This newly designed 5kg (11lb) counterweight (CW) uses compression ring to lock the CW onto a CW shaft. Comparing to traditional "point contact" locking mechanism via a locking screw and a pin, the compression ring provides more secure locking method through distributed surface contact.
This CW is designed for following iOptron Mount:
CEM70/CEM70EC/CEM70G
CEM60/CEM60EC
GEM45/GEM45EC/GEM45G
CEM40/CEM40EC/CEM40G* (for late version with 28mm CW shaft)
iEQ45 Pro
iEQ45
It can be used for other mount with a 28mm diameter counterweight shaft.
Magnifier with interchangeable lenses installed in either a flexible holder or a handle. LED illumination. Third hand clamps. Soldering iron holder. Magnification: 2/5/16x
Features:
Several tools in one
Three interchangeable lenses
Third hand holder and a soldering iron holder
Variable lens location: in a flexible holder or handle
Built-in LED illumination
Six LED lights in a holder, two LED lights in the handle
Strong, steady and easy to setup absolutely worth the price.
Low guiding error even at near payload capacity (4.5kg).
Easy polar alignment using fine adjustment knobs.
Low payload capacity suitable with small refractors best for traveling.
With payload near capacity, weight management is essential because the counterweights included almost can not balance the kit.