Messier 27, the Dumbbell nebula

Constellation: Valpecula

Messier 27, also known as NGC 6853 and the Dumbbell nebula, is a planetary nebula located in the constellation of Valpecula. It is located about 1360 Ly from Earth. The image was taken with narrowband filter: Hydrogen-α, Oxygen III and Sulfure II.

A planetary nebula is a region of cosmic gas and dust formed from the cast-off outer layers of a dying star. Despite their name, planetary nebulae have nothing to do with planets.

Dates:

This image was taken in May and June, 2023

Color palette: HOO with RGB stars

Telescope & Mount:

16″ CDK on a ASA DDM85 mount

Imaging:

Camera: ZWO ASI2600MM Pro (bin 1×1)

Data:
Red: 177x60s
Green: 144x60s
Blue: 120x60s
Ha: 289x180s
Oiii: 121x180s

Total integration time: 27h 51′