The Horsehead Nebula Mosaic
| This region of nebulosity is located at the Belt of Orion. There is over 10 hours of data combined for this two frame mosaic. The Horsehead was first photographed in the late 1800's. It is designated IC 434 and is located just left of center in this image. Also prominent in this photograph is the Flame Nebula. |
| Telescope: Astro-Physics 160mm EDF f7.5 @ f7.7 | Designation: IC 434 |
Mount: Astro-Physics AP1200GTO |
Constellation: Orion |
| Camera: Apogee U16M with Gen II Astrodon Filters | Distance: Approx 1600 Light Years |
| Guiding: SBIG ST402 via Mini Borg 60mm | Type: Emission Nebula |
| Exposure: 10 hours, RGB 15 minute subs | Position: R.A. 05 hr 40 min , Dec -020 28' |
| Processed using CCDStack, PhotoShop CS3, Registar | Date: 19-26 November 2008 |
| Acquisition: CCDAutopilot/CCDSoft/The Sky 6/M1OASYS | Location: Deerlick Astronomy Village |