HD 68601
Overlaid DSS image of HD 68601, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around HD 68601
CD-42 3979, HR 3226, WDS J08114-4259A, SAO 219569, GSC 07668-03980, HIP 40096
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 4.75 | Right Ascension | 8h 11' 25.9" (2000) |
| Declination | 42° 59' 14" S |
| Constellation | Puppis |
| Classification | A5Ib |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Nov 24, 2023 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
White, a 10th magnitude companion visible 27" northwest
Gaia EDR3 data shows the companion to be the nearer star with significant parallax and proper motion while HR 3226 is a background star with minimal parallax and proper motion
Andrew Cooper
Nov 23, 2023 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
White, a 9th magnitude companion visible 30" northwest in a rich field
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HD 68601