Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount with Tripod
The Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro is a precision-engineered,
computerised German Equatorial GoTo telescope mount designed for
serious amateur astronomers, astrophotographers, and observatory users.
Building upon the established HEQ5 Pro platform, the HEQ5-R Pro
introduces improved mechanical stability, a synchronous belt-drive
transmission, refined worm gearing, and enhanced connectivity for
reliable astronomical tracking and imaging.
With a 15 kg payload capacity, advanced
SynScan GoTo control, and a sturdy
1.75-inch stainless-steel tripod, the HEQ5-R Pro
provides a versatile platform for refractors, reflectors, and
catadioptric telescopes used for visual observation and
long-exposure astrophotography.
Key Features
- 15 kg Payload Capacity: Improved load-carrying
capability for telescope optical tubes and imaging accessories.
- Synchronous Belt-Drive System: Smooth,
quiet operation with reduced mechanical backlash and
improved guiding performance.
- SynScan Computerised GoTo: Automated
positioning and tracking of astronomical targets.
- Enhanced Worm Gear Design: 160-tooth
RA and 144-tooth DEC worm wheels for improved tracking
resolution and mechanical performance.
- Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC):
Helps compensate for repeatable worm gear tracking errors.
- Multiple Tracking Rates: Sidereal,
lunar, and solar tracking modes.
- Improved Connectivity: Integrated
USB connectivity, external power connections, and
camera-control functionality.
- Wide Latitude Adjustment: Adjustable
from 5° to 72° for deployment at a broad range of
observing locations.
- Convenient Carrying Handle:
Integrated handle for easier transportation and setup.
- Heavy-Duty Tripod: Supplied with a
1.75-inch stainless-steel tripod for mechanical stability.
Optimised for Astrophotography
Accurate tracking is essential for capturing detailed
deep-sky astronomical images. The HEQ5-R Pro incorporates
a belt-driven transmission and an upgraded worm gear system
to minimise backlash and support smooth tracking during
long-exposure photography.
Its precision stepper motor drive, permanent periodic
error correction, and compatibility with guided
imaging workflows make it suitable for astrophotography
using dedicated astronomy cameras, DSLR cameras,
and compatible telescope optical tubes.
Actual imaging performance depends on payload,
balance, polar alignment, guiding, and environmental conditions.
SynScan GoTo Telescope Control
The HEQ5-R Pro supports Sky-Watcher's SynScan
computerised GoTo system, allowing astronomers to
locate and track celestial objects automatically.
SynScan control offers access to an extensive database
of astronomical targets, including planets,
star clusters, nebulae, and galaxies.
The mount is suitable for both manual observing sessions
using compatible controls and computer-assisted
astronomical imaging setups.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | Sky-Watcher |
| Model | HEQ5-R Pro |
| Mount Type | German Equatorial GoTo Mount |
| Maximum Payload Capacity | 15 kg |
| Tracking Mode | Equatorial |
| Drive System | Synchronous Timing Belt Drive with Worm Gear Transmission |
| Timing Belt Drive Ratio | 36:12 |
| RA Worm Wheel | 160 Teeth |
| DEC Worm Wheel | 144 Teeth |
| RA Gear Ratio | 480:1 |
| DEC Gear Ratio | 432:1 |
| Motors | 1.8° Hybrid Stepper Motors |
| Motor Microstepping | 64 Microsteps per Full Step |
| RA Resolution | 0.21 Arcsecond per Microstep |
| DEC Resolution | 0.23 Arcsecond per Microstep |
| Maximum Slewing Speed | 3.2°/second |
| Tracking Rates | Sidereal, Solar, Lunar |
| Periodic Error Correction | Permanent Periodic Error Correction (PPEC) |
| Latitude Adjustment | 5° to 72° |
| Azimuth Adjustment | Approximately ±15° |
| Power Requirement | DC 9–12.6 V, 3 A |
| Mount Head Weight | 12 kg (Tripod Excluded) |
| Tripod | 1.75-inch Stainless Steel |
| Tripod Weight | 5.2 kg |
| Supplied Counterweights | 2 × 5.3 kg |
| Counterweight Shaft Diameter | 20 mm |
| Counterweight Shaft Length | 310 mm + 200 mm |
| GoTo Control | Sky-Watcher SynScan |
Applications
- Deep-sky astrophotography
- Planetary and lunar observation
- Computerised astronomical GoTo tracking
- Guided long-exposure astronomical imaging
- Educational astronomy and research demonstrations
- Portable telescope imaging systems
- Personal astronomical observatories
Package Contents
- Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro Equatorial Mount Head
- Stainless-Steel Tripod
- 2 × Counterweights
- Counterweight Shaft Assembly
- SynScan Control Equipment (configuration dependent)
- Supplied Cables and Standard Accessories
Package contents and controller configuration should be
confirmed with Vorion Scientific before ordering, as
regional configurations may vary.
Telescope optical tube and imaging camera are not included.
Buy Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro in India
The Sky-Watcher HEQ5-R Pro GoTo Equatorial Mount with Tripod
is available for enquiry through
Vorion Scientific Private Limited, Ahmedabad, India.
For pricing, availability, compatibility guidance,
and telescope integration requirements,
please contact our team.
Product specifications are based on published manufacturer information
and may change without prior notice.
