{"product_id":"sky-watcher-5-1kg-counterweight-for-az-eq6-white","title":"SkyWatcher 5.1kg Counterweight for AZ EQ6, White","description":"\u003c!-- jacobs-auto-desc v1 --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003eAchieve 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:12px;margin:18px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003eTailored Balance\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003e5kg mass designed for AZ-EQ6\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M12 22s8-4 8-10V5l-8-3-8 3v7c0 6 8 10 8 10z\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003eDrive Protection\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eReduces mechanical motor stress\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv style=\"flex:1 1 150px;min-width:150px;text-align:center;padding:16px 12px;border:1px solid #E7E5E4;border-radius:12px;background:#FAFAF9;\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:30px;line-height:1;margin-bottom:4px;\"\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003cline x1=\"4\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"4\" y2=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"4\" y1=\"10\" x2=\"4\" y2=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"12\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"12\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"12\" y2=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"20\" y1=\"21\" x2=\"20\" y2=\"16\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"20\" y1=\"12\" x2=\"20\" y2=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"1\" y1=\"14\" x2=\"7\" y2=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"9\" y1=\"8\" x2=\"15\" y2=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003cline x1=\"17\" y1=\"16\" x2=\"23\" y2=\"16\"\u003e\u003c\/line\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-weight:600;\"\u003eEffortless Adjustment\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#78716C;margin-top:2px;\"\u003eSmooth sliding along the shaft\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;font-size:20px;\"\u003eProtect Your Mount Mechanics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003eOperating 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;font-size:20px;\"\u003eDedicated AZ-EQ6 Fit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"line-height:1.6;\"\u003eDesigned 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"border-left:4px solid #e06a0f;background:#FDF1E7;padding:14px 18px;margin:18px 0;border-radius:8px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003crect x=\"3\" y=\"11\" width=\"18\" height=\"11\" rx=\"2\" ry=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/rect\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M7 11V7a5 5 0 0 1 10 0v4\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e Exact Fitment for AZ-EQ6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrafted to match the specifications of the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 counterweight shaft, providing secure positioning and reliable balance for substantial observing setups.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:22px 0 8px;font-size:20px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style:none;line-height:1.7;padding-left:0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"10\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" r=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/circle\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGenerous 5kg Mass\u003c\/strong\u003e – Offsets larger optical assemblies and photographic gear with ease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003csvg width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#e06a0f\" stroke-width=\"2\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" style=\"vertical-align:-0.125em;flex-shrink:0;\"\u003e\u003ccircle cx=\"12\" cy=\"12\" 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