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L-500/L-600 Right Ascension Balance Accessory

SKU: L500206 Categories: , Tags: , ,

$940.00

  • Add to the versatility of your L-500/L-600 mount with this external Right Ascension axis balance accessory.
  • Balance of the mount is important for optimal direct drive motor performance and with this accessory users have the ability to fine tune Right Ascension balance.
  • The accessory includes one 2, 5, and 10 lb weights.
  • Please note this balance accessory requires the Right Ascension sliding weight accessory (L500204) to be already installed inside the mount in order to fit the additional weight system.
    • The L500204 is a required product to install with the item L500206 for L-500, L-550, and L-600 Direct Drive Mounts.

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