{"product_id":"farpoint-extra-3-pound-counterweight","title":"Farpoint Extra 3 Pound Counterweight","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd 3 pounds of ballast to your Farpoint weight system as your rig grows.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFarpoint Extra 3 Pound Counterweight\u003c\/strong\u003e is an expansion weight that adds another 3 lb of ballast to your Farpoint Dovetail Weight System. Added a heavier camera, a guide scope, or more glass to the imaging train? Stack on another weight instead of replacing your setup — the system grows with the rig. Each weight measures 4″ in diameter and is machined in the USA. This is the weight only; it mounts on the FDA quick-release saddle and screw included with Weight System 1 or System 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Is This Product Best For?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eastrophotographers and observers who already own a Farpoint Dovetail Weight System\u003c\/strong\u003e and need additional ballast as their payload grows. Not a standalone product — it is the expansion weight for an existing system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose This Product?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrow, don't replace:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add 3 lb at a time as your imaging train gets heavier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExact match:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same 3 lb, 4″ weight that ships with the Dovetail Weight Systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined in the USA with a black powder coat or bright zinc finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpanding a Farpoint Dovetail Weight System 1 or System 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding ballast after upgrading to a heavier camera or guide scope.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-tuning balance on a growing D-size imaging rig.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility and Accessory Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with the \u003cstrong\u003eFarpoint Dovetail Weight System 1 and System 2\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts on the quick-release saddle and screw included with those systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 lb each, 4″ diameter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Limitations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequires an existing Farpoint Dovetail Weight System\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is the weight only; no saddle or screw is included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish (black powder coat or bright zinc) varies by production run and is cosmetic only, so it may not match weights already on your system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a weight system to use this?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. This is the counterweight only and is designed to add onto the Farpoint Dovetail Weight System, which provides the FDA quick-release saddle and mounting screw. If you don't own one yet, start with System 1 or System 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow big is the weight?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach counterweight weighs 3 lb and measures 4″ in diameter — the same weight that ships with the Dovetail Weight Systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the color vary?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeights are finished in either black powder coat or bright zinc plating (shiny silver) depending on the production run. The finish is cosmetic — weight and fit are identical either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Recommendation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Ontario Telescope and Accessories, we recommend the Extra 3 Pound Counterweight for anyone already running a Farpoint Dovetail Weight System who needs more ballast. If you don't have a system yet, start with System 1 or System 2 first — this weight requires the saddle and screw those kits provide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Farpoint","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53297335009391,"sku":"FDW3","price":55.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0049\/6239\/files\/farpoint-FDW3-1.jpg?v=1781720110","url":"https:\/\/ontariotelescope.com\/products\/farpoint-extra-3-pound-counterweight","provider":"Ontario Telescope and Accessories","version":"1.0","type":"link"}