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About this product
Achieve flawless balance and preserve the precision tracking of your heavy imaging rig with the genuine Sky-Watcher 5kg Counterweight for the AZ-EQ6 mount. Engineered specifically for seamless compatibility, this robust counterweight ensures your equatorial setup runs smoothly without straining internal drive gears. Maintain pinpoint accuracy across long exposures and observe with total confidence throughout the night.
Tailored Balance
5kg mass designed for AZ-EQ6
Drive Protection
Reduces mechanical motor stress
Effortless Adjustment
Smooth sliding along the shaft
Protect Your Mount Mechanics
Operating an equatorial mount with an unbalanced optical payload introduces unnecessary strain to motors and gearboxes. Adding this dedicated 5kg counterweight counteracts heavier telescope tubes, cameras, and guiding accessories, ensuring smooth movement across both axes. A well-balanced system prevents premature gear wear and delivers reliable, consistent tracking performance.
Dedicated AZ-EQ6 Fit
Designed specifically as an official accessory by Sky-Watcher, this weight slides smoothly onto the counterweight bar of your AZ-EQ6 mount. The clean, durable finish coordinates neatly with your existing hardware while providing dependable weight distribution for demanding astrophotography sessions.
Exact Fitment for AZ-EQ6 Crafted to match the specifications of the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 counterweight shaft, providing secure positioning and reliable balance for substantial observing setups.
Key Features
Generous 5kg Mass – Offsets larger optical assemblies and photographic gear with ease.
AZ-EQ6 Tailored Design – Engineered to fit directly onto the AZ-EQ6 counterweight shaft.
Mechanical Safety – Helps reduce strain on internal tracking motors and drive mechanisms.
Genuine Sky-Watcher Accessory – Manufactured by the world's largest telescope manufacturer to guarantee compatibility.
Fine Balance Tuning – Slides easily along the shaft to achieve critical equilibrium.