Sky-Watcher 5 kg Counterweight for EQ6 / HEQ5 / EQ6-R

EQ6 / EQ6-R 5 kg counterweight

This counterweight is the 5 kg EQ6-family unit. Sky-Watcher Japan identifies it for the EQ6-R and states an 18 mm shaft diameter.

Balancing

Place the weight on the correct counterweight shaft and secure it after balancing the complete telescope. The shaft’s retaining stop remains essential during setup and handling.

Model compatibility

The current US manufacturer listing names AZ-EQ5, EQ6 and EQ6-R. This does not establish a universal fit for every mount or a new payload capacity.

Sky-Watcher manufacturer documentation

Sky-Watcher USA counterweight page

Compatibility notes

Manufacturer verifies 5 kg / 18 mm EQ6-R configuration. The store title additionally names HEQ5; this pass does not add an unpublished universal compatibility claim.

Additional specifications