NGC 3293

Image Title: Star Cluster in the northern region of the Carina (NGC 3293)

Copyright: Bruno Rota Sarg

Date image was taken: March 03, 2024

Location: Araraquara/SP - Brazil

Image Description and Details: The star cluster NGC 3293 is a young open cluster located in the northern region of the constellation Carina, a constellation in the southern celestial hemisphere, approximately 8,000 light-years away from Earth. It contains about 50 bright stars and is one of the most prominent clusters in the southern sky. NGC 3293 is known for its bright central star, HD 91943, a massive blue star that illuminates the cluster. Its region is rich in emission nebulae and gas clouds, contributing to its beauty and scientific interest. This cluster is estimated to be around 10 million years old, making it relatively young in astronomical terms. Detailed studies of this cluster and its region can provide insights into star formation and evolution in dense and turbulent environments.

Capture Details

200 Lights 180s 100gain 50offset -5temp (Antlia ALP-T Dual Band 2")
80 Lights 60s 100gain 50offset -5temp (Optolong UV/IR Cut 2")

100 Bias
60 Flats

Softwares: N.I.N.A, PHd2, PixInsight, Photoshop

Equipment Details: Telescope: Skywatcher 254mm / F4.7
Mount: Skywtacher AZEQ6 GT
Guiding: Greika 70/700 with SvBony 0.5 reducer + Asi 120mm
Filters: Antlia ALP-T Dual Band 2", Optolong UV/IR Cut 2"
Camera: ToupTek ATR3 CMOS 26000 KPA
Baader MPCC Coma Corrector

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