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More balance, instantly more stability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Skywatcher Counterweight of 5.1 kg gives your mount just the extra support it needs. Your telescope stays balanced, so your image remains calm and sharp. You immediately notice this when using heavy eyepieces or accessories. Less vibration. Less fuss. More focus on what you see.The counterweight slides smoothly onto the rod and clamps securely. You twist it closed and it stays perfectly in place. So your mount moves more fluidly and the whole setup feels more stable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Skywatcher<\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Reliable balance for every session<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The white surface fits nicely with most mounts and is easy to keep clean. The 5.1 kg gives enough back pressure for different telescopes and configurations. As a result, you need to correct less while aiming or tracking. You look relaxed without your mount constantly \u201cwalking away.\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

\u2713 Quieter image and less vibration
\u2713 Better balance when using heavy accessories
\u2713 Smoother movement during aiming and tracking
\u2717 No optical improvement (balance only)
\u2717 Not suitable for all mounts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Specifications<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Capacity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Hole diameter (mm)<\/td>18<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

General<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th>Description<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Color<\/td>White<\/td><\/tr>
Total weight (kg)<\/td>5,1<\/td><\/tr>
Weight (g)<\/td>5100<\/td><\/tr>
Type<\/td>Accessories mounts<\/td><\/tr>
Design<\/td>Counterweight<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Skywatcher Counterweight comes with white 5.1kg counterweight with 18mm hole diameter and sturdy clamping screw - ideal for accurately balancing your mount for heavier telescope setups.<\/p>\n

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