Sky-Watcher EQ8 R Pro Synscan mount with tripod

Sky-Watcher EQ8-R Pro Synscan mount with tripod

Product Features

The EQ8 High Precision Equatorial Mount is designed with a pier-style tripod and delivers professional-grade stability. It comes equipped with a SynScan hand controller, two 10kg counterweights, and can support a payload of up to 50kg. Featuring Sky-Watcher’s patented Freedom Find™ dual-encoder system, the mount allows manual movement without losing alignment - no need for re-calibration when you return to Go-To mode.

   ➜  50 kg Payload Capacity

   ➜  Exceptionally Smooth PE Curve

   ➜  Permanent PEC (PPEC)

   ➜  Quiet Slewing Operation

   ➜  Minimal Backlash

   ➜  Auto-Home Sensors

   ➜  DSLR Connectivity

   ➜  Permanent Periodic Error Correction

   ➜  Accurate Polar Alignment via SynScan

   ➜  Height-Adjustable Pier Tripod (0.75m – 1.00m)

Freedom Find™ Technology

The EQ8 mount integrates auxiliary encoders on both the Right Ascension and Declination axes. This allows the system to maintain positional tracking, even if the clutches are disengaged and the telescope is rotated manually. Once the clutches are locked again, the mount resumes accurate alignment without requiring re-calibration. This function can be toggled on or off directly from the SynScan hand controller.

Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC)

Built with an index on its RA worm gear, the EQ8 allows the motor controller to precisely track worm position. After completing a PEC training routine, the mount stores correction data permanently in the controller. This enables PEC activation at any time, enhancing tracking accuracy for astrophotography with short focal lengths. Because the correction data is stored permanently, retraining is not necessary in future sessions (as long as accurate polar alignment is maintained). Training can be carried out through either manual guiding or auto-guiding methods.

Batch Exposure Control

With a built-in SNAP port, the EQ8 can trigger DSLR camera shutters directly. Paired with the SynScan hand controller’s Camera Control function, astrophotographers can automate batch imaging sessions. Up to 8 groups of exposure-time and frame combinations can be configured, enabling streamlined long-exposure astrophotography.

Auto-Home Feature

Equipped with dual home position sensors, the EQ8 ensures consistent start-up alignment. When powered on and used with the SynScan hand controller, the mount automatically returns to the same home position, making setup and repeat sessions more efficient.

Mount only purchase: Please consult your local dealer for more information.