Sigma Arae
Overlaid DSS image of Sigma Arae, 60' x 60' with north at top and west to the right
Aladin viewer for the region around Sigma Arae
σ Ara
CD-46 11661, HD 159217, HR 6537, SAO 228162, GSC 08342-06346, HIP 86092
CD-46 11661, HD 159217, HR 6537, SAO 228162, GSC 08342-06346, HIP 86092
| Type | Star |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 4.59 | Right Ascension | 17h 35' 39.6" (2000) |
| Declination | 46° 30' 21" S |
| Constellation | Ara |
| Classification | A0V |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Jul 6, 2021 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 7 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
Brilliant blue-white, no companion noted
Andrew Cooper
Aug 8, 2020 Waikoloa, HI (map)
20cm f/6 Newtonian, Cave Astrola @ 76x
Seeing: 5 Transparency: 6 Moon: 0%
Blue-white, no companion noted
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Sigma Arae