Observation by Martina McGovern: M51 Whirlpool Gal
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Observer
Martina McGovern
Observed
2021 Feb 18 - 21:00
Uploaded
2021 Feb 20 - 22:06
Objects
Equipment
- SharpStar 100Q II (Focal length 580mm, Focal Ratio f/5.8) refractor
- SkyWatcher HEQ5 PRO
- ZWO ASI294MC Pro, main camera
- ZWO ASIAir Pro, ZWO EAF (Electronic Automatic Focuser)
- ZWO 50mm Guide scope, ZWO ASI120MM mini, Guide camera
- Optolong L-Pro Broadband filter
Exposure
Total exposure time; Approx 5hrs of data with L-Pro; Subs of mainly 120sec & 180sec with a few 300sec & 600sec + Darks, Flats & Dark flats. Main Cam Gain 100, Camera T -10C
Location
Near Cambridge city UK, Bortle approx 4
Target name
M51 Whirlpool Gal
Title
M51 Whirlpool Gal
