NGC 3132
Overlaid DSS image of NGC 3132, 30' x 30' with north at top and west to the right
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Eightburst Planetary Nebula, Southern Ring Nebula
| Type | Planetary Nebula |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 8 |
| Size | 1.4' x 0.8' |
| Right Ascension | 10h 7' 1.7" (2000) |
| Declination | 40° 26' 12" S |
| Constellation | Vela |
| Description | !! Planetary, vB, vL, lE *9m |
| Classification | 4(2) |
Observing Notes
Andrew Cooper
Mar 2, 2019 Kaʻohe, Mauna Kea, HI (map)
28cm f/10 SCT, NexStar 11" GyPSy @ 175x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
Beautiful planetary nebula! bright, with a very bright central star, notable green color, an obviuous annular structure
Andrew Cooper
Feb 10, 2013 Hale Pohaku, HI (map)
46cm f/4.5 Newtonian, Deep Violet @ 262x
Seeing: 6 Transparency: 7 Moon: 0%
A big, bright planetary, a brilliant central star in the center of a 2' halo, the outer edge notably brighter, the bright central star creating an illusion of a darker center, slightly green in color
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NGC 3132