NGC 7293 The Helix Nebula The Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), aka…
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NGC 7293 The Helix Nebula
The Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), aka "The Eye of God," is a planetary nebula located in the constellation Aquarius. It's located approximately 655 light-years from Earth.
At its core lies a hot white dwarf star that pumps out intense ultraviolet radiation, making the surrounding gas glow.
Technical details
Telescope: Celestron 8SE focal reduced to F6.3 (1280mm)
Camera: ASI533MC Pro
Mount: Skywatcher EQ6R Pro
Filter: Askar Color Magic D1 (HaOIII) dual narrowband
Exposures: 24 x 5 minute (guided) = 2hrs
Editing software: Pixinsight with RC Astro Tools
Imaged at North Frontenac Astronomy Park, Canada (Bortle 2)
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The Helix Nebula (NGC 7293), aka "The Eye of God," is a planetary nebula located in the constellation Aquarius. It's located approximately 655 light-years from Earth.
At its core lies a hot white dwarf star that pumps out intense ultraviolet radiation, making the surrounding gas glow.
Technical details
Telescope: Celestron 8SE focal reduced to F6.3 (1280mm)
Camera: ASI533MC Pro
Mount: Skywatcher EQ6R Pro
Filter: Askar Color Magic D1 (HaOIII) dual narrowband
Exposures: 24 x 5 minute (guided) = 2hrs
Editing software: Pixinsight with RC Astro Tools
Imaged at North Frontenac Astronomy Park, Canada (Bortle 2)
#space
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