Dalim
Overlaid DSS image of Dalim, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
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Alpha Fornax, α For, 12 Eri
CD-29 1177, HD 20010, HR 963, WDS J03121-2859AB, SAO 168373, GSC 06445-00990, HIP 14879
CD-29 1177, HD 20010, HR 963, WDS J03121-2859AB, SAO 168373, GSC 06445-00990, HIP 14879
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 3.85 | Right Ascension | 3h 12' 4.5" (2000) |
| Declination | 28° 59' 15" S |
| Constellation | Fornax |
| Description | Binary 3.98/7.19 4.9" |
| Classification | F6V+G7V |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Oct 22, 2020 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 7 Transparency: 6 Moon: 25%
A lovely binary, a bright yellow primary with a much fainter 7th magnitude companion visible 6" west, the pair has a 269 year orbit and can be seen to orbit over the span of a few decades.
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Dalim