{"id":8827,"date":"2025-06-26T17:46:14","date_gmt":"2025-06-26T15:46:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/?post_type=product&p=8827"},"modified":"2025-11-18T17:39:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T16:39:46","slug":"sky-watcher-eq8-r-pro-monture","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/deep-space-astronomy.ch\/en\/product\/sky-watcher-eq8-r-pro-monture\/","title":{"rendered":"Sky-Watcher EQ8-R PRO Mount with column tripod"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sky-Watcher EQ8-R with column tripod - Observatory-class motorized equatorial mount<\/h3>\n

Visit Sky-Watcher EQ8-R with column tripod<\/strong> is an ultra-high-capacity GoTo equatorial mount, designed to accommodate the heaviest instruments in fixed or semi-permanent observatory settings. With a 50 kg load capacity<\/strong> and a ultra-stable column tripod<\/strong>It is a reference platform for the most demanding astrophotographers.<\/p>\n

The EQ8-R features all-metal mechanics and a belt drive system<\/strong> on both axes, as well as a complete internal wiring<\/strong> (USB 3.0, power, serial) for reliable, silent and simplified operation, even in remote locations. Every component is designed for precision and efficiency.<\/p>\n

Key features of the Sky-Watcher EQ8-R with tripod<\/h3>\n
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  • Maximum payload: 50 kg<\/strong> - suitable for large tubes and heavy setups<\/li>\n
  • Training by silent belts<\/strong> on RA and DEC - increased precision, reduced backlash<\/li>\n
  • Integrated internal wiring<\/strong> - 4 USB 3.0 ports, 3 power ports, 3 serial ports<\/li>\n
  • 0.9\u00b0 stepper motors<\/strong> - smooth, stable tracking<\/li>\n
  • SynScan V5 Racket<\/strong> or direct PC control - GoTo database of 42,900 objects<\/li>\n
  • Reinforced column tripod<\/strong> - maximum stability for permanent setup<\/li>\n
  • Advanced functions :<\/strong> homing sensors, physical stops, PEC, burst exposures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Frame technical specifications<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Sky-Watcher EQ8-R mount<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Type<\/strong><\/td>\nEquatorial motorized GoTo (very high capacity)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Payload<\/strong><\/td>\n50 kg (110 lbs)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Head weight<\/strong><\/td>\n25.8 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Head height only<\/strong><\/td>\n49.5 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    OTA mounting<\/strong><\/td>\nDovetail type D (Losmandy)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Motors<\/strong><\/td>\nHybrid steppers 0.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Training<\/strong><\/td>\nToothed belt on RA and DEC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Latitude range<\/strong><\/td>\n10\u00b0 \u00e0 65\u00b0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Power supply<\/strong><\/td>\nDC 11-16V, 3A (threaded aviation connector)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Features of the column tripod<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Pier Tripod included<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Tripod weight<\/strong><\/td>\n29.4 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Min. height with frame<\/strong><\/td>\n126.4 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Max. height with mount<\/strong><\/td>\n148.9 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Leg diameter<\/strong><\/td>\n60 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Folded height<\/strong><\/td>\n76.8 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Connections and controls<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Ports and control functions<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    GoTo database<\/strong><\/td>\nMessier, NGC, IC, SAO + 25 user objects (42,900 objects in total)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Racket included<\/strong><\/td>\nSynScan V5 (Flash-upgradable)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Direct PC connection<\/strong><\/td>\nYes (USB)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    USB ports<\/strong><\/td>\n4x USB 3.0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Power supply ports<\/strong><\/td>\n3x 2.1 mm (DC)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Serial ports<\/strong><\/td>\n3x<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Self-steering port<\/strong><\/td>\nYes (ST4)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Wi-Fi<\/strong><\/td>\nDongle option<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    GPS<\/strong><\/td>\nSynScan GPS option<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Pointing speeds<\/strong><\/td>\n1000x to 1x (9 speeds)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    Accessories included<\/h3>\n
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    • EQ8-R mount<\/li>\n
    • Reinforced column tripod (Pier Tripod)<\/li>\n
    • 2 counterweights weighing 9.9 kg (22 lbs)<\/li>\n
    • SynScan V5 Racket<\/li>\n
    • Counterweight bar<\/li>\n
    • DC power cable<\/li>\n
    • Instruction manual<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      The ultimate solution for personal observatories<\/h3>\n

      Visit Sky-Watcher EQ8-R with column tripod<\/strong> is cut out for heavy setups and the extreme demands of high-level astrophotography. Its metal construction, advanced features, internal cable management and massive tripod make it a pillar of stability and performance for permanent or semi-permanent installations.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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