Properly balance heavier observation rigs on your G-11 or HGM 200 mount with Losmandy's DVDWS 2.5 lb Counterweight System. The base is compatible with their larger D-series and smaller V-series plates and comes outfitted with a 2" long threaded rod that matches the threads on the 2.5 lb weight's bore-hole, allowing you to precisely balance the load by turning the weight one way, or the other.

For G-11 & HGM 200 Mounts    Fits V and D-Series Dovetail Plates    Enables Proper Balancing of Heavy Gear    Threaded 2.5 lb Counterweight    2" Threaded Stainless Steel Rod

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. The title says 11" but the drawing shows 7". Which is it?

A: It will be corrected The B&H and the manufacture product code indicate an 11" plate

Q: 2. Does this clamp fit the orange rail on a Celestron C8 OTA ?

A: The Losmandy DVWS 2.5 lb Counterweight System (BH # LODVWS) is designed specifically for Losmandy's larger D-series and smaller V-series plates. It would be purely coincidental if there is compatibility with Celestron mounts.

Q: 3. Does a Vixen style dovetail fit in this saddle plate?

A: Yes, the Losmandy Dovetail Saddle Plate for GM-8 & Takahashi Mounts accepts the standard large Losmandy D-series and the smaller V-series (Vixen-style) dovetail plates.

Q: 4. What is needed to attach this to the bottom of the Tilta V-Mount battery plate on the Tilta Float?

A: The easiest way to attach the counterweights is to buy a NATO clamp, attach it to the bottom of the float where the tripod would go and then attach this pendulum.

Q: 5. Is this counterweight compatible withe the CEM70G shaft? Thanks.

A: The iOptron 5.5 lb Counterweight for iEQ45/CEM60 EQ Mounts BH #IO802705 • MFR #8027-05 has a 1.1" hole and should work on the CEM70G shaft.

Q: 6. Will this work with a Star Guider Pro mount?

A: No, I am sorry. iOptron recommends for their SkyGuider Pro EQ Camera Mount iOptron 3-Pound Counterweight BH #IO8605 • MFR #8605.

Q: 7. Will this clamp to the Dovetail of a EdgeHD 1400?

A: The Losmandy Dovetail Saddle Plate for GM-8 & Takahashi Mounts BH #LOGM8SPDV • MFR #GM-8 SPDV is a receiver for standard large Losmandy D-series and the smaller V-series (Vixen-style) dovetail plate. It is designed to fit GM-8 and Takahashi equatorial mounts. Refer to the second picture on the B&H website. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1279959-REG/losmandy_gm_8_spdv_gm_8_saddle_plate_for.html

Q: 8. What are the bolt dimensions [bolt shaft diameter and bolt head diameter] for the two outside mounting bolt holes?

A: The Dimensions are 1/4-20 x 7/8 pass through.

Q: 9. What is the bore diameter?

A: The Vixen Optics 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) SX Counterweight - (White), has a 20.2 mm (0.80”) bore diameter, that widens to 24.3 mm (0.95”) on the bottom half.

Q: 10. What is the manufacture date for this G11, and does it include Gemini-2 "Mini" goto controller?

A: We have the latest version with the Mini controller.