M51_Whirlpool Galaxy_13-Feb-24 v1crop

Target: M51 Whirlpool Galaxy This galaxy is interacting with another galaxy labeled NGC5195.

It is located in the constellation of Canes Venarici at about 32 million ly away.

Gear:

Mount: ZWO AM5

Main Cam: ZWO ASI294MC Pro @ gain 121 and 14F

Guide Cam: ZWO ASI120MM Mini with ZWO 30mm f/4 scope

Telescope: Askar 103APO w/ 1.0x flattener - 700mm f/6.8

Filter: Baader Moon and Skyglow Broadband light pollution

 

Acquisition:

Light frames: 81 3 minute subs for 4:03 integration

Sessions: 13-Feb-2024

Moon: below horizon

Location: Houston Suburban back yard, Bortle 8?

Done