NGC 2736, the Pencil nebula
Constellation: Vela
NGC 2736, also known as the Pencil nebula is a small part of the Vela Supernova Remnant in the constellation of Vela, about 815 Ly from earth. Link to interactive sky chart.
Dates:
Data acquired remotely in March 2024 using Martin Pugh’s equipment.
His telescope is located in Australia (Observatory: Heaven’s second mirror, NSW).
Colour palette is HOO.
Telescope & Mount:
SharpStar 140mm (F4.8) on a Software Bisque Paramount ME II mount.
Imaging:
Camera: SBIG STXL16200, FW8G
Data:
Nebula:
Astrodon Ha: 67x600s
Astrodon O3: 74x600s
Total integration time: 23h 30′