Counter Weight for Ascension, Paramount, AstroPhysics, Celestron

$345 ~~$575~~ In stock

This counterweight is offered by Cloud Break Optics for use with several telescope mount platforms. The listed options cover Paramount, Ascension 200, and AstroPhysics 1200 mounts in the weights shown below.

Material: 304 stainless steel with a bronze insert.
Includes a custom four-vane knob with a non-marring brass tip.
Available options: Paramount 40 lbs; Ascension 200 and AstroPhysics 1200 40 lbs; Ascension 200 and AstroPhysics 1200 18 lbs.
Brand: Planewave.
Category: Observing Aids.

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Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Chloe G. ★★★★★ Oct 21, 2026

Ordered two of the 10-pound options for my AstroPhysics 1200 and they fit the dovetail slot perfectly, no wobble at all. Took me maybe two minutes to swap one in and rebalance the whole rig for a heavier camera train. Exactly the machining precision I hoped for.

Kevin W. ★★★★★ Oct 20, 2026

Had a bit of trouble balancing my setup before, but this weight slid right on and dialed in perfectly with my AP1200 mount. The machining is clean and the finish feels durable enough to handle regular use.

Violet ★★★★★ Oct 18, 2026

The threading is precise and smooth, fitting my mount perfectly without any wobble. I was pleasantly surprised how well-balanced the scope felt after adding this weight.