Tau Ceti
Overlaid DSS image of Tau Ceti, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around Tau Ceti
τ Cet, 52 Cet
BD-16 295, HD 10700, HR 509, WDS J01441-1556A, SAO 147986, HIP 8102
BD-16 295, HD 10700, HR 509, WDS J01441-1556A, SAO 147986, HIP 8102
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 3.5 | Right Ascension | 1h 44' 4.1" (2000) |
| Declination | 15° 56' 15" S |
| Constellation | Cetus |
| Description | Dist. 11.912 ly |
| Classification | G8V |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Nov 9, 2020 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
Brilliant yellow, no companion noted
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Tau Ceti