Ioptron Counterweight shaft for SkyGuider Pro - P-SGP-CWS
| Article number: | P-SGP-CWS |
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The iOptron Counterweight Shaft (model P-SGP-CWS) is a precision-machined accessory designed for use with the iOptron SkyGuider Pro, HAE series, SkyHunter, and other compatible mounts. It serves as both a replacement counterweight bar and an extension shaft, allowing you to mount added weights farther from the axis for better balancing of heavier loads or extended camera setups. The bar includes a safety screw to securely retain the counterweight and ensure safe operation under tracking conditions.
Key Specs and Features
- Length: 200 mm (≈ 7.875″)
- Diameter: 20 mm (≈ 0.79″)
- Threads: 3/8″-16 male stud on one end and 3/8″-16 female socket on the other end
- Weight: Approximately 1 lb (≈ 16 oz)
- Fit: Compatible with iOptron SkyGuider Pro, SkyTracked Pro (with CW package), Strain Wave AZ/EQ HAE series mounts
- Includes: Safety screw for counterweight retention.
Use Cases
- Replace a bent or worn counterweight shaft on a SkyGuider Pro or other compatible mount, restoring balance and alignment of your setup.
- Extend the weight arm to improve leverage when mounting heavier cameras, larger optics, or imaging accessories so that the center of gravity is maintained.
- Upgrade an existing mount system to handle increased payload by using the extension function of the shaft, allowing better balance and smoother tracking.
- Ideal accessory for astro-photographers or time-lapse users seeking to add counterweights or shift balance without replacing the entire mount.