Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R SynScan (AKA EQ6R-Pro) (SW-4163)
Discover the universe with the Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro SynScan. This advanced mount enhances the acclaimed NEQ-6 Pro with design innovations from the AZ-EQ5/6 hybrid models. Featuring a modern belt gear system, it ensures smoother tracking and reduced errors, making it ideal for precise celestial observations. Its sleek design and cutting-edge technology cater to both seasoned astronomers and beginners eager to embark on their stargazing journeys. Elevate your astronomical experience with the EQ6-R Pro's perfect blend of elegance and functionality.
1118.23 £ net price (non-EU countries)
Anatolii Livashevskyi
Product Manager
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+48721808900
+48721808900
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Description
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount with SynScan Technology
The Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount is an advanced version of the renowned NEQ-6 Pro mount, boasting a modern design and cutting-edge technology. Inspired by the AZ-EQ5/6 hybrid assemblies, this mount uses a belt gear mechanism in place of traditional toothed gears for enhanced performance.
Mount Specifications:
- Weight: Mount head - 17.3 kg, Tripod - 7.5 kg
- Total Load Capacity: 20 kg for visual observations, 15 kg for astrophotography (counterweights not included)
- Control: SynScan application accessible via smartphone with WiFi
Versatile Attachment System:
The EQ6-R mount is equipped with saddles compatible with both Vixen standard dovetail rails and Losmandy type rails, providing flexible attachment options for various equipment setups.
Key Features:
- PPEC: Permanent Periodic Error Correction for precise tracking
- Belt Transmission: Ensures smooth operation, eliminates play, and reduces noise
- SLR Camera Control: Allows SLR camera control via the cable release socket on the head
- High Precision Motor Controllers: For accurate tracking and positioning
- Dual Dovetail Saddle: Supports both Vixen and Losmandy dovetail rails
- Improved Power Socket: Enhanced reliability
- Polar Axis Alignment: Via telescope or GoTo system
Technical Specifications:
Mount Head:
- Load capacity: 20 kg (without counterweights)
- Weight: 17.3 kg
- Counterweights: 2 x 5 kg
- Diameter of counterweight rods: 18 mm
- Counterweight bar length: 240 mm + 180 mm
- RA gear: Diameter = 92.5 mm, 180 teeth, made of brass
- Dec gear: Diameter = 40 mm, made of steel
Tripod:
- Mounting type: Equatorial
- Material: Stainless steel
- Weight: 7.5 kg
- Leg diameter: 2" (50.8 mm)
- Tripod height: 71 - 123 cm
- Leg spacing: 88 - 146 cm
Drive:
- Supply voltage: DC 11 - 16 V / 4A
- Motors: Hybrid stepper motors with a 1.8-degree step
- RA power transmission: Worm gear 180:1, backlash-free reduction gear on toothed belt 48:12
- Total ratio: 720:1
- Driver: Microcontroller for stepper motors, offering microstep divisions up to 1/64
- Drive resolution: 9,216,000 microsteps per revolution
- Guiding accuracy: 0.14 arc second
- Tracking speeds: Star, lunar, solar
- Maximum pan speed: 4.2 degrees per second
- Autoguiding speeds: 0.125x / 0.25x / 0.5x / 0.75x / 1x
- PEC correction: 100 segments
System:
- GoTo system: SynScan remote control / SynScan app (smartphone application, requires WiFi adapter)
- Autoguider port: ST-4
- DSLR shutter release port: 2.5mm minijack
- Mount alignment modes: 1, 2, 3 stars (EQ), 2 stars (AZ)
General:
- Packed assembly weight: 21 kg + 20 kg (two boxes)
- Packaging dimensions: 114 x 28 x 27 cm + 61 x 52 x 28 cm (two boxes)
Guarantee:
- Electronics: 2 years
- Mechanics: 5 years
Data sheet
Official permits of the Ministry of Development and Technology
Our company is involved in preparing official permits from the Polish Ministry of Development and Technology, which allows us to export all dual-use drones, optics, and portable radiophones without VAT on the Polish side / and without VAT on the Ukrainian side.