Observation by Kenneth Medcalf: Sauron's eye

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Kenneth Medcalf

Observer

Kenneth Medcalf

Observed

2025 Aug 30 - 00:48

Uploaded

2025 Sep 02 - 09:28

Objects

The Helix Nebula (NGC7293)

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Constellation

Aquarius

Field centre

RA: 22^h29^m
Dec: -20°46'
Position angle: -78°12'

Field size

0°46' × 0°30'

Equipment

iOptron RC8 with .75 focal reducer
Skywatcher Wave 150i mount
Skywatcher evoguide50 & ZWO mini
ASIAir Pro
Pentax K3iii
Affinity Photo 2

Exposure

62 x 210s ISO1600

Location

Stonegate

Target name

Helix Nebula

Title

Sauron's eye

About this image

My first Planetary Nebula as a target and challenging due to limited elevation. 2 sessions first on 17th August with some moonlight affecting the capture and second on 30-31st August. very limited time window!

Files associated with this observation

iO_Helix_Stonegate(2 sessions)_AF_0.9.jpg (3.9 MB)

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