NGC7293 Helix Nebula
NGC 7293 Helix Nebula BiColor with TMB130mm
The Helix is a large bright planetary nebula in the constellation Aquarius, it is approximately 650 light years from earth, and spans almost 3 light years. The age of the Helix is a little over 10,000 years. It is also sometimes referred to as the Eye of God.
FS
Ha 20min sub
Ha 260min Total
OIII 20min Sub
OIII 180min Total
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Scope TMB130mm
Camera Apogee U8300
Mount Atlas EQG
Filters Astrodon Ha5nm OIII3nm
Exposures Ha 4hrs OIII 3hrs 20min subs
Location Connellsville Pa. Home Observatory Data 2010 * Reprocessed 2015