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Review Summary
2022-04-18T10:50:06
Works as advertised.
RYAN H.
2020-09-11T11:05:30
If you buy the Star adventurer astro pack, you'll want to add this counterweight to your setup! It's very easy to use and makes balancing your rig very simple. Also, when everyone else was out of stock, Adorama came through!
LUKE J.
2019-12-11T17:16:45
A must have for Sky-Watcher pro when putting heavy gear on it.
WILL D.
2019-08-06T10:42:00
fast smooth easy transactions
Lisa D.
2019-02-03T11:21:36
This is designed for the Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer Astro Package and works as its supposed to to. It takes a few minutes to balance the unit with a camera installed but it does balance nicely and keeps the unit steady during operation.
STEVEN G.
2018-12-27T07:54:06
Works great
Howard P.
2018-10-07T15:08:40
If you have a full-frame camera I recommend this counterweight, it helps to counteract the weight of the camera.
Todd P.
2018-09-21T15:31:40
If you balancing a heavy camera and lens on your tripod - help make your movements a bit easier with this counterweight, It is even more critical to use it with a 2 camera mount, or if adding other items.
RICHARD B.
2018-06-26T11:44:17
I purchased the counterweight recently to allow me to use larger lenses with my Sky Watcher star tracker. I recently traveled to Australia, where I used this out in the desert to photography the Milky Way and the Large and Small Megallanic Clouds. If you’re interested in shooting the stars and you have a Sky Watcher star tracker, this is a must-have.
Doug W.
2017-11-13T10:24:41
Gets the job done, but could be sturdier.
Kyle S.
2017-09-24T13:20:14
Hard to find something monumental to say about a stick with a weight on it, It is sturdy and should keep on working longer than any other part of the EQ !
Bruce M.
2017-09-17T09:21:01
I bought the Sky Watcher Adventurer tracker and decided to add the counter weight kit. Glad I did. Takes stress off the tracking motor by balancing the weight.You also need the bracket that this screws into.
Rick C.
Star Adventurer Mount
M8
1.91" (48.6mm) (excluding tightening knob)
Shaft/bore: 0.47" (12mm)
3.04" (77.3mm)
Shaft: 10.03" (255mm) (excluding male thread)
Male thread: 0.35" (9mm)
Counter balance
By RYAN H.
Works as advertised.
Star Adventurer Counterweight Kit
By LUKE J.
If you buy the Star adventurer astro pack, you'll want to add this counterweight to your setup! It's very easy to use and makes balancing your rig very simple. Also, when everyone else was out of stock, Adorama came through!
Just when you thought your astrophotography couldn't get any better, the Star Adventurer Counterweight Kit steps in to enhance your experience. Designed specifically for those who utilize heavier cameras, lenses, or telescopes, this kit is an essential tool for your Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer mount.
The counterweight kit's primary function is to provide a balance to your payload, ensuring smooth tracking and reducing stress on the mount's motor. This balance is crucial when you're aiming to capture the perfect shot of the night sky, as it allows for steadier and more precise movements.
The Star Adventurer Counterweight Kit enables you to maximize the Star Adventurer's payload capacity up to 11lbs. This is particularly beneficial for those using heavy full-frame cameras paired with popular 200, 300, or 400mm lenses.
Please note that the Dec. Bracket is required to utilize the counterweight kit. With this kit, you can optimize your astrophotography setup, ensuring that your equipment performs at its best, even under heavier loads.