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New full reprocess of this popular object after to be published by me on natural colors palette on January.
This images is a result of a 65 hours of integration time using rgb and narrow band filters.
The Jellyfish Nebula (IC 443) is a supernova remnant located in the constellation Gemini.
It is situated about 5,000 light-years away from Earth and spans across an area of about 50 light-years in diameter.
The nebula got its name because of its tentacle-like structures, which resemble those of a jellyfish.
These structures are formed from the shockwaves created by the explosion of a massive star, which occurred about 30,000 years ago.
The explosion produced a blast wave that is still expanding outward, colliding with the surrounding interstellar gas and dust and creating the striking filamentary structure we see today.
The Jellyfish Nebula emits light across a broad range of wavelengths, from radio waves to X-rays.
The filaments of gas and dust are primarily made up of hydrogen, but also contain other elements such as oxygen and sulfur.
The nebula also contains a pulsar, a highly magnetized, rotating neutron star that emits a beam of electromagnetic radiation.
Observations of the Jellyfish Nebula have provided important insights into the processes that shape and influence the interstellar medium. It is a popular target for astronomers studying supernova remnants and their interactions with the surrounding interstellar material.
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Takahashi Epsilon-160ED
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294 Pro M
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:
Jan. 23, 2022 · Jan. 25, 2022 · Jan. 26, 2022 · Jan. 29, 2022 · Jan. 31, 2022
Frames:
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 115×60″(1h 55′) (gain: 0.00) bin 1×1
Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 115×60″(1h 55′) (gain: 0.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader H-alpha 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 146×600″(24h 20′) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 102×600″(17h) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 115×60″(1h 55′) (gain: 0.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader S-II 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 112×600″(18h 40′) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Integration:
65h 45′
Avg. Moon age:
24.07 days
Avg. Moon phase:
34.69%
RA center: 06h18m11s.78
DEC center: +22°35′04″.9
Pixel scale: 3.557 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.127 degrees
Field radius: 1.239 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Find images in the same area
Resolution: 2082x1398
File size: 5.3 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/wolf-rayet-134-wr-134-v1769-cyg/
This picture required a longer post-processing time due to the limited time integration used.
Tipically, I use over 60 hours of integration, but in this case, the integration time was only about 22 hours (even taken at f3.3).
I am planning to take more frames on narrow band this year to capture additional details.
Nevertheless, this image represents the first version captured during the previous summer.
I hope you like it.
WR 134 is a variable Wolf-Rayet star located around 6,000 light years away from Earth in the constellation of Cygnus, surrounded by a faint bubble nebula blown by the intense radiation and fast wind from the star. It is five times the radius of the sun, but due to a temperature over 63,000 K it is 400,000 times as luminous as the Sun. (credits wikipedia)
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Takahashi Epsilon-160ED
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294 Pro M
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:
May 7, 2022 · May 29, 2022 · June 25, 2022 · July 2, 2022 · July 7, 2022
Frames:
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h) bin 1×1
Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h) (gain: 0.00) bin 1×1
Baader H-alpha 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 40×600″(6h 40′) (gain: 1600.00) bin 1×1
Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 55×600″(9h 10′) (gain: 1600.00) bin 1×1
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h) (gain: 0.00) bin 1×1
Integration:
21h 50′
Avg. Moon age:
14.36 days
Avg. Moon phase:
22.51%
RA center: 20h10m11s.79
DEC center: +36°10′28″.5
Pixel scale: 2.695 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -89.825 degrees
Field radius: 1.239 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 1845x2748
File size: 6.6 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/the-spider-nebula-sh2-234-ic417-in-h...
Located in the constellation of Auriga IC417, or the Spider is an emission nebula approximately 100 light years across.
It is located about 10,000 light years from Earth.
It is a hotbed of new star formation.
This image was obtained using the previous GSO RC10 and the new CFF10, same camera and filters.
I am still on process to finish the collimation of this new equipement, the results are so good so far.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
CFF Telescopes RC250mm F/8 · RC10 (Altair Astro RC250-TT 10" RC Truss Tube) · Teleskop Service TS Photoline 107mm f/6.5 Super-Apo
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI183MM-Cool · QHYCCD QHY268PH M
Mounts
Skywatcher EQ6R Pro · Mesu 200 Mk2
Filters
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro Falcon Rotator · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox v2 · Astrolink 4.0 mini · ZWO EFW · QHYCCD QHYCFW3M-US · MoonLite NiteCrawler WR30 · TALON6 R.O.R · MoonLite CSL 2.5" Focuser with High Res Stepper Motor · Telescope-Service RC 0.8x Corrector Reducer for Ritchey Chretien · Telescope-Service TS 2" Flattener
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Seqence Generator Pro
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
QHYCCD QHYOAG-M · Teleskop Service TSOAG9 Off-Axis Guider
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI174MM Mini · ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Nov. 30, 2021 · Dec. 1, 2021 · Dec. 5, 2021 · Dec. 6, 2021 · Jan. 31, 2022
Frames:
Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 160x120" (5h 20') (gain: 0.00) -5°C bin 1x1
Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 160x120" (5h 20') (gain: 0.00) bin 1x1
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm: 144x600" (24h) (gain: 56.00) -5°C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 120x600" (20h) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 160x120" (5h 20') (gain: 0.00) -5°C bin 1x1
Integration:
60h
Avg. Moon age:
16.82 days
Avg. Moon phase:
8.26%
RA center: 05h28m03s.340
DEC center: +34°24′41″.25
Pixel scale: 0.942 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 179.370 degrees
Field radius: 0.492 degrees
Resolution: 3126x2088
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/elephant-trunk-nebula-ic1396-close-u...
After several months of working, finally the new set up is up and running.
I changed ASI1600 -> QHY268 on RC10 and AS183 -> QHY294 on TS107 and all that involved!! A lot, a lot of effort as you really know
This is the first good image after all that changes, calibrations and preparations.
It's a classic, super-photographed target, really good to compare with previous results, like this from 2017:
4 years it's a lot of time to learn more PIX techniques, upgrade the telescope, filters and cameras and of course, change the palette that I am using.
I prefer this framing and thanks to all that experience, hardware changes and more than 67 hours of integration, it's more detailed and more deep.
It's amazing how this kind of small details appear
I hope you like it, more images on the pipeline!!
astro.carballada.com/simeis-147-spaghetti-nebula-rgb-ha/
This is the real First light with this new rig:
An Openastrotech mount with Canon 200 2.8 lens and ASI1600MM-C.
With new Baader Planetarium Ha 6.5nm CMOS-optimized.
I would like to do many things, add Sii and Oiii data and with this FOV a lot of new objects are on the list....
It's really interesting how much signal could be captured only with 10 hours of integration time (f/3.5!!)
This nebula, also called Sh2-240 is about 3.000 light years away and it was discovered in 1952.
It's a really big object, in the next picture you could see a simulation if you shoot the moon with this equipment.
astro.carballada.com/simeis-147-spaghetti-nebula-rgb-ha/
I am really excited searching the next target!!
Always I planned to adquiere as much data as possible of the center of this object.
Now after 80 hours of integration time I am really happy with the results.
A lot of details on LBN673 and a powerful Dobashi 3919 just on the center.
All these details belong to the main object Sh2-199 called Soul Nebula, mainly is a large emission nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia approximately 7,500 light years distance.
My main project is to add more teselas to this mosaic, I will continue next year...
Technical card
Imaging telescopes or lenses: Teleskop Service TS Photoline 107mm f/6.5 Super-Apo · Altair Astro RC250-TT 10" RC Truss Tube
Imaging cameras: ZWO ASI183MM-Cool · ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts: Skywatcher EQ6R Pro · Mesu 200 Mk2
Guiding telescopes or lenses: Celestron OAG Deluxe · Teleskop Service TSOAG9 Off-Axis Guider
Guiding cameras: ZWO ASI174 Mini · ZWO ASI290 Mini
Focal reducers: Riccardi Reducer/Flattener 0.75x · Telescope-Service TS 2" Flattener
Software: Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Seqence Generator Pro
Filters: Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon S-II 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon L Gen.2 E-series 36mm
Accessory: Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox v2 · Pegasus Astro Falcon Rotator · ZWO EFW · Astrolink 4.0 mini · MoonLite NiteCrawler WR30 · TALON6 R.O.R · MoonLite CSL 2.5" Focuser with High Res Stepper Motor
Dates:Nov. 19, 2020 , Nov. 21, 2020 , Nov. 22, 2020 , Dec. 9, 2020 , Dec. 10, 2020 , Dec. 11, 2020
Frames:
Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 150x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 150x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm: 282x600" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 94x600" (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 150x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon S-II 36mm - 5nm: 94x600" (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration: 82.1 hours
Avg. Moon age: 15.59 days
Avg. Moon phase: 31.65%
Astrometry.net job: 4194313
RA center: 0h 3' 14"
DEC center: +67° 16' 4"
Pixel scale: 0.789 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.709 degrees
Field radius: 0.408 degrees
Resolution: 2328x1760
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/sh2-224-in-natural-colors/
Finally a really first light of this new Takahashi Epsilon-160ED
I am so excited!!! This scope is good!!! really fast at f/3.3 with 530mm.
Usually I take bigger integration time (around 70 hours), at this speed I spend 'only' 28hours, half of the regular time to obtain these nice results.
Also, this scope fits really well with the modern CMOS camera with such small pixels.
Description from waid-observatory.com :
Sh2-224 is a very faint supernova remnant located approximately 14,700 lightyears distant in the constellation Auriga. This unusual celestial object is also designated VRO 42.05.01 and has been the object of considerable research using both ground based and space based telescopes including the ROSAT and the Dominion Radio Astronomy Observatory. The nebula created by the supernova explosion is composed of two visual parts. It is postulated the supernova explosion created a bubble like structure. (Visible in the 'lower right' of the image.) As the shockwave from the explosion progressed into a very low density region of the interstellar medium, a "wing" component was expelled. (Visible in the 'upper left' right of the image.)
Supernova explosions are the end stage of the natural life cycle of very large stars. Such events are responsible for the distribution of heavy elements into the interstellar medium where they are incorporated in the birth of new star systems. Without this phenomenon, planets, such as the Earth along with life as we know it, would not be possible.
Acquisition details
Dates:
Dec. 31, 2021 · Jan. 3, 2022 · Jan. 4, 2022 · Jan. 5, 2022 · Jan. 7, 2022
Frames:
Baader Planetarium Green 36mm CMOS-optimized: 110x60" (1h 50') (gain: 0.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Ha 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized: 70x600" (11h 40') (gain: 1600.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Oiii 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized: 70x600" (11h 40') (gain: 1600.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Red 36mm CMOS-optimized: 110x60" (1h 50') (gain: 0.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetariun Blue 36mm CMOS-optimized: 110x60" (1h 50') (gain: 0.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration:
28h 50'
Avg. Moon age:
7.60 days
Avg. Moon phase:
10.12%
RA center: 05h26m31s.14
DEC center: +42°56′14″.9
Pixel scale: 2.371 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -90.161 degrees
Field radius: 1.238 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
More info:Open
Resolution: 2096x3123
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Finally I take enough data to process this object like I want.
Like my last previous works I try to obtain the maximum detail with a very long integration, more than 73 hours this time.
It was processed using the natural palette, assigning Sii to an ultrared tone.
Technical card
Imaging telescopes or lenses: Teleskop Service TS Photoline 107mm f/6.5 Super-Apo · Altair Astro RC250-TT 10" RC Truss Tube
Imaging cameras: ZWO ASI183MM-Cool · ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts: Skywatcher EQ6R Pro · Mesu 200 Mk2
Guiding telescopes or lenses: Celestron OAG Deluxe · Teleskop Service TSOAG9 Off-Axis Guider
Guiding cameras: ZWO ASI290 Mini · ZWO ASI174 Mini
Focal reducers: Riccardi Reducer/Flattener 0.75x · Telescope-Service TS 2" Flattener
Software: Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Seqence Generator Pro
Filters: Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon S-II 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon L Gen.2 E-series 36mm
Accessory: Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox v2 · Pegasus Astro Falcon Rotator · ZWO EFW · Astrolink 4.0 mini · MoonLite NiteCrawler WR30 · TALON6 R.O.R · MoonLite CSL 2.5" Focuser with High Res Stepper Motor
Dates:Nov. 18, 2020 , Nov. 21, 2020 , Nov. 22, 2020 , Nov. 23, 2020 , Nov. 24, 2020 , Dec. 12, 2020
Frames:
Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 110x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 110x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm: 211x600" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 106x600" (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 110x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon S-II 36mm - 5nm: 105x600" (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration: 73.1 hours
Avg. Moon age: 10.53 days
Avg. Moon phase: 41.91%
Astrometry.net job: 4144033
RA center: 0h 3' 14"
DEC center: +67° 16' 4"
Pixel scale: 0.789 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.709 degrees
Field radius: 0.408 degrees
Resolution: 2328x1760
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/the-fighting-dragons-on-cepheus-lbn5...
This is my first attempt using the new Sigma Art 135mm f1.8 lens and ASI294MM-C camera.
The field of view (FOV) was amazing, covering a wide angle of 5º
Although I require further practice to fully explore the capabilities of this new optic, I am delighted with the initial results of this test.
LBN 1228 is a region of gas and dust that is illuminated by the intense radiation from nearby young, hot stars.
It is also sometimes referred to as Sharpless 2-132 or Sh2-132.LBN 552, on the other hand, is also an emission nebula located in the same region of the sky as LBN 1228, and is sometimes referred to as Sharpless 2-138 or Sh2-138.
It is thought to be approximately 4,000 light-years away from Earth and is estimated to be around 30 light-years across.
Like LBN 1228, LBN 552 is a region of gas and dust that is illuminated by nearby young, hot stars.
t is also known for its intricate filaments of gas and dust, which create a beautiful and unique appearance.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
April 15, 2023 · April 16, 2023 · April 18, 2023 · April 20, 2023
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 90×120″(3h)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 90×120″(3h)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 90×120″(3h)
Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm: 160×120″(5h 20′)
Integration:
14h 20′
Avg. Moon age:
19.51 days
Avg. Moon phase:
11.81%
RA center: 20h58m04s.1
DEC center: +78°36′47″
Pixel scale: 14.341 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 89.840 degrees
Field radius: 4.967 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2072x1411
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Another nice object from the amazing Sharpless catalog.
Close to 80 hours of integration time and really surprised by the blue bubble that appears in the middle (not the bright blue triangle, the big blue subtle bubble on top of that) .
As usual on my latest pictures, I used this "natural" palette that I really like so much.
The process was long and hard and the acquisition also due to the weather in my observatory's region.
This object was never something prioritari on my desk but I am really happy with the results, even with the hard work to process all this data.
Technical card
Imaging telescopes or lenses: Teleskop Service TS Photoline 107mm f/6.5 Super-Apo · Altair Astro RC250-TT 10" RC Truss Tube
Imaging cameras: ZWO ASI183MM-Cool · ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts: Skywatcher EQ6R Pro · Mesu 200 Mk2
Guiding telescopes or lenses: Celestron OAG Deluxe · Teleskop Service TSOAG9 Off-Axis Guider
Guiding cameras: ZWO ASI290 Mini · ZWO ASI174 Mini
Focal reducers: Riccardi Reducer/Flattener 0.75x · Telescope-Service TS 2" Flattener
Software: Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Seqence Generator Pro
Filters: Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon S-II 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon L Gen.2 E-series 36mm
Accessory: ZWO EFW · Pegasus Astro Falcon Rotator · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox v2 · Astrolink 4.0 mini · MoonLite NiteCrawler WR30 · TALON6 R.O.R · MoonLite CSL 2.5" Focuser with High Res Stepper Motor
Dates:Dec. 17, 2020 , Jan. 6, 2021 , Jan. 18, 2021 , Jan. 27, 2021 , Feb. 10, 2021 , Feb. 11, 2021
Frames:
Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 140x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 140x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm: 240x600" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 107x600" (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 140x30" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon S-II 36mm - 5nm: 107x600" (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration: 79.2 hours
Avg. Moon age: 16.91 days
Avg. Moon phase: 31.21%
Astrometry.net job: 4352477
RA center: 6h 8' 57"
DEC center: +15° 45' 27"
Pixel scale: 1.007 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.172 degrees
Field radius: 0.408 degrees
Due to some troubles with the filter wheel it was not possible to do a deeper picture with this rig.
It's only 28 hours (latest objects on my list are about 60 hours each) but seems enough integration to provide good details on these Ha clouds.
It's a nice object that I revisited after more than two years, with new equipment, techniques and personal tastes.... I like to see my evolution
Equipment
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294 Pro M
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.IT Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Feb. 28, 2022 · March 1, 2022 · April 1, 2022 · April 2, 2022 · April 3, 2022 · April 25, 2022
Frames:
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 40×60″(40′) (gain: 0.00) bin 1×1
Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 40×60″(40′) (gain: 0.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader H-alpha 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 110×600″(18h 20′) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 40×600″(6h 40′) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 40×60″(40′) (gain: 0.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Baader S-II 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 11×600″(1h 50′) (gain: 1600.00) -15°C bin 1×1
Integration:
28h 50′
Avg. Moon age:
13.86 days
Avg. Moon phase:
7.28%
RA center: 05h41m15s.62
DEC center: +36°08′20″.2
Pixel scale: 3.556 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.156 degrees
Field radius: 1.232 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Find images in the same area
Resolution: 2073x1388
File size: 3.9 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/barnard-19-18-22-and-others/
Another new image captured with this "not so much expensive" setup: Canon 200mm, Openastrotracker and ASI1600.
It's not easy to operate this mount on a remote site, but they are so fast preparing new versions and they are improving the software a lot. The community is so active and the drivers are evolving so fast.
At the end is a long exposure of 8 hours using a 2.8 aperture. Not an easy process due this nebulae is more dark and sutil than others tha I know.
The dark nebula Barnard 22 and the tiny flame-shaped reflection nebula IC 2087 are both part of the Taurus Molecular Cloud, which in turn contains many complex organic compounds in its extensive dusty nebula.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts
OpenAstroTech OpenAstroTracker
Filters
Astronomik L-2 UV-IR Block 36mm · Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm · Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm · Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm
Accessories
ZWO EFW · AstroMechanics ASCOM Canon EF Lens Controller · TALON6 R.O.R
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight
Acquisition details
Dates:
Jan. 29, 2022 · Jan. 30, 2022 · Feb. 1, 2022
Frames:
Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm: 100x60" (1h 40') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm: 100x60" (1h 40') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astronomik L-2 UV-IR Block 36mm: 209x60" (3h 29') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm: 100x60" (1h 40') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Integration:
8h 29'
Avg. Moon age:
18.10 days
Avg. Moon phase:
4.93%
RA center: 04h38m24s.67
DEC center: +25°36′56″.4
Pixel scale: 5.345 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -57.194 degrees
Field radius: 2.941 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2977x2613
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/barnard-7-other-five-dark-nebulae/
Really dense region on dark nebulae.
Imagen taken with a "simple" equipement, an inexpensive mount, a camera lens and ASI1600 camera.
The key point to that picture is this high f.3 used and a really dark site location.
And of course, also fine processing is needed to show all that beauty
I will continue with this setup for a while, I am thinking of changing the mount to a new one with harmonic drives.... will see.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts
OpenAstroTech OpenAstroTracker
Filters
Astronomik L-2 UV-IR Block 36mm · Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm · Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm · Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm
Accessories
ZWO EFW · AstroMechanics ASCOM Canon EF Lens Controller · TALON6 R.O.R
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight
Acquisition details
Dates:
Jan. 29, 2022
Frames:
Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm: 80x60" (1h 20') (gain: 75.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm: 80x60" (1h 20') (gain: 75.00) bin 1x1
Astronomik L-2 UV-IR Block 36mm: 300x60" (5h) (gain: 75.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm: 80x60" (1h 20') (gain: 75.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration:
9h
Avg. Moon age:
26.44 days
Avg. Moon phase:
10.43%
RA center: 04h16m20s.23
DEC center: +28°07′13″.1
Pixel scale: 5.346 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -57.174 degrees
Field radius: 2.961 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
More info:Open
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/ctb-1-supernova-remnant-in-cassiopei...
This picture is the result of an integration of 6 hours on RGB and another 54 hours in narrow band, using a focal length of 530mm and aperture f3.3
It was a long project in terms of acquisition period, five months of capturing frames from September 2022 to January 2023, only on nights with no moon.
The elaboration was a little bit more complex as usual due the high number of stars on the frame.
I really like how this Epsilon shows all fine details and structures on the nebulae, and how PK116+00.1 is properly defined.
CTB 1 is a supernova remnant located in the Milky Way galaxy.
It is thought to be the remnants of a massive star that underwent a supernova explosion, expelling its outer layers into the interstellar medium and leaving behind a compact object such as a neutron star or a black hole.Supernova remnants are important because they help us to understand the evolution of stars and the processes involved in supernovae.
They also release large amounts of matter and energy into the interstellar medium, which can have a significant impact on their surroundings.
CTB 1 was discovered in the late 1970s and has been the subject of numerous studies since then. These studies have helped to improve our understanding of the structure, dynamics, and evolution of supernova remnants, as well as the properties of the supernova explosions themselves.
It is believed that CTB 1 is relatively young, with an estimated age of only a few thousand years. This makes it an important object for studying the early stages of the evolution of supernova remnants, and for understanding the processes involved in their formation and evolution.
Acquisition details
Dates:
Sept. 17, 2022 · Sept. 18, 2022 · Sept. 19, 2022 · Oct. 5, 2022 · Nov. 26, 2022
Frames:
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h) bin 1×1
Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h) (gain: 0.00) bin 1×1
Baader H-alpha 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 164×600″(27h 20′) (gain: 1600.00) bin 1×1
Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 158×600″(26h 20′) (gain: 1600.00) bin 1×1
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h) (gain: 0.00) bin 1×1
Integration:
59h 40′
Avg. Moon age:
16.19 days
Avg. Moon phase:
43.93%
RA center: 23h59m18s.100
DEC center: +62°25′39″.6
Pixel scale: 2.696 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 178.157 degrees
Field radius: 1.225 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Find images in the same area
Resolution: 2724x1813
File size: 4.4 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/jellyfish-nebula-ic443-in-natural-co...
New apporach to this popular object after five years from my first image.
IC 443 (also known as the Jellyfish Nebula and Sharpless 248 (Sh2-24) is a galactic supernova remnant (SNR) in the constellation Gemini.
ts distance is roughly 5,000 light years from Earth.
IC 443 may be the remains of a supernova that occurred 3,000 - 30,000 years ago.
C 443 is one of the best-studied cases of supernova remnants interacting with surrounding molecular clouds.
This images is a result of a 65 hours of integration time using rgb and narrow band filters.
One learning on that image is that I am really happy with this new tube used, a Takahashi Epsilon 160-ED did all the captures and this is the second published result.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Takahashi Epsilon-160ed
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294M-Pro
Mounts
Skywatcher AZ EQ-6 GT
Filters
Baader Planetariun Blue 36mm CMOS-optimized · Baader Planetarium Green 36mm CMOS-optimized · Baader Planetarium Red 36mm CMOS-optimized · Baader Planetarium Oiii 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized · Baader Planetarium Sii 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized · Baader Planetarium Ha 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized
Accessories
Pegasus Astro Usb Control Hub · Pegasus Astro FocusCube 2 (Universal) · QHYCCD QHYCFW3M-US · Astrolink 4.0 mini · TALON6 R.O.R
Software
Starkeeper Voyager · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
Teleskop Service TSOAG9 Off-Axis Guider
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290 Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Jan. 23, 2022 · Jan. 25, 2022 · Jan. 26, 2022 · Jan. 29, 2022 · Jan. 31, 2022
Frames:
Baader Planetarium Green 36mm CMOS-optimized: 115x60" (1h 55') (gain: 0.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Ha 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized: 146x600" (24h 20') (gain: 1600.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Oiii 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized: 102x600" (17h) (gain: 1600.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Red 36mm CMOS-optimized: 115x60" (1h 55') (gain: 0.00) bin 1x1
Baader Planetarium Sii 36mm 6.5nm CMOS-optimized: 112x600" (18h 40') (gain: 1600.00) -15C bin 1x1
Baader Planetariun Blue 36mm CMOS-optimized: 115x60" (1h 55') (gain: 0.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration:
65h 45'
Avg. Moon age:
24.07 days
Avg. Moon phase:
34.69%
RA center: 06h18m11s.98
DEC center: +22°35′04″.0
Pixel scale: 2.371 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.096 degrees
Field radius: 1.239 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 3123x2096
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/sh2-230-in-natural-colors/
This image it's a result of 18 hours of integration time using a Canon 200mm f2.8 lens, OpenAstrotracker mount, ASI1600MM-C and Astronomik filters.
Also, the final image was further enriched with 12 hours of additional old data from 2019 on Oiii and Sii regions.
The Sh2-230 object has a very large apparent size, extending at least 5° into a region already particularly rich in nebulae.
The object is mixed in with a number of other Sharpless objects in the heart of Auriga.
These include Sh2-229 (seen on the up right side), Sh2-236 (just below the middle), Sh2-234 and Sh2-237 (on the bottom). Also Messier 38 is on the left side of the image.
Acquisition details
Dates:
Dec. 31, 2021 · Jan. 3, 2022 · Jan. 7, 2022 · Jan. 8, 2022
Frames:
Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm: 75x60" (1h 15') (gain: 75.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm: 75x60" (1h 15') (gain: 75.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astronomik H-alpha 6nm CCD MaxFR 36mm: 90x600" (15h) (gain: 200.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm: 75x60" (1h 15') (gain: 75.00) -15C bin 1x1
Integration:
18h 45'
Avg. Moon age:
9.77 days
Avg. Moon phase:
18.25%
RA center: 05h21m26s.63
DEC center: +34°39′52″.2
Pixel scale: 5.345 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -56.960 degrees
Field radius: 3.180 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
More info:Open
Resolution: 3388x2623
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/the-bat-nebula-ngc6995/
NGC 6995, also known as the Bat Nebula, is a captivating emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus. This celestial wonder is named after its distinctive shape, which resembles the outstretched wings of a bat in flight. The Bat Nebula spans across a vast area in space, measuring approximately 100 light-years in diameter.
What makes NGC 6995 truly mesmerizing is its intricate and delicate structures. Composed of glowing gas, including hydrogen and ionized oxygen, the nebula emits vibrant hues of red, pink, and blue, creating a stunning visual display. The gas is excited by the intense radiation from nearby young, massive stars, causing it to glow and create this ethereal spectacle.
In addition to the glowing gas, the Bat Nebula is also surrounded by dark clouds of interstellar dust, which add to its mysterious and eerie appearance. These dust clouds absorb and scatter the light from the glowing gas, creating dark regions that contrast with the colorful gas clouds, further enhancing the unique shape of the nebula.
This image is a result of integrating more that 27 hours of adquisition time using narrow band and RGB filters on a CFF250 Ritchey Chretien telescope.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
CFF Telescopes Ritchey-Chretien 250mm f/8
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY268 M ×
Mounts
Mesu-Optics 200 MK II
Filters
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm · Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm · Astrodon OIII 5nm 36 mm
Accessories
MoonLite NiteCrawler 3.0" · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox 2 · QHYCCD QHYCFW3-M-US × · QHYCCD QHYOAG-M × · Talon 6 · TS-Optics 0.8x RC Reducer (TSRCRed) ×
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI174MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Sept. 17, 2022 · Oct. 30, 2022 · Nov. 1, 2022 · Nov. 19, 2022 · Nov. 25, 2022
Frames:
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm: 60×120″(2h)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm: 60×120″(2h)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm: 60×120″(2h)
Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm: 65×600″(10h 50′)
Astrodon OIII 5nm 36 mm: 65×600″(10h 50′)
Integration:
27h 40′
Avg. Moon age:
12.30 days
Avg. Moon phase:
32.50%
RA center: 20h56m52s.22
DEC center: +31°11′51″.5
Pixel scale: 1.462 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 92.260 degrees
Field radius: 0.489 degrees
WCS transformation: linear
Resolution: 1995x1340
File size: 3.9 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Mandel Wilson 2, Dust Angel or Angel nebula, is made up of Integrated Flux Nebula (IFN).
According to Steve Mandel-Wilson, IFN are "high galactic latitude nebulae ... illuminated not by a single star (as most nebulae in the plane of the Galaxy are) but by the energy from the integrated flux of all the stars in the Milky Way".
Meaning... the combined light of stars along the Milky Way are reflected by these cosmic dust clouds that soar some 300 light-years or so above the plane of our galaxy.
It's amazing what myriad of small galaxies are in the background of htis picture....
It's a extremelly faint nebula on a large wide field, on the same frame it's possible to alocate 50 full moons.....
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Canon EF 200mm f/2.8L II USM
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts
OpenAstroTech OpenAstroTracker
Filters
Astronomik L-2 UV-IR Block 36mm · Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm · Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm · Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm
Accessories
ZWO EFW · AstroMechanics ASCOM Canon EF Lens Controller · TALON6 R.O.R
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight
Acquisition details
Dates:
Jan. 1, 2022 · Jan. 28, 2022 · Jan. 31, 2022 · March 1, 2022
Frames:
Astronomik Blue Deep-Sky 36mm: 100x120" (3h 20') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astronomik Green Deep-Sky 36mm: 100x120" (3h 20') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astronomik L-2 UV-IR Block 36mm: 370x120" (12h 20') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Astronomik Red Deep-Sky 36mm: 100x120" (3h 20') (gain: 75.00) -15°C bin 1x1
Integration:
22h 20'
Avg. Moon age:
27.57 days
Avg. Moon phase:
5.98%
RA center: 10h31m20s.55
DEC center: +73°19′59″.3
Pixel scale: 8.018 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -54.748 degrees
Field radius: 3.246 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2328x1760
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Dim Planetary Nebula at Cancer, really dim.
With a surface magnitude of 27 arc-sec-1, it was discovered in 1955 by George Abell.
It is estimated to be about 2,000 light years away.
This picture is the result of my longest integration time up to today, it's more than 90 hours of frame capture during the past 3 years.
The work desk was complicated due the different scopes and cameras used and the low signal captured.
Technical card
Imaging telescopes or lenses: Altair Astro RC250-TT 10" RC Truss Tube · Teleskop Service TS Photoline 107mm f/6.5 Super-Apo
Imaging cameras: ZWO ASI183MM-Cool · ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mounts: Skywatcher EQ6R Pro · Mesu 200 Mk2
Guiding telescopes or lenses: Celestron OAG Deluxe · Teleskop Service TSOAG9 Off-Axis Guider
Guiding cameras: ZWO ASI290 Mini · ZWO ASI174 Mini
Focal reducers: Riccardi Reducer/Flattener 0.75x · Telescope-Service TS 2" Flattener
Software: Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Seqence Generator Pro
Filters: Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm · Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm · Astrodon L Gen.2 E-series 36mm
Accessory: ZWO EFW · Pegasus Astro Falcon Rotator · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox v2 · Astrolink 4.0 mini · MoonLite NiteCrawler WR30 · TALON6 R.O.R · MoonLite CSL 2.5" Focuser with High Res Stepper Motor
Dates:March 8, 2019 , March 9, 2019 , March 10, 2021 , March 11, 2021 , March 16, 2021 , April 6, 2021
Frames:
Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 90x60" (1h 30') (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 90x60" (1h 30') (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm: 292x600" (48h 40') (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 169x600" (28h 10') (gain: 111.00) -15C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 54x600" (9h) (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 90x60" (1h 30') (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Integration: 90h 20'
Avg. Moon age: 14.28 days
Avg. Moon phase: 10.04%
Astrometry.net job: 4556202
RA center: 8h 54' 12"
DEC center: +8° 53' 56"
Pixel scale: 1.007 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 0.339 degrees
Field radius: 0.408 degrees
Find images in the same area
Resolution: 2328x1760
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
First light with this new rig:
An Openastrotech mount (300€) with Canon 200 2.8 lens (500€) and ASI1600MM-C (800€).
Even the filters are new, those new Baader Planetarium Ha 6.5nm CMOS-optimized (200€).
So far, so good. I really like this FOV and how compact is all this gear, really compact (and not so expensive compared with the regular one).
Still I need to fight a little bit more with some corner aberrations, I need to find the perfect backfocus.
Slightly processed with PI and PS and "only" 16x600 integration frames.
More results soon!!
Very faint planetary nebula in Gemini.
Sh2-290 is one of the largest known planetary nebulae, with a diameter of about 7 parsecs.
This object pushed a lot my process skills to show some data....
Not arrive to 30 hours of data because of the weather, next year I will try again and I will acquire more info.
Technical card
Imaging telescope or lens:Altair Astro RC250-TT 10" RC Truss Tube
Imaging camera:ZWO ASI1600MM-Cool
Mount:Astro-Physics Mach-1 GTO CP4
Guiding telescope or lens:Celestron OAG Deluxe
Guiding camera:QHYCCD QHY5III174
Focal reducer:Riccardi Reducer/Flattener 0.75x
Software:Main Sequence Software Seqence Generator Pro, Astro-Physics AAPC, Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight
Filters:Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm, Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm, Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm, Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm, Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm
Accessories:ZWO EFW, MoonLite NiteCrawler WR30
Resolution: 1928x1744
Dates:March 8, 2019, March 9, 2019, March 11, 2019
Frames:
Astrodon B Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 40x10" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon G Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 40x10" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon HA 36mm - 5nm: 114x600" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon O-III 36mm - 5nm: 54x600" (gain: 200.00) -20C bin 1x1
Astrodon R Gen.2 E-series 36mm: 40x10" (gain: 75.00) -20C bin 1x1
Integration: 28.3 hours
Avg. Moon age: 2.91 days
Avg. Moon phase: 10.49%
Astrometry.net job: 2677004
RA center: 133.548 degrees
DEC center: 8.920 degrees
Pixel scale: 1.007 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 89.461 degrees
Field radius: 0.364 degrees
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
The VdB 15 nebula is an astronomical object located in the constellation Perseus, about 1,000 light-years from Earth.
This nebula is a reflection nebula, meaning it does not emit its own light but reflects the light of nearby stars.
This gives it a faint, bluish appearance due to the scattering of starlight by the interstellar dust that makes up the nebula.
VdB 15 is primarily illuminated by a hot, young star called BD+62 209B, which is responsible for much of the brightness we observe in the region.Reflection nebulae like VdB 15 are of great interest to astronomers because they are often associated with regions where new stars are forming.
The gas and dust within these nebulae are the raw materials from which stars and planets are born.
In the case of VdB 15, its proximity to other nebulae and star clusters suggests it is in an active star-forming region.While not one of the most famous nebulae in the sky,
VdB 15 is notable for its subtle beauty and the fascinating dynamics of dust and light that can be observed within it.
It serves as a good example of how cosmic dust, which often obscures our view of the universe, can also act as a cosmic mirror, revealing structures and stars we might otherwise miss.
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 · Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (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:
Nov. 19, 2023
Dec. 14, 2023
Dec. 16, 2023
Dec. 18, 2023
Feb. 3, 2024
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: 120×600″(20h)
Baader O-III 6.5nm (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Integration:
46h
Avg. Moon age:
8.09 days
Avg. Moon phase:
27.54%
RA center: 03h29m52s.40
DEC center: +59°04′35″.2
Pixel scale: 2.696 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -1.186 degrees
Field radius: 1.207 degrees
Resolution: 2668x1811
File size: 7.1 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
PI ImageSolver script: 108242 stars found
SNR G156.2+5.7 is a large, shell-type supernova remnant (SNR) located in the Milky Way Galaxy. With an apparent diameter of about 3° across the sky, its angular size is notably large. For context, the full Moon appears roughly 0.5° across, making G156.2+5.7 about six times wider in apparent size. This substantial angular extent reflects both its relative proximity and the long period over which the remnant’s shock waves have expanded and diffused into the surrounding interstellar medium (ISM).
Situated approximately 3,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Perseus, G156.2+5.7 is thought to have originated from the supernova explosion of a massive star tens of thousands of years ago. In the aftermath, the stellar debris has formed a roughly spherical shell that continues to expand and evolve. As the shock wave plows into the ISM, it compresses and heats the interstellar gas and dust, producing emission that is particularly bright at the remnant’s outer edges.
Observations of G156.2+5.7 span multiple wavelengths, but the most comprehensive data have come from radio and X-ray studies. Radio surveys helped to discover its shell-type structure, revealing the distribution of relativistic electrons and magnetic fields. Subsequent X-ray observations using telescopes like ROSAT and XMM-Newton have provided deeper insights into the hot plasma within the remnant, allowing astronomers to map temperature variations, estimate the shock velocities, and probe the chemical abundances of the ejected material. Such analyses help researchers understand the energy released during the supernova event and the mass and nature of the progenitor star.
While G156.2+5.7 may not be as famous as remnants like the Crab Nebula or Cassiopeia A, it nonetheless plays an important role in our broader understanding of stellar and galactic evolution. Supernova remnants act as chemical “factories” and distributors, seeding the galaxy with heavy elements that become the raw materials for new stars, planetary systems, and potentially life. Investigating objects like G156.2+5.7 helps us piece together how supernova explosions shape the structure, composition, and future of the Milky Way.
(SNR G156.25.7 20240601 crop 2vm5_3_7_11gh3)
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294M Pro · ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · QHYCCD QHYCFW3-M-US · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Feb. 13, 2024
March 6 - 8, 2024
March 12, 2024
April 3, 2024
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm: 200×60″(3h 20′)
Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Integration:
48h 20′
Avg. Moon age:
18.12 days
Avg. Moon phase:
16.22%
RA center: 04h58m05s.5
DEC center: +52°03′01″
Pixel scale: 10.990 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -178.980 degrees
Field radius: 3.768 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 1749x1749
File size: 10.0 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
astro.carballada.com/california-nebula-ngc-1499-sh2-220-w...
The California Nebula (also known as NGC 1499 or Sh2-220) is an emission nebula located in the constellation Perseus.
Its name stems from its striking resemblance to the outline of the US State of California when captured in long-exposure photographs.
This celestial wonder stretches across the sky for nearly 2.5 degrees, making it quite extensive. However, due to its very low surface brightness, it is extremely challenging to observe visually 1.
NGC 1499 was discovered in the 1880s by American astronomer Edward Emerson Barnard and it lies approximately 1,000 light-years away from Earth.
This image resulted from 49 hours of integration time using a f2 aperture, combining dual narrow-band and RGB data.
The framing was chosen to emphasize the dark nebula LDN1473 but it's not the most usual one.
In my opinion, the star 45 eps Per (the bright star on the right) adds balance and depth to the final composition.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Oct. 11 - 12, 2023
Nov. 8 - 9, 2023
Nov. 13, 2023
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Integration:
45h
Avg. Moon age:
20.98 days
Avg. Moon phase:
10.26%
RA center: 04h03m13s.9
DEC center: +36°15′57″
Pixel scale: 10.865 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 90.292 degrees
Field radius: 4.770 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2577x1830
File size: 8.2 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
This was a special project.
I took about 70 hours this year 2023 and integrated them with the additional 70+ hours from last year 2020.
There were three different telescopes, three cameras, and two sets of filters, more that 100Gb of raw data.
Evaluation formulas were used to make the integration of the best images more intense than the lower quality ones to get the best possible result.
Also the processing techniques have improved a lot in these years and of course my skills as well.
Sh2-132, also known as the Lion Nebula, is a stunning emission nebula located in the constellation Cepheus.
This celestial marvel is part of the Sharpless catalog, a compilation of H II regions, which are clouds of ionized hydrogen where star formation occurs.
Sh2-132 spans approximately 320 light-years and lies about 10,000 light-years from Earth.
Its complex structure features bright, glowing regions of gas and dark, obscuring dust lanes, sculpted by powerful stellar winds and radiation from massive young stars within.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
CFF Telescopes Ritchey-Chretien 250mm f/8 · GSO 10" f/8 Ritchey-Chretien Truss Tube × · TS-Optics Photoline 107mm f/6.5 FPL53 Triplet Apo
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY268 M · ZWO ASI1600MM COOL · ZWO ASI183MM Pro
Mounts
Mesu-Optics 200 MK II · Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 GT
Filters
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm · Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm · Astrodon OIII 5nm 36 mm · Astrodon SII 5nm 36 mm
Accessories
APM-Riccardi Apo Reducer 0.75x M63 (APM-RIRED-M63-small) · MoonLite CSL 2.5 inch Large Format Crayford SCT/RC Focuser · MoonLite NiteCrawler 3.0" · Pegasus Astro Powerbox Advance Gen2 · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox 2 · QHYCCD QHYCFW3-M-US · QHYCCD QHYOAG-M · Talon 6 · TS-Optics 0.8x RC Reducer (TSRCRed) × · TS-Optics Off-axis guider 9mm (TSOAG9G2) ×
Software
Main Sequence Software Sequence Generator Pro (SGP) · Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI174MM Mini · ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Aug. 21 - 23, 2020
Oct. 7, 2023
Oct. 11 - 12, 2023
Oct. 15, 2023
Nov. 6, 2023
Nov. 16, 2023
Frames:
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm: 60×120″(2h)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm: 60×120″(2h)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm: 60×120″(2h)
Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm: 350×600″(58h 20′)
Astrodon OIII 5nm 36 mm: 235×600″(39h 10′)
Astrodon SII 5nm 36 mm: 226×600″(37h 40′)
Integration:
141h 10′
Avg. Moon age:
12.83 days
Avg. Moon phase:
17.27%
RA center: 22h19m28s.687
DEC center: +56°07′01″.46
Pixel scale: 0.764 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -89.202 degrees
Field radius: 0.399 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 3065x2194
File size: 8.0 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Barnard 3, or B3, is a dark nebula located in the constellation Perseus, roughly 1,000 light-years from Earth. Cataloged by American astronomer E. E. Barnard in the early 20th century, dark nebulae like B3 are dense clouds of gas and dust that block the light from stars behind them, appearing as dark patches in the sky.
Barnard 3 is significant as a stellar nursery. The dense molecular clouds within it provide the material for new stars to form. As parts of the cloud collapse under gravity, they can ignite nuclear fusion, giving birth to new stars. Studying Barnard 3 is challenging because it doesn't emit light like other nebulae. Infrared and radio wavelengths are used to peer through the dust, revealing hidden structures and young stars forming within.
E. E. Barnard's catalog of dark nebulae, including B3, was groundbreaking. His early 20th-century surveys of the Milky Way provided deep insights into the galaxy's structure and the nature of these dark clouds.
Adding H-alpha to this image has been particularly fascinating, revealing many details that were not easily visible in the RGB shot.
I am thrilled to see the entire clear nebula surrounding the right side of B3, which has never been shown so clearly in any previous image.
I do not know its name and have been unable to find it in any catalogue (please leave any clue on the comments )
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 · Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (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:
Oct. 10, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023
Nov. 7 - 8, 2023
Nov. 14, 2023
Nov. 16, 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: 50×600″(8h 20′)
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (CMOS Optimized) 36 mm: 200×60″(3h 20′)
Integration:
47h 40′
Avg. Moon age:
17.73 days
Avg. Moon phase:
14.28%
RA center: 03h40m01s.49
DEC center: +31°58′00″.9
Pixel scale: 2.694 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -4.320 degrees
Field radius: 1.239 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2748x1845
File size: 5.7 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Galaxy M106, also known as NGC 4258, is a captivating spiral galaxy located around 22-25 million light-years away in the Canes Venatici constellation.
Its intricate spiral arms are adorned with patches of blue, signifying active star formation.
At its core lies an Active Galactic Nucleus (AGN), suggesting a supermassive black hole's presence, emitting a range of electromagnetic radiation.
The exact number of stars in a galaxy like M106 is difficult to determine with absolute precision.
Galaxies can contain billions to trillions of stars, and M106, being a spiral galaxy, likely falls within this vast range.
It's estimated that galaxies like M106 can have anywhere from tens of billions to over a hundred billion stars.
It's my second picture of that galaxy, first one on 2017 with what I could see a great improvement on the capture, process and equipment.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
CFF Telescopes Ritchey-Chretien 250mm f/8
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY268 M ×
Mounts
Mesu-Optics 200 MK II
Filters
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Lum 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm · Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm
Accessories
MoonLite NiteCrawler 3.0" · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox 2 · QHYCCD QHYCFW3-M-US × · QHYCCD QHYOAG-M × · Talon 6 · TS-Optics 0.8x RC Reducer (TSRCRed) ×
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI174MM Mini
Acquisition details
Frames:
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm: 100×120″(3h 20′)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm: 100×120″(3h 20′)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Lum 36 mm: 200×120″(6h 40′)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm: 100×120″(3h 20′)
Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm: 30×600″(5h)
Integration:
21h 40′
RA center: 12h18m56s.320
DEC center: +47°18′14″.22
Pixel scale: 0.732 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 92.436 degrees
Field radius: 0.447 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 3634x2486
File size: 15.9 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Simeis 57, also known as the Propeller Nebula, is a captivating celestial object located in the constellation Cygnus.
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: 2748x1845
File size: 8.2 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
The W63 supernova remnant, a vestige of a star that perished long ago, appears as a delicate, ghostly smoke-ring along the Milky Way's plane, observable in the northern constellation Cygnus the Swan.
This ethereal presence, delineated by an eerie blue radiance, stands out against a backdrop of interstellar clouds and dust.
Captured with a long integration time of 55 hours at f2, the image reveals the distinct emissions of ionized hydrogen and oxygen in red and blue tones.
Situated approximately 5,000 light-years away, the visible expanse of the expanding supernova remnant is roughly 150 light-years in diameter.
Despite extensive observations, the original star's remains have yet to be identified.
The supernova's light would have reached our planet around 15,000 years ago.
It's a region full of Oiii emisions, this is the Oiii channel only:
astro.carballada.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/w63-oiii-...
Also another interesting point on this picture, specially happy with the capture of the small planetary nebula Weinberger 1-10 (PK086+05.1) on the down left part of the picture, really bright on this picture.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Oct. 11 - 12, 2023
Nov. 6, 2023
Nov. 8, 2023
Nov. 13, 2023
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 150×600″(25h)
Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 150×600″(25h)
Integration:
55h
Avg. Moon age:
20.44 days
Avg. Moon phase:
15.20%
RA center: 20h21m57s.1
DEC center: +45°30′17″
Pixel scale: 10.860 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -88.698 degrees
Field radius: 4.985 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2735x1863
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
The Shark Nebula, designated as LDN 1235, is a prominent dark nebula situated in the constellation Cepheus.
Dark nebulae like LDN 1235 are regions of dense interstellar dust and gas that obscure the light from background stars and other astronomical objects.
This particular dark nebula exhibits an intriguing shape reminiscent of a shark's profile, resulting from variations in dust density and distribution.
Such structures play a crucial role in the process of star formation, as they can eventually collapse under gravity to give birth to new stars.
LDN 1235 serves as a compelling subject of study for astronomers examining the dynamics of interstellar matter and star-forming regions in our galaxy.
I'm super thrilled that just eight hours of imaging with my Takahashi Epsilon 160 produced this awesome result!
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Takahashi Epsilon-160ED
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294 Pro M
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 · Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (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:
June 25, 2023 · July 11, 2023 · July 12, 2023 · July 13, 2023
Frames:
Baader Blue (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader Green (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (CMOS Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Integration:
8h
Avg. Moon age:
20.09 days
Avg. Moon phase:
29.75%
RA center: 22h12m09s.65
DEC center: +73°20′46″.9
Pixel scale: 2.695 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -5.334 degrees
Field radius: 1.014 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2098x1716
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
MWP 1 (Motch-Werner-Pakull 1) is a rarely imaged and faint bipolar planetary nebula situated in the Cygnus constellation, also recognized as The Methuselah Nebula.
Positioned 4,500 light years away from Earth, this celestial body is estimated to be approximately 150,000 years old.
It was discovered in the 1990s by Motch, Werner, and Pakull (MWP-1).
Additionally, the remarkably faint PN G 79.8-10.2 (Alv1) is discernible in the lower right quadrant of the nebula.
In that picture, we're talking about a deep capture that took an integration of 66 hours.
I used an f/3.3 telescope and a super-sensitive mono camera for that job.
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:
Sept. 24 - 25, 2023
Oct. 5 - 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)
Integration:
66h
Avg. Moon age:
17.13 days
Avg. Moon phase:
60.03%
RA center: 21h17m05s.16
DEC center: +34°12′59″.9
Pixel scale: 1.780 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -4.105 degrees
Field radius: 0.856 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
At the heart of this image lies the Shark Nebula, nestled in the constellation Cepheus, a Northern celestial display that graces the night sky prominently throughout the summer months.
Classified as a dark nebula, the Shark Nebula is characterized by dense interstellar dust clouds, capable of absorbing a substantial portion of the starlight that traverses its depths.
Photographing such nebulae presents a challenge due to their low contrast against the vast cosmic background, distinguishing them from the typically brighter reflection or emission nebulae that either reflect starlight or emit ionized light.
Positioned approximately 650 light-years away, the Shark Nebula showcases distinctive features, with the brighter blue reflection areas situated closer to 1,000 light-years. Enhancing the celestial panorama is the inclusion of galaxy PGC 67671, a diminutive yellowish spiral object positioned behind the "dorsal fin" area in the lower-right section. Notably, this distant galaxy is located approximately 58 million light-years behind the entirety of the Shark Nebula, contributing a captivating depth to the cosmic composition.
This project is a continuous endeavor, with my objective being to gather additional data and enrich the information by incorporating more details, particularly in narrow-band imaging. The forthcoming enhancements will focus on intensifying the visibility of all red faint structures in the current image.
Following the completion of my previous work, which involved a close-up capture of the Shark Nebula, I made the decision to embark on a larger-scale wide-field project. In this image, a myriad of nebulae and faint structures come into view, including 8 dark nebulae cataloged as LDN and 10 bright nebulae cataloged as LBN.
This RGB composition is the result of 8 hours of integration time at f/2.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
May 15, 2023 · May 26, 2023 · June 2, 2023 · June 15, 2023
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm: 200×60″(3h 20′)
Integration:
8h 20′
Avg. Moon age:
17.89 days
Avg. Moon phase:
40.64%
RA center: 22h08m57s.1
DEC center: +72°54′32″
Pixel scale: 10.864 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 90.013 degrees
Field radius: 4.954 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2712x1851
File size: 9.4 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
The Cygnus Loop, also known as the Veil Nebula, is a large supernova remnant located in the constellation Cygnus, the Swan.
It is a stunning and expansive structure resulting from the explosion of a massive star that occurred thousands of years ago. The remnant is situated approximately 1,500 light-years away from Earth.The explosion of the massive star created shock waves that expanded into space, giving rise to the intricate and filamentary patterns observed in the Cygnus Loop.
These intricate filaments are composed of ionized gas and dust, and they glow in various colors when observed in different wavelengths of light.
The Cygnus Loop, also known as Sharpless 103 has an apparent size that spans about three degrees across the night sky. To put its size into perspective, the apparent diameter of the Moon in the night sky is about half a degree. In comparison, the Cygnus Loop covers a much larger portion of the celestial sphere, making it several times larger in apparent size than the Moon.
The Cygnus Loop is a captivating celestial object that showcases the dynamic and transformative nature of the universe, serving as a testament to the powerful forces at play in the life cycle of stars. Astronomers study the Cygnus Loop to gain insights into the processes of stellar evolution and the impact of supernova explosions on the surrounding interstellar medium.
The intricate nature of the process was compounded by the elevated star density, making it challenging even with reduction techniques. Despite efforts to diminish their prominence, the presence of stars remained crucial. I opted to retain this presence. Please review the next version without stars.
Additionally, LDN846 is discernible at the center-right bottom of the image—a seldom-seen expansive nebula that is not frequently showcased.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Aug. 11 - 12, 2023
Aug. 18 - 19, 2023
Oct. 12, 2023
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 75×60″(1h 15′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 75×60″(1h 15′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 75×60″(1h 15′)
Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 150×600″(25h)
Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 150×600″(25h)
Integration:
53h 45′
Avg. Moon age:
16.64 days
Avg. Moon phase:
10.26%
RA center: 20h51m03s.3
DEC center: +30°29′20″
Pixel scale: 10.852 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 1.236 degrees
Field radius: 4.650 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 1755x2538
File size: 8.8 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Lately, these nebulae have gained significant popularity.
Seeking a distinctive perspective, I opted to capture them in a wide field using a 135mm lens, emphasizing depth to unveil intricate structures that may go unnoticed in narrower or less deep fields.
It's a result of an integration of more than 48 hours at f2.
1. Flying Bat Nebula (SH2-129)
The Flying Bat Nebula, cataloged as SH2-129, resides in the constellation Cepheus. This ethereal emission nebula is characterized by its reddish hue, which results from ionized hydrogen gas. Here are some fascinating details:
Star Formation: SH2-129 is a region of active star formation. Within its nebulous embrace, massive stars are born from collapsing gas and dust. These stellar nurseries give rise to the luminous objects that pepper our galaxy.
Bat-Like Appearance: The nebula’s intricate structure resembles a bat with outstretched wings, hence the poetic name. Imagine a cosmic bat soaring through the interstellar expanse, its wings aglow with the light of newborn stars.
Distance Uncertainty: Determining the precise distance to SH2-129 has proven challenging. Astronomers continue to refine their measurements, but for now, its true location remains a tantalizing mystery.
2. Giant Squid Nebula (Ou4)
The Giant Squid Nebula, also known as Ou4, emerged onto the astronomical scene relatively recently. Discovered in 2011 by amateur astrophotographer Nicolas Outters of France, this nebula hides within the boundaries of SH2-129. Let’s unravel its secrets:
Blue-Green Glow: Ou4’s striking blue-green emission primarily arises from doubly ionized oxygen atoms (OIII spectrum). Its otherworldly glow captivates stargazers and astronomers alike.
Planetary Nebula or Not?: Initially, there was speculation that Ou4 might be a planetary nebula associated with a dying star. However, subsequent observations have challenged this hypothesis.
Bipolar Outflow: Ou4 is now believed to be a bipolar outflow—a cosmic jet of material—moving at the same rate as SH2-129. Its source lies at the center of the nebula, where a triple star system (HR8119) resides.
Hidden Dimensions: If fully visible, the Giant Squid Nebula would span nearly 50 light-years across. Imagine a colossal cephalopod swimming through the cosmic sea, its tentacles trailing behind it.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
Sept. 8 - 11, 2023
Sept. 24 - 25, 2023
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm: 200×60″(3h 20′)
Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Integration:
48h 20′
Avg. Moon age:
19.89 days
Avg. Moon phase:
39.49%
RA center: 20h59m16s.2
DEC center: +60°36′42″
Pixel scale: 10.854 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -88.417 degrees
Field radius: 4.924 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2683x1863
File size: 6.9 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
The Gecko Nebula, also known as LBN 437, resides within the Lacerta constellation and is juxtaposed with the expansive emission nebula Sh2-126, which intersects it.
On this picture, the right lobe of the Gecko Nebula boasts numerous recently formed bright stars emerging from its molecular cloud.
Within this domain, the youthful star V375 is linked to the Herbig-Haro object HH398.
These phenomena represent luminous areas of nebulosity associated with nascent stars, originating from the collision between the star's ejected gas and nearby clouds of gas and dust.
Typically, images of this nebula are displayed with a 180º rotation, but I prefer this orientation to showcase it's intricate details in a highly magnified close-up view.
It's a result of 28 hours of integration time at f/3.3 (8 hours on LRGB + 20 hours on Ha).
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Takahashi Epsilon-160ED
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY294 Pro M
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 · Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (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 13, 2023
July 15, 2023
July 18 - 19, 2023
Aug. 5, 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: 600×120″(20h)
Baader Red (CMOS-Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Baader UV/IR CUT Luminance (CMOS Optimized) 36 mm: 120×60″(2h)
Integration:
28h
Avg. Moon age:
14.86 days
Avg. Moon phase:
21.09%
RA center: 22h31m53s.27
DEC center: +40°49′04″.9
Pixel scale: 2.695 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: 175.574 degrees
Field radius: 1.181 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
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Resolution: 2607x1778
File size: 4.4 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM (Art)
Imaging Cameras
ZWO ASI294MM Pro
Mounts
ZWO AM5
Filters
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm · Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm · Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm · Astronomik L-2 Luminance UV/IR Block 36mm · Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm
Accessories
Pegasus Astro USB Control Hub · Talon 6 · ZWO EAF · ZWO EFW 7 x 36mm
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Telescopes Or Lenses
ZWO 30mm Mini Guider Scope
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI290MM Mini
Acquisition details
Frames:
Astronomik Deep-Sky Blue 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Green 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik Deep-Sky Red 36mm: 100×60″(1h 40′)
Astronomik H-alpha CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Astronomik OIII CCD MaxFR 6nm 36 mm: 120×600″(20h)
Integration:
45h
RA center: 19h34m20s.8
DEC center: +31°24′07″
Pixel scale: 10.856 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -179.257 degrees
Field radius: 4.706 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 1841x2521
File size: 23.8 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Description
G65.3+5.7, which we fondly call 'the little Cygnus Veils' because it looks a bit like other cool stuff in space, is a really faint leftover from a supernova explosion.
People don't often take pictures of it in the night sky because it's so dim.
You can find it in the Cygnus constellation, a part of the night sky.
This thing is made up of a bunch of delicate and wispy shapes, sort of like clouds, and they have names like SH2-91, SH2-94, and SH2-96.
What's even more amazing is that this whole thing is crazy far away – more than 2,500 light years!
And it stretches across a huge part of the sky, about 4 degrees wide.
I leave also another versión with all stars on that field, "it's full of stars"
This bright nebula is part of the Barnard 347 nebula known as Butterfly Nebula.
The Butterfly Nebula, also known as NGC 6302, is a striking planetary nebula located in the constellation Scorpius. This celestial beauty earned its name due to its distinctive appearance resembling a butterfly with outstretched wings. The nebula is the result of a dying star that has shed its outer layers, creating a cocoon-like structure illuminated by the central remnant—a hot, dense stellar core known as a white dwarf.
At the heart of the Butterfly Nebula lies one of the hottest stars known, with temperatures reaching over 200,000 degrees Celsius (about 360,000 degrees Fahrenheit). The intense ultraviolet radiation emitted by this central star energizes the expelled gas, causing it to fluoresce and produce the nebula's colorful glow. The complex and intricate patterns within the nebula are formed by a combination of ionized gases and intricate dust formations, creating a visually captivating celestial spectacle.
Equipment
Imaging Telescopes Or Lenses
CFF Telescopes Ritchey-Chretien 250mm f/8
Imaging Cameras
QHYCCD QHY268 M
Mounts
Mesu-Optics 200 MK II
Filters
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm · Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm · Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm · Astrodon OIII 5nm 36 mm
Accessories
MoonLite NiteCrawler 3.0" · Pegasus Astro Ultimate Powerbox 2 · QHYCCD QHYCFW3-M-US · QHYCCD QHYOAG-M · Talon 6 · TS-Optics 0.8x RC Reducer (TSRCRed) ×
Software
Pleiades Astrophoto PixInsight · Starkeeper Voyager Custom Array
Guiding Cameras
ZWO ASI174MM Mini
Acquisition details
Dates:
June 24, 2023 · June 27, 2023 · July 15, 2023 · July 20, 2023 · Aug. 25, 2023
Frames:
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Blue 36 mm: 50×120″(1h 40′)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Green 36 mm: 50×120″(1h 40′)
Astrodon Gen2 E-Series Tru-Balance Red 36 mm: 50×120″(1h 40′)
Astrodon H-alpha 5nm 36 mm: 100×600″(16h 40′)
Astrodon OIII 5nm 36 mm: 100×600″(16h 40′)
Integration:
38h 20′
Avg. Moon age:
10.52 days
Avg. Moon phase:
33.53%
RA center: 20h25m38s.751
DEC center: +40°20′31″.33
Pixel scale: 0.964 arcsec/pixel
Orientation: -0.077 degrees
Field radius: 0.493 degrees
WCS transformation: thin plate spline
Resolution: 2028x3070
File size: 9.8 MB
Locations: AAS Montsec, Àger, Lleida, Spain
Data source: Own remote observatory
Remote source: Non-commercial independent facility
Luna llena de Noviembre 10-11-2022 1:50h UTC, Palma,
TE RECOMIENDO abrir el enlace y pasear por toda su geografía y descubrir su belleza!! 😉
Enlace para ver a alta resolución. ⬇️⬇️
astrobin.com/c5ox8s/
🔭 SCT C9.25 Xlt
Eq6r-pro
Cámara Zwo Asi294mm Pro
Filtro Ir Pass Astronomik 742nm
Mosaico de 6 paneles de 1200 frames, al 80% As3, Astrosurface y Ps.
#cielosESA #somosEstelares #fullmoon
Nebulosa California NGC 1499 en Paleta Bicolor Hoo, en la constelación de Perseo a 1000 años luz de la tierra se encuentra esta fábulalosa nebulosa, captada desde mi terraza, espero que os guste.
Enlace a mejor calidad y aplicación;
Equipo utilizado;
Telescopio SW Esprit100 ED
Zwo Asi1600mm
Eq6r-pro SW
Rueda de filtros Zwo EFW 7x2
Autoenfocador RB-focus
Smartbox Gaius
Tubo Guía Ts 60/240mm+ Zwo Asi462mc filtros H-alpha 7nm y [OIII]
Datos de captura;
Hidrógeno HA 17x180s - 20°C
Oxígeno III 15x180s - 20°C
50 Darks
30 Flats
150 Bias
Programa de capturas y procesados;
N. I. N. A.
Ascom
Eqmod
Phd2
Datos calibrados, apilados y procesados en Pixinsight 1.8, edición de firma en Ps 2021 y retoques en en Lightroon.
#cielosESA #Astrophotography t.co/2UoOh6UYkP
Rho Ophiuchi, a unos 400 años luz del sistema Solar en la constelación de Ofiuco. Por si fuera poco, esta imagen también la logre capturar la misma noche que capte la Galaxia M51, la cual ha conseguido un APPOD2!
Nikon D750
Samyang 135mm f2
Star Adventurer
27x2min
#cielosESA #ASTRO t.co/b6jMoUZAFy
Nueva revisión de nebulosa Ncg281 Pacman, ubicada en la Constelación Casiopea, a 9500 años luz de la tierra, solo tiene 4 horas de integración combinadas SHO+R,G,B consiguiendo un color en las estrellas.
Enlace a resolución completa
Telescopio 🔭 Esprit100 ED súper Apo
Cámara Zwo Asi1600mm Cool Pro
Montura Eq6r-pro SW
Rueda Portafiltros Zwo EFW 7x2 Autoenfocador Rb-focus
Smartbox Gaiuss Rb-focus
Guiado Ts 60/240mm
Filtros L-Rgb de Baader
Filtros Ha, OIII y SII Baader
#astrophotography #cielosESA #somoSestelares
Luna llena al 99,2% desde el Puerto de Santa María. Tomada con el telescopio Skywatcher 72 ED, cámara ASI120MC-S. Compuesta de 5 teselas de 60s.
Apilada en ASK3 más Registax y PixInsight.
#CielosESA
Luna llena de Noviembre 10-11-2022 1:50h UTC, Palma,
TE RECOMIENDO abrir el enlace y pasear por toda su geografía y descubrir su belleza!! 😉
Enlace para ver a alta resolución. ⬇️⬇️
astrobin.com/c5ox8s/
🔭 SCT C9.25 Xlt
Eq6r-pro
Cámara Zwo Asi294mm Pro
Filtro Ir Pass Astronomik 742nm
Mosaico de 6 paneles de 1200 frames, al 80% As3, Astrosurface y Ps.
#cielosESA #somosEstelares #fullmoon
Región de la Vía Láctea que incluye, de arriba a abajo, la nebulosa sh2-54, Nebulosa del Águila (M16, en el centro), Nebulosa Omega (M17) y parte de la Pequeña Nube Estelar de Sagitario (M24).
Datos para frikis :
✅ 36x100" lights + darks/bias/flats.
✅ 🔭 Samyang 135 mm, f/2, ISO 1250.
✅ 📷 Canon EOS 60D.
✅ ️ Filtro Optolong L-eNhance.
✅ #StarAdventurer2i
✅ Apilado con #SiriL.
✅ Procesado con #SiriL y #AffinityPhoto.
#Astrophotography #cielosESA #astrophoto