{"product_id":"heavy-duty-stainless-steel-telescope-counterweight-9197","title":"Heavy Duty Stainless Steel Telescope Counterweight Rod for Equatorial Mounts, Balance Bar for Astronomy and Astrophotography, M16 Threaded Weight Shaft, 164mm Length, Durable Stabilizer for Precise, Smooth Tracking","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eStainless Steel Telescope Counterweight Rod for Precise Mounts\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ 164mm, 314mm, or 470mm single rod per pack with M16\/M12 threads  \u003cp\u003eThis heavy-duty stainless steel counterweight rod balances optical tubes on equatorial mounts, improving tracking stability for observing and astrophotography. Please refer to our size chart before purchase to confirm compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e✅ Stainless steel construction for durability in demanding observing conditions\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Improves balance and tracking stability on equatorial mounts\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Standard interface supports most telescopes and mounts\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Three length options: 164mm, 314mm, 470mm to fit different tubes\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ 164mm uses M12 thread; 314mm \u0026amp; 470mm use M16 threaded ends\u003cbr\u003e\n✅ Weight variants: approx 393g (164mm), 760g (314mm), 1124g (470mm)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e💡 What is a telescope counterweight rod used for on an equatorial mount? This handy accessory helps balance long optical tubes and improve tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalance long optical tubes for steadier tracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard thread interfaces fit many mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable stainless steel construction resists wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e ✝️\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amazon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48939152015595,"sku":"VXB0GV1ZRW2G","price":57.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/3268\/0683\/files\/41BuzC982-L.jpg?v=1782397952","url":"https:\/\/vxb.com\/products\/heavy-duty-stainless-steel-telescope-counterweight-9197","provider":"VXB Bearings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}