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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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Software Bisque Paramount ME Base Mounting Knob

SB10231

Direct OEM replacement for the Paramount ME mount Secures the mount head to a pier or tripod Replaces a lost or damaged original knob Weight: 1 lb...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Homing Sensor Cable - 24"

SB10191

Direct replacement for the Paramount ME homing sensor Compatible with both MKS 4000 and MKS 5000 control systems Complete assembly includes integr...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II 1.875" Bore 30 lb Counterweight

SB10255

Nominal Weight: 30 lbs Bore Diameter: 1.875 inches Compatibility: Paramount ME II Counterweight Shaft Material: Solid Stainless Steel Descripti...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II 1.875" Bore 40 lb Counterweight

SB10293

43 lbs Counterweight 12 × 12 × 6 inch Dimensions Optimized for Paramount ME II Mounts Minimizes Number of Required Weights Description FAQ Spec...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II Versa-Plate Brass Plunger

SB10284

OEM Replacement Part For Paramount ME II Versa-Plate Single Unit (Quantity 1) Brass Construction Description FAQ Specifications In the Box Warr...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/ME Base Mounting Knob

SB10291

Direct OEM replacement for Paramount ME and ME II mounts Ensures secure, factory-spec attachment of the mount head Large, ergonomic design for too...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME II/MX/MX+/MYT Homing Sensor Cable

SB10297

Official Software Bisque replacement part Compatible with Paramount ME II, MX, MX+, and MYT mounts Restores mount homing sensor functionality Weig...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME Precision Bubble Level

SB10107

Precision bubble level for Paramount ME Designed for portable field setups Accuracy to approximately one arcminute Ensures optimal GoTo and tracki...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MX+/MYT 1.5" Bore 20 lb Counterweight

SB10106

Adds 22 lbs of counterweight 1.5" (3.81 cm) center bore Compatible with Paramount ME, ME II*, MX, MX+, and MYT mounts Stainless steel construction...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/ME II/MX/MYT 1.5" Bore 10 lb Counterweight

SB10274

10 lb (4.5 kg) Counterweight 1.5-inch (3.81 cm) Bore Diameter Compatible with Paramount MYT, MX+, ME, and MX Stainless Steel Construction +/- 5% W...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+/MYT Counterweight Knob

SB10198

Official Software Bisque Replacement Part Compatible with Paramount ME/MEII/MX/MX+/MYT Mounts Weight: 3 lbs Ergonomic Design for Secure Grip De...

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Software Bisque Paramount ME/MX/MYT Counterweight Shaft Safety Knob

SB10230

Official Software Bisque Replacement Part Compatible with Paramount ME, MX, and MYT Mounts Prevents Counterweights from Sliding Off Shaft Precisio...

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Software Bisque Paramount MEII Counterweight Shaft Safety Knob

SB10292

Official replacement part for the Software Bisque Paramount ME II mount Prevents counterweights from accidentally sliding off the shaft Constructe...

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Software Bisque Paramount MEII DEC Axis to Versa-Plate Spacer

SB10280

Creates clearance for custom through-the-mount cables Designed specifically for the Paramount ME II mount Weight: 7 lbs Dimensions: 12 × 12 × 6 in...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MX+ Versa-Plate Brass Plunger

SB10226

Official OEM replacement knob for the Paramount MX/MX+ Versa-Plate Single (1) quantity brass plunger Ensures secure locking of telescope dovetails...

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Software Bisque Paramount MX/MYT Base Mounting Knob

SB10236

Direct Replacement for Paramount MX, MX+, and MYT Mounts Single OEM Replacement Knob Ensures Secure Mount-to-Pier Connection Weight: 3 lbs Desc...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT DEX Axis to Versa-Plate Spacer

SB10329

Adds 2 inches of height for cable clearance Designed for the Paramount MYT declination axis Solves cable routing issues with the Versa-Plate Solid...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT Versa-Plate Brass Plunger

SB10299

Official Software Bisque replacement part For the Paramount MYT Versa-Plate Secures telescope dovetail plates Quantity: One (1) knob per package ...

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Software Bisque Paramount MYT/MX+ Polemaster Adaptor

SB10310

Enables use of QHYCCD PoleMaster on Paramount MYT/MX+ Solid, rigid connection for precise polar alignment Weight: 3 lbs Dimensions: 4.5 × 12 × 4 i...

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Software Bisque Pyramid Portable Pier Clamp Knob

SB10411

Official Software Bisque Replacement Part For Pyramid Portable Pier Weight: 3 lbs Dimensions: 4.5 × 12 × 4 in Description FAQ Specifications In...

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Software Bisque WiSky MKS 5000 Wi-Fi Control

SB10273

Make your Paramount with MKS5000 control system wireless!WiSky(tm) allows TheSkyX Pro or TheSky for iOS to wirelessly control your Paramount ME II,...

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SVBONY SV211 203mm Saddle Handle Bar
SVBONY SV211 203mm Saddle Handle Bar
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SVBONY SV211 203mm Saddle Handle Bar

SV-W9163B

203mm Length 161.5g / 5.7oz Net Weight Machined 6061T Aluminum Construction Direct Fit for SVBONY SV503 102mm & SV550 122mm OTAs Integrated Vi...

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Tele Vue DSC - Computer Azimuth Spacers for 5 Head 1
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Tele Vue DSC - Computer Azimuth Spacers for 5 Head

TV-STS-5002

Enables Encoder Installation on Gibraltar HD5 Mounts Provides Necessary Clearance for Azimuth Encoder Cover Precision-Machined for a Perfect Fit R...

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Tele Vue Eyepiece Caddy Set 1
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Tele Vue Eyepiece Caddy Set

TV-TEC-1018

Holds three 1.25" and two 2" eyepieces 2" holes have removable 1.25" inserts Attaches with thumb screws to the yoke arms of all Tele Vue mount hea...

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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.