Hello everyone,
I am currently using my AZ-EQ5 with a 20 cm pier extension in combination with a Skywatcher 200 PDS. The mount came with 2x 3.5 kg counterweights from a second-hand purchase, which I have to place relatively far from the center.
My imaging setup weighs around 10.5 - 11 kg. So, I need an additional counterweight.
Would you recommend another 3.5 kg counterweight (10.5 kg total) or a 5.1 kg counterweight (12.1 kg total)?
Thanks in advance & clear skies,
Johannes
Counterweight combination for AZ-EQ5
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rapture91
, Sep 12 2024 02:48 AM
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