{"product_id":"telescope-counterweight-rod-for-equatorial-mount-i","title":"Telescope Counterweight Rod For Equatorial Mount In Stainless Steel With Threaded Balance Bar 164mm M12 Rock Solid Build For Precise Balance And Smooth Astronomy Tracking","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e164mm Stainless Steel Telescope Counterweight Rod with M12\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ 164mm long, 20mm dia stainless steel rod with M12 thread; single piece \u003cp\u003eThis stainless steel telescope counterweight rod is designed to balance optical tubes on equatorial mounts, helping smooth tracking and steadier viewing in both casual sky-watches and astrophotography setups.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e✅ Length options: 164mm \/ 314mm \/ 470mm; 20mm diameter; stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e✅ Thread options: 164mm = M12; 314mm \u0026amp; 470mm = M16\u003cbr\u003e✅ Weight: approx 393g \/ 760g \/ 1124g depending on length\u003cbr\u003e✅ Package: 1 x Hammer Rod per package\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e💡 What is a telescope counterweight rod used for on an equatorial mount and how can it improve your observing setup? This handy accessory helps balance the optical tube and accessories for steadier tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n- Balanced load reduces wobble\n- Improves tracking stability for longer exposures\n- Works with standard mounts using M12 or M16 threads\n✝️\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Amazon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48939156504811,"sku":"VXB0H26CRVDC","price":61.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/3268\/0683\/files\/41-Foxh0MBL.jpg?v=1782398216","url":"https:\/\/vxb.com\/products\/telescope-counterweight-rod-for-equatorial-mount-i","provider":"VXB Bearings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}