55 Eridani A
Overlaid DSS image of 55 Eridani A, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around 55 Eridani A
55 EriA
Σ 590A, HD 30021, HR 1506, WDS J04436-0848A, SAO 131443
Σ 590A, HD 30021, HR 1506, WDS J04436-0848A, SAO 131443
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 6.64 | Right Ascension | 4h 43' 35.2" (2000) |
| Declination | 8° 47' 46" S |
| Constellation | Eridanus |
| Classification | G5III |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Oct 13, 2023 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
A fine binary, 55Eri A is a rich yellow while 55Eri B is white separated by 9", well matched in magnitude, 56 Eri is visible 19' north-northwest
Other Data Sources for 55 Eridani A
Associated objects for 55 Eridani A
Nearby objects for 55 Eridani A
7 objects found within 60'
| 55 Eridani | 55 Eridani B | 56 Eridani |
| NGC 1632 | NGC 1636 | |
| NGC 1648 |
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55 Eridani A