iOptron Counterweight Shaft For SkyGuider Pro and HAE Mounts

This stainless steel counterweight shaft is designed to restore proper balance and tracking performance for several of iOptron’s most compact and portable equatorial mounts. Whether you're setting up a SkyGuider Pro, SkyHunter, or one of the newer HAE strain wave drive mounts, this 200mm counterweight shaft is the key to counterbalancing your payload for accurate, vibration-free tracking.

Ideal as a replacement or spare, it threads directly into the mount and provides a stable platform for adding compatible counterweights—ensuring that your mount performs at its best, even under heavier imaging loads.

Features at a Glance

• Direct Replacement Shaft for iOptron SkyGuider Pro, SkyHunter, SkyTracker Pro, and HAE-series mounts

• Precision Stainless Steel Construction for corrosion resistance and lasting durability

• 3/8"-16 Threaded Ends for secure attachment to mount and counterweights

• Includes Safety Stop Screw to prevent accidental slippage of weights

• 200mm (7.875") Length for flexible positioning of counterweights

Specifications

• Length: 200mm (7.875")

• Diameter: 20mm (0.79")

• Threading: 3/8"-16 male threads on both ends

• Material: Stainless steel

• Weight: ~1 lb (without counterweights)

• Compatibility: SkyGuider Pro, SkyHunter, SkyTracker Pro, HAE26, HAE29, and similar mounts with threaded counterweight interface

Included

• Counterweight shaft

• Safety screw (pre-installed)

Observing Tip

For best results, always balance your mount both east-west and north-south before powering on the motors. This shaft makes that process smooth and predictable—especially when used with iOptron's matching counterweights. Add only as much weight as necessary to achieve a gentle balance; overloading will reduce tracking accuracy and increase wear on the motors.