{"product_id":"skywatcher-eq8-rh-pro-mount-head-only-with-counterweights","title":"EQ8-RH Pro Mount Head with Counterweights","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilding on the legacy of Sky-Watcher’s popular EQ8 mount, the EQ8-R introduces a variety of upgrades and enhancements that make observatory-class astrophotography easier than ever. Upgrades include a more streamlined design with balanced motor positioning, a sleek thru-mount cable management system and repositioned power hub with a more ergonomic feel to your setup and workflow. Also included\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eare a powered USB 3.0 hub extension, an\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003einternal USB hub, larger saddle knobs for ease of use in cold weather, homing sensors to keep your mount oriented, physical hard stop to prevent cable snap, larger locking levers for ease of use, thread-on aircraft power connector for a secure connection, PC direct control, PPEC training for tack sharp images, and more!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhisper-quiet dual belt drives greatly reduce periodic error while providing enhanced tracking and guiding. Gears measuring over eight inches in diameter help handle large payloads and provide smooth tracking. The fully realized cable management system eliminates cable drag and makes remote setups ridiculously convenient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor users already familiar with previous Sky-Watcher mounts, the EQ8-R is a substantial upgrade, but with familiar features that will help dampen the learning curve. This is an observatory-class mount designed to be controlled PC Direct or even completely remote and yet, the EQ8-R can still be run by the tried-and-true SynScan V5 hand controller with a 42,000+ object database. Two large carrying handles make set up and takedown less awkward. Other features include a super sturdy adjustable portable pier tripod, D-style dovetail saddle, two 22-pound counterweights, DC power cord, and built-in USB PC control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-flex-feature-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-flex-feature\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/7095\/5123\/files\/polar-scope.jpg?70\" alt=\"EQ8-R and EQ8-RH optional polar scope\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EQ8-R has an optional polar scope available, making polar alignment quick and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-flex-feature\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/7095\/5123\/files\/usb-ports.jpg?70\" alt=\"Includes four USB 3.0 ports, three 2.1mm power ports, and three serial ports\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCable management features four USB ports, three 2.1mm power ports, and three serial ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZBNIytspo24\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pdp-flex-feature\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0080\/7095\/5123\/files\/metal-construction.jpg?70\" alt=\"Rock-solid, all-metal construction\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRock-solid, all-metal construction delivers a staggering 110 pounds of payload capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sky-Watcher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50769570824480,"sku":"S30712","price":9475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0849\/2135\/2480\/files\/S30701_EQ8-Rh_Head_RightFront_1350x_fdb4b2db-a99e-456b-8499-5903f46af0c7.webp?v=1760092366","url":"https:\/\/firstlightastro.com\/products\/skywatcher-eq8-rh-pro-mount-head-only-with-counterweights","provider":"First Light Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}