Celestron Counterweight 22lb For 32MM Shaft, CGE Pro (94187)
$179.95
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Celestron Counterweight 22lb For 32MM Shaft, CGE Pro (94187)
$179.95
17 LB Weight
Balances Heavy Telescope Payloads
Secure Lock
Knurled Knob Tightening Screw
19mm Shaft
Fits Standard 0.75 Inch Shafts
Equatorial Payload BalanceOptimize Performance and Precision Tracking
The Celestron Counterweight, 17 lbs for 19MM Shaft provides necessary balance for heavy optical tube assemblies and imaging gear. Adding this official telescope counterweight prevents payload imbalance, protecting motor gears and maintaining accurate tracking during astrophotography sessions.
Precision Telescope BalancingProtect Your Equatorial Mount Gear Train
Proper equatorial balance is critical for protecting telescope drive systems and ensuring pinpoint tracking accuracy during visual observation or long-exposure deep-sky astrophotography. The Celestron Counterweight, 17 lbs for 19MM Shaft (Model 94189) is specifically engineered to offset heavy optical tube assemblies (OTAs), cameras, guide scopes, and heavy visual accessories on popular equatorial mounts such as the Celestron Advanced VX, CG-5, CGEM, CGEM II, and CGX. Operating an unbalanced setup places severe strain on RA and DEC motor gears, leading to gear backlash, tracking errors, and potential drive damage. Featuring a heavy-duty knurled locking knob, this 17-pound counterweight safely locks into position anywhere along standard 0.75-inch (19mm) counterweight shafts, minimizing rotational inertia and ensuring smooth motor performance.
Technical SpecificationsDimensions and Mount Compatibility
Part Type
Telescope Mount Counterweight
Product Name
Celestron Counterweight 17 lbs
Weight
17 lbs / 7.7 kg
Shaft Hole Diameter
0.75 in / 19 mm
Model Number
94189 (hash)
Compatible Mounts
Advanced VX, CG-5, CGEM, CGEM II, CGX
Lock Mechanism
Knurled lock knob
Primary Purpose
Equatorial mount payload balance
Key Accessory FeaturesEngineered for Mount Protection and Stability
Weight Payload17 lbs counterweight for heavy OTAs
Shaft DiameterDesigned for 0.75-inch (19mm) counterweight shafts (circle)
Lock MechanismSturdy knurled locking knob holds position securely
Compatible MountsFits Celestron Advanced VX, CG-5, CGEM, CGEM II, and CGX
Tracking EfficiencyReduces motor gear strain and inertia for improved tracking
ConstructionDurable heavy-duty painted finish
Frequently Asked QuestionsEverything you need to know
What telescope mounts are compatible with the Celestron Counterweight, 17 lbs for 19MM Shaft?
The Celestron Counterweight, 17 lbs for 19MM Shaft (Model 94189) is compatible with Celestron Advanced VX, CG-5, CGEM, CGEM II, and CGX equatorial mounts that feature a 0.75-inch (19mm) shaft.
Why should I add a Celestron Counterweight, 17 lbs for 19MM Shaft to my telescope mount?
Adding this extra counterweight allows you to balance heavy cameras, finders scopes, or larger optical tubes on your equatorial mount. Proper weight balance prevents damage to motor gears and improves tracking accuracy.
How does the Celestron Counterweight, 17 lbs for 19MM Shaft secure to the counterweight bar?
It features a sturdy, heavy-duty knurled locking knob that tightens directly against the counterweight shaft to hold the weight safely in place without slipping.
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