Counterweight System
AssemblyBalance shaft with sliding counterweight rings to equalize telescope moment of inertia. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Counterweight System
3 top-level lines as of r58803| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Counterweight Rod | equatorial-mount-counterweight-shaft-rod | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 2 | Counterweight Ring | equatorial-mount-counterweight-rings | 2× | 2 | · | part |
| 3 | Balance Clamp | equatorial-mount-balance-clamp | 1× | 1 | · | part |