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Mount Accessories

A mount rarely arrives complete. Polar alignment needs a scope or a camera, balance needs the right counterweights and extension bars, meridian clearance often needs a pier extension, and the whole thing needs power that survives a cold night. David Astro carries mount accessories in Canada — polar scopes, counterweights, wedges, pier extensions, hand controller brackets, cable management and power distribution — stocked in Canada and shipped worldwide.

These are the parts that turn a working mount into a well-behaved one. Tell us your mount model and what is bothering you about your setup and we will point at the accessory that fixes it.

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QHYCCD PoleMaster

QHY-100061

Achieves polar alignment accuracy of up to 30 arc seconds Wide 11° x 8° field of view makes finding Polaris simple High-sensitivity sensor detects...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter

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Enables secure mounting of the QHYCCD PoleMaster to your equatorial mount Custom-designed for specific mount models from Celestron, Sky-Watcher, i...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Takahashi NJP Mount

QHY-020048

Custom-designed for the Takahashi NJP mount Enables use of the QHY PoleMaster Electronic Polar Scope Provides a secure, stable connection for accu...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen GP-N Mount

QHY-020041

Connects QHYCCD PoleMaster to Vixen GP-N Mounts Enables Polar Alignment to 30 Arc Second Accuracy Wide 11° x 8° Field of View Simplifies Finding P...

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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx SX4/SXD/SXW/SX2/SXD2 Mounts
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QHYCCD PoleMaster Adapter for Vixen Sphinx SX4/SXD/SXW/SX2/SXD2 Mounts

QHY-020040

Adapts QHY PoleMaster to select Vixen Sphinx mounts Compatible with SX4, SXD, SXW, SX2, and SXD2 models Enables high-precision electronic polar al...

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Seestar TH10 3/8" Screw Quick Release Plate

SS-QRP6038

Designed for Seestar S50 Pro and TH10 Tripod Features a heavy-duty 3/8" mounting screw Improves stability for equatorial mode tracking Includes qu...

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Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Counterweight

SW-S30201
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Adds 7.5 lb (3.4 kg) of balancing capacity Fits the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 and EQ6 mounts Fits the standard 18 mm diameter counterweight shaft Locks o...

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Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 Polar Scope

SW-S30203

Designed for the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ5 (GT) Mount Northern Hemisphere Reticle with Circles for 2012, 2020, and 2032 Southern Hemisphere Reticle with ...

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Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 Counterweight

SW-S30301

11 lb (5 kg) Counterweight Designed for the Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 Mount Enables Balancing of Heavier Telescope Payloads Durable, High-Quality Finish ...

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Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Counterweights

SW-S30101

11 lbs (5 kg) Counterweight Compatible with Sky-Watcher EQ6-R, EQ6, and HEQ5 Mounts Large Locking Knob for Secure Attachment Durable, High-Quality...

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Sky-Watcher EQ8-R Series 22 pound counterweight

SW-S30610
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Weight: 22 lbs Compatible Mounts: Sky-Watcher EQ8-R, EQ8-Rh, CQ350 Pro Purpose: Precision balancing for heavy payloads Application: Astrophotograp...

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Sky-Watcher EQ8-R Series Polar Scope

SW-S30615

Dedicated polar scope for Sky-Watcher EQ8-R and EQ8-Rh mounts Etched reticle for Northern and Southern Hemisphere alignment Multi-coated optics wi...

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Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer Counterweight Kit

SW-S20540

Enables balancing of heavier camera and lens combinations Improves tracking accuracy for longer exposures Essential for mounting small telescopes ...

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Sky-Watcher Star Adventurer Dec Bracket

SW-S20560

Adds a declination axis for fine adjustments Enables precise framing with telephoto lenses Improves accuracy of polar alignment Mounts directly to...

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Sky-Watcher SynScan GPS Module

SW-S30104

Automatically inputs GPS data: time, date, and location Compatible with all Sky-Watcher SynScan hand controllers Accelerates mount alignment...

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Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter
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Sky-Watcher SynScan USB Adapter

SW-S30107

Converts a Sky-Watcher GoTo mount's serial connection to a USB-B port USB 2.0 connection to your PC Controls the mount directly, without the hand ...

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Sky-Watcher SynScan Wifi Adapter

SW-S30103

Enables full wireless control of all Sky-Watcher GoTo mounts Operated via the free SynScan Pro app for iOS and Android Replaces the traditional ha...

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Sky-Watcher V5 Synscan Handbox Controller

SW-S30106
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GoTo Navigation: Access a database of over 42,000 celestial objects. Native PC Connectivity: Features a built-in USB-B 2.0 port for direct compu...

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Sky-Watcher Wave Counterweight Kit

SW-S30914

Boosts Wave 100i Payload to 33 lb (15 kg) Boosts Wave 150i Payload to 55 lb (25 kg) Includes 11 lb (5 kg) Stainless Steel Counterweight Includes 1...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount ME/ME II Counterweight Shaft

SB10235

The Standard Counterweight Shaft that is included with all original Paramount ME mounts.Specifications Length: 46 cm (18 in.) Diameter: 3.8 cm (1.5...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MX+/MYT Counterweight Shaft Extension

SB10102

Extends counterweight shaft by 12 inches Adds capacity for up to 2 additional counterweights Designed for 1.5" diameter Paramount shafts Compatibl...

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Software Bisque 1.5" Paramount MX/MX+ Counterweight Shaft

SB10270

Official Replacement for Paramount MX and MX+ Mounts 1.5-inch Standard Diameter Weighs 9 lbs Ensures Secure Balancing of Heavy Payloads Descrip...

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Software Bisque 1.875" Paramount ME II Counterweight Shaft Extension

SB10256

Extends the Paramount ME II's 1.875" counterweight shaft Adds 12 inches of usable length for additional counterweights Weighs 7 lbs, contributing ...

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Software Bisque Paramount and MKS 5000 Hand Paddle/Joystick

SB10228

Replacement joystick for Paramount mounts Native compatibility with MKS 5000 and MKS 6000 controllers Backward compatible with MKS 4000 systems wi...

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What Actually Improves a Mount in Use

Most mount complaints resolve to one of four things: alignment accuracy, balance, clearance or power stability. Each has a specific accessory answer.

  • Polar scopes and alignment aids: Illuminated reticles and electronic polar alignment cameras that reduce alignment from a lengthy drift procedure to a few minutes.
  • Counterweights and extension bars: Correct balance reduces motor load and improves guiding; an extension bar lets a short heavy tube be balanced with less total weight.
  • Pier extensions: Raise the mount head so a long tube clears the tripod legs at the meridian, which is the fix for the most common and most annoying mechanical collision.
  • Equatorial wedges: Convert an alt-azimuth fork mount to equatorial tracking, eliminating field rotation for imaging.
  • Cable management: Clips, wraps and routing hardware that prevent the snag which ends an unattended session at 2 a.m.
  • Power supplies and distribution: Regulated supplies sized for cold-weather draw, since voltage sag is a frequent cause of stalls and tracking faults.

Why Choose David Astro for Mount Accessories

Accessory choice here is entirely mount-specific, so identification matters more than selection.

  • Model-specific fitment: Counterweight shaft diameters, pier extension bolt patterns and wedge mounting all vary by mount, and we confirm the match before shipping.
  • Meridian clearance calculated: Give us your tube length and tripod height and we will work out whether you need an extension and how much.
  • Cold-weather power sizing: We size supplies for the current your mount draws when the grease is stiff at minus 25, not for the specification at room temperature.
  • Authorized dealer: Genuine accessories with full manufacturer warranty, in stock, with fast shipping across Canada and worldwide.
  • Domestic shipping: Heavy items like counterweights ship from Canada without duties or brokerage fees.

Mount Accessories in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a pier extension?
If your telescope strikes a tripod leg when crossing the meridian, or you cannot reach targets near the pole, yes. Send us your tube length and mount model and we will calculate the required height.
What counterweight do I need?
Enough to balance your payload at a sensible position on the shaft — roughly two thirds out, not at the very end. Shaft diameter is mount-specific, so tell us the model rather than the weight alone.
Is an electronic polar alignment camera worth it?
For imaging, usually yes. It reaches better accuracy than a polar scope in a fraction of the time and works when Polaris is obscured, which matters from urban backyards.
Why does my mount stall in the cold?
Most often voltage sag under load rather than a mechanical fault. Cold thickens lubricant, current draw rises, and an undersized supply or a long thin cable drops voltage below the mount's tolerance.

Finishing your mount setup?

Tell us your mount model and what is giving you trouble. We will specify the fix. Full warranty, shipped from Canada.