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Counterweight kit with bar and weight for SkyTracker Pro mount

iOptron

iOptron SkyTracker Pro Counterweight Kit

SKU CH-3F8V-531HW

Counterweight kit adds stability and balancing capacity to SkyTracker Pro mounts for sharper astrophotography

  • Enhanced stability for clearer long-exposure images with a solid foundation
  • Increased weight capacity supports heavier camera and lens combinations
  • Precise adjustability enables accurate balancing for optimal tracking performance
  • Portable design keeps the SkyTracker Pro setup easy to transport
  • Compatible with both SkyTracker Pro and original SkyTracker mounts

Essential Balance for SkyTracker Pro

The iOptron SkyTracker Pro Counterweight Kit adds a dedicated counterweight bar and matching weight to the SkyTracker Pro camera mount. It is built for astrophotographers who need to offset heavier camera and lens combinations during long-exposure imaging. The kit integrates directly with the mount to improve stability and reduce motor strain.

Upgrade from Unbalanced Loads

This kit replaces the practice of operating the SkyTracker Pro without a counterweight when using heavier optics. The jump is worth it whenever the payload exceeds the mount’s comfortable balance point, as unbalanced setups introduce vibration and tracking errors that blur stars in long exposures. It also fits the original SkyTracker mount for owners of that earlier model.

Simple Bar-and-Weight Installation

Installation consists of sliding the counterweight bar into the mount’s designated receptacle and securing the supplied weight at the required position along the bar. The only common issue is finding the exact balance point for a specific camera-lens combination; users should adjust the weight position incrementally and re-check balance after any gear change.

Highlights

  • Enhanced stability for clearer long-exposure images with a solid foundation
  • Increased weight capacity supports heavier camera and lens combinations
  • Precise adjustability enables accurate balancing for optimal tracking performance
  • Portable design keeps the SkyTracker Pro setup easy to transport
  • Compatible with both SkyTracker Pro and original SkyTracker mounts

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

How does the counterweight bar attach to the SkyTracker Pro mount?

The bar is engineered to integrate directly with the SkyTracker Pro and original SkyTracker mounts, sliding into the mount's counterweight shaft and securing with the provided locking hardware.

What is the correct order for balancing the mount with this kit?

Mount the camera and lens first, then slide the counterweight onto the bar and adjust its position until the assembly remains level when the clutch is released, before tightening the lock knob.

Will the counterweight bar or weight corrode after repeated outdoor use?

The kit uses robust construction materials designed for field conditions; wiping moisture off the bar and weight after each session prevents surface oxidation on the metal components.

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