{"product_id":"baader-planetarium-mounting-block-for-m14-balancing-shaft-straight-for-planewave-cdks","title":"Baader Planetarium Mounting Block for M14 Balancing Shaft, straight – for PlaneWave CDKs","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting block for M14 balancing shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight-through, non-angled design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered specifically for PlaneWave CDK telescopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent part for Baader Set #2951450\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eMounting Block for M14 Balancing Shaft, straight – for PlaneWave CDKs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eThe Baader Mounting Block for M14 Balancing Shaft establishes a secure, straight attachment point for counterweight systems on PlaneWave CDK telescopes. This component is essential for achieving precise balance with heavy imaging trains and is a direct replacement for the part included in the Baader Leveling Counterweight Bar Set (#2951450).\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3\u003ePurpose-Built Balancing for PlaneWave CDK Telescopes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003ePlaneWave CDK telescopes often carry substantial imaging payloads that can shift the instrument's center of gravity. This straight mounting block is the critical interface for attaching an M14 counterweight shaft, allowing you to precisely offset the weight of cameras, filter wheels, and other accessories. By establishing a stable and correctly aligned foundation for your balancing system, you mitigate strain on the mount's drive gears and ensure smoother, more accurate tracking for critical imaging applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the primary function of this Baader Mounting Block for PlaneWave CDKs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis block serves as the secure attachment point for an M14 counterweight bar on a PlaneWave CDK telescope. Its purpose is to create a solid foundation for a balancing system needed to counteract the weight of heavy cameras, filter wheels, or other accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs this Mounting Block sold as a standalone item?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, this mounting block is available as an individual component for custom setups or as a direct replacement part. It is also included as a component within the complete \u003cstrong\u003eBaader Leveling Counterweight Bar Set (#2951450)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eMy PlaneWave CDK is out of balance with my new camera. Is this the part I need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis mounting block is the starting point. To fully balance your PlaneWave CDK, you will need this block in addition to an \u003cstrong\u003eM14 balancing shaft\u003c\/strong\u003e and the appropriate \u003cstrong\u003ecounterweights\u003c\/strong\u003e to offset your specific imaging payload.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill this Baader Mounting Block fit telescopes other than PlaneWave CDKs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis component is specifically designed and machined for the mounting points and mechanical tolerances of PlaneWave CDK optical tubes. Compatibility with other telescope brands or models is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy would I choose this \"straight\" mounting block for my PlaneWave CDK?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe straight configuration is designed for applications where the counterweight shaft must extend directly away from the mounting surface without any offset or angle. This is often determined by the specific clearance requirements of your telescope OTA, mount, and imaging train configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n    \u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat other parts are required to use this mounting block?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is the mounting block only. A complete system requires an M14-threaded balancing shaft and one or more counterweights, which must be sourced separately or as part of a complete kit like the Baader Set #2951450.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight (kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScrew Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 1\/4\"- 20G UNC, 30mm long\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanewave\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable to\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlaneWave Instruments CDKs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n  \u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n    \n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/baader-planetarium-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaader Planetarium 2-Year Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Baader Planetarium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52913238573341,"sku":"BAA-2451549","price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/BaaderPlanetarium-Mounting-Block-for-M14-Balancing-Shaft-straight-for-PlaneWave-CDKs-1_d897be06-27ee-4ef3-8068-40d0192a3cfc.jpg?v=1789088586","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/products\/baader-planetarium-mounting-block-for-m14-balancing-shaft-straight-for-planewave-cdks","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}