Sky-Watcher EQ8-RH Pro Mount (No Tripod)

The Sky-Watcher EQ8-RH Pro is the pinnacle of precision and power, designed for serious astrophotographers and observatories. With its ability to handle up to 50 kg, this mount is perfect for large astrographs with diameters up to 16 inches, offering capabilities once exclusive to top-tier observatories.

Precision Tracking

At the heart of the EQ8-RH is a commitment to tracking accuracy. The mount features hybrid stepper motors and a sophisticated belt gear system that drive the declination and right ascension axes, eliminating vibrations and maximizing precision. The stepper motors provide a fine step size of 0.9°.

Advanced Encoder System

A standout feature is the Renishaw encoder on the right ascension axis, delivering unrivaled tracking accuracy. Renishaw's technology, trusted in high-precision fields like neurosurgery, ensures the EQ8-RH performs with surgical precision in managing and correcting periodic errors.

SynScan V5 Controller

The mount includes the advanced SynScan V5 controller, offering access to over 42,000 celestial objects and advanced tracking and correction functions, enhancing the astrophotography experience.

Key Features:

• Hybrid stepper motors with a vibration-reducing belt transmission for precise axis control.
• Renishaw encoder ensures impeccable tracking accuracy.
• SynScan V5 controller with an extensive celestial database.
• Permanent periodic error control (PPEC) with direct worm gear position reading.

Technical Specifications:

• Power Supply: 11 - 16 V, 3 A
• Mount Weight: 25.8 kg
• Counterweight Axle Weight: 2.6 kg
• Counterweight Weight: 2 x 10 kg
• Mounting Capacity: 50 kg
• Optical Tube Mounting: Losmandy
• Hand Controller: SynScan V5 Remote Control
• Right Ascension Gear: Worm Gear, 435:1 Ratio
• Height Adjustment: 10 - 65°
• Encoder: Renishaw Encoder on Right Ascension
• Tracking Accuracy: 0.11"
• Maximum Travel Speed: 3.7°/s

Kit Components:

• Sky-Watcher EQ8-RH Mount Head
• SynScan V5 Controller
• Controller Cable
• Power Cable with Cigarette Lighter Plug
• Canon SLR Shutter Control Cable
• Counterweight Axle
• Counterweights

Warranty:

24 months

Version Differences:

The EQ8-RH is part of the "R" series, featuring a Cable Management System with built-in USB and power hubs. It includes the advanced Renishaw encoder on the right ascension axis for superior tracking precision.

Compared to its predecessors:

• EQ8: Base model with Freedom Find function and single belt gear.
• EQ8-R: Improved cable management, dual belt-driven transmissions, no encoders.
• EQ8-RH: Advanced cable management, Renishaw encoder, dual belt-driven transmissions.

For more details, refer to the provided references and manuals.