The Celestron 11 lb Counterweight is specifically designed to fit 19mm counterweight shafts, providing a secure and precise balance for your telescope setup. It features a robust lock knob that ensures the counterweight remains safely affixed to the shaft. For a comprehensive understanding of telescope compatibility, please refer to the description section provided.

This counterweight is essential for both enhancing your current mount setup or serving as a replacement part. It plays a vital role in balancing the weight of the optical tube assembly (OTA) and any additional accessories opposite the Right Ascension (RA) Axis. Adding accessories such as cameras or guiders to your telescope may necessitate extra counterweights to offset the additional weight.

An unbalanced setup can potentially cause damage to your OTA, the mount's motor gear, and can affect tracking accuracy. To enhance system responsiveness and reduce mass inertia, additional counterweights can be added. However, it is crucial to space these counterweights correctly along the shaft to prevent damage to your equipment and ensure that the addition is both cost-effective and beneficial to your telescope setup.

The 11 lb counterweight comes equipped with a sturdy knurled knob that securely locks it onto the counterweight shaft. This particular counterweight is designed for 19mm shafts and is compatible with various Celestron mounts, as outlined below:

• For the Advanced VX Mount: Models 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
• For the Advanced CG-5 Mount: Models 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
• For the CGEM Mount: Models 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
• For the CGEM II Mount: Models 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
• For the CGX Mount: Models 94186, 94189, 94203, 94286
• For the CGX-L Mount: Model 94187
• For the CGE Pro Mount: Model 94187
• For the CGEM DX Mount: Model 94187

This list helps users in selecting the appropriate counterweight for their specific Celestron mount model, ensuring a perfectly balanced and efficient astronomical observing or imaging experience.

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