven axes
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Worm/Gearing Ratio435:1 worm drive with 256 micro-step control
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Stepper Motors0.9° hybrid stepper motors (dual-axis)
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GearsLarge all?metal gears (approx. >8 inches diameter reported)
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Dovetail SaddleD-style dovetail saddle
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Latitude Range~15°65° (listed range varies by source; some retailers state ~10°65°)
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Azimuth Adjustment±10°
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GoTo SystemSynScan GoTo (database ~42,900 objects)
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HomingHoming sensors for automatic home position
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Tracking/PECPPEC (Periodic Error Correction training)
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Slew Speeds1?, 2?, 8?, 16?, 32?, 200?, 400?, 600?, 800?, 1,000?
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Cable ManagementInternal cable-routing with physical hard stop
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ConnectivityIntegrated USB hub (multiple USB ports), USB-to-serial support, RJ-style serial ports
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Power InputDC 1116 V nominal (typical listed requirement), ~3 A
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Power ConnectorThread-on aircraft style power connector
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Accessory PowerThree 2.1 mm power outputs for peripherals
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ControlsSynScan hand controller included (wired); PC and mobile control supported; optional Wi?Fi adapter for wireless control
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Included ItemsEQ8-R mount head, two 10 kg counterweights, counterweight shaft, SynScan hand controller, DC power cable
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Not IncludedTripod/pier, telescope optical tube, eyepieces, polar scope (sold separately), Wi?Fi adapter (optional)
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ConstructionHeavy-duty all-metal construction, integrated carrying handles
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Use CasesLarge refractors/reflectors/catadioptrics, advanced astrophotography, observatory use
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Certainty of DimensionsManufacturer does not publish exact boxed external dimensions; weight and mechanical specs are published
