It is part of the vast Cygnus X molecular cloud, situated approximately 4,600 light-years away from our Solar System.
This intriguing nebula resembles a spinning propeller, with opposing arcs of reddish light extending symmetrically from a common center.
Its unusual appearance has earned it nicknames like the Garden Sprinkler Nebula.
While challenging to observe visually due to its red emissions, astrophotographers have captured its beauty through long integration times.
With an impressive integration time of 96 hours at f3.3, the propeller shape within the nebula appears more diffuse compared to the surrounding regions. However, this extended deep capture reveals new intricate details around this renowned celestial feature.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Takahashi Epsilon-160ED
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294M Pro
Mounts
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro
Filters
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm · Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm · Baader H-alpha 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm · Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm · Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm · Baader S-II 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro FocusCube2 · Pegasus Astro Powerbox Advance Gen2 · QHYCCD QHYCFW3-M-US · TS-Optics Off-axis guider 9mm (TSOAG9G2) ×
Software
Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
July 12, 2023
Aug. 11, 2023
Aug. 20, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023
Nov. 6 – 7, 2023
Frames:
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader H-alpha 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 180×600″(30h)
Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 180×600″(30h)
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader S-II 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 180×600″(30h)
Integration:
96h
Avg. Moon age:
21.33 days
Avg. Moon phase:
22.53%
RA center: 20h16m20s.97
DEC center: +43°42′51″.3
Pixel scale: 2.694 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -4.006 degrees
Field radius: 1.239 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2748×1845
File size: 8.2 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
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