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NGC 281 - Pacman Nebula

NGC 281, IC 11 or Sh2-184 is a bright emission nebula and part of an H II region in the northern constellation of Cassiopeia.
NGC 281 is also known as the Pacman Nebula for its resemblance to the video game character.

H-alpha data taken 19 October 2023 from Lockwood Valley, California

90 minutes 2x binned, 15 minute sub-exposures

Total Exposure Time = 1 hour 30 min

Camera: SBIG STXL-11002M, Scope: Planewave CDK-17 at f/6.8, Mount: Paramount ME
Off-Axis Guided with SBIG Self-Guiding Filter Wheel hide exif
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Date/Time20-Oct-2023 12:35:44
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