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Stainless-steel counterweight shaft, M14 female thread, 5.9 inch length

iOptron

iOptron Cube Counterweight Shaft, M14 Female Thread, 5.9" Length

SKU CH-TAYH-JZEK1

Stainless-steel shaft with M14 female thread adds 5.9 inches of counterweight travel to balance a SmartStar Cube Mount

  • Enhanced stability for clearer views with SmartStar Cube Mount
  • Precise balancing enables smooth, accurate celestial tracking
  • Fluid operation simplifies locating and following objects
  • Durable stainless steel resists corrosion for long-lasting reliability
  • M14 female thread and 5.9-inch length offer versatile integration

Purpose-built counterweight shaft

The iOptron Cube Counterweight Shaft is a dedicated accessory for the SmartStar Cube Mount, designed to improve stability during astronomical observation and imaging. It addresses the need for precise balance when the telescope payload shifts the mount's centre of gravity.

Stainless steel build with M14 female thread

Constructed from corrosion-resistant stainless steel, the 5.9-inch shaft withstands outdoor conditions and repeated handling. The M14 female thread provides a standardised connection point for compatible counterweights, allowing secure attachment without play.

Upgrades an unbalanced SmartStar Cube Mount

This shaft replaces the absent or inadequate counterweight arm that lets vibration and tracking drift degrade views. The improvement is worthwhile when the optical tube assembly is heavy enough to unbalance the mount but light enough that the shaft's length and thread capacity remain sufficient.

Highlights

  • Enhanced stability for clearer views with SmartStar Cube Mount
  • Precise balancing enables smooth, accurate celestial tracking
  • Fluid operation simplifies locating and following objects
  • Durable stainless steel resists corrosion for long-lasting reliability
  • M14 female thread and 5.9-inch length offer versatile integration

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What thread does the iOptron Cube Counterweight Shaft use?

The shaft features an M14 female thread for direct attachment to the SmartStar Cube Mount.

How long is the counterweight shaft?

The shaft measures 5.9 inches in length, providing the necessary leverage for precise telescope balancing.

How do I attach the counterweight shaft to the mount?

Thread the M14 female end securely onto the mount's male stud, then add counterweights and lock them with the set screws before releasing the axis.

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