The Celestron 12 lb Counterweight is an essential accessory for telescope enthusiasts, specifically designed to fit 19mm counterweight shafts. It features a robust lock knob to securely keep the counterweight in place on the shaft, ensuring safety and stability during use. This counterweight is compatible with a range of Celestron mounts, as detailed in the product description section.
Ideal for both enhancing your existing telescope mount setup or as a replacement part, this counterweight plays a crucial role in balancing the weight of the optical tube assembly (OTA) and any additional accessories on the opposite side of the Right Ascension (RA) Axis. As you add accessories like cameras or guiders to your telescope setup, you may find the need to add extra counterweights to offset the increased weight.
Proper balance is critical; imbalance can lead to potential damage to the OTA, the mount's motor gear, and can adversely affect tracking accuracy. By adding additional counterweights, you can improve the system’s responsiveness and reduce mass inertia. It's important to strategically space out the counterweights along the shaft to minimize potential damage and ensure the modifications are cost-effective and beneficial for your specific telescope setup.
This counterweight is equipped with a sturdy, knurled knob lock for secure placement on the counterweight shaft. Below is a list of recent Celestron mounts and their compatible counterweights, providing a handy reference for selecting the right counterweight for your Celestron mount.
- Advanced VX: Counterweight Model(s) 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
- Advanced CG-5: Counterweight Model(s) 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
- CGEM: Counterweight Model(s) 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
- CGEM II: Counterweight Model(s) 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
- CGX: Counterweight Model(s) 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
- CGX-L: Counterweight Model 94187
- CGE Pro: Counterweight Model 94187
- CGEM DX: Counterweight Model 94187
This list ensures that users can easily find the appropriate counterweight for their specific Celestron model.
