NGC 6559
NGC 6559 is a star-forming region located at a distance of about 5000 light-years from Earth, in the constellation of Sagittarius, showing both emission (red) and reflection (bluish) regions. The nebula is found within Sharpless 29, an irregular H II region.
Image Details
Camera
ASI2600MM DUO
Scope
AT12 IN
Mount
Paramount ME
Guiding
Selfguide 5 sec
Exposure
S:H:O 5:7:4 * 5 min exposures @-10C = 1:20 total
Location
Donvale
Date
2026-10-0409-27
Coordinates
RA: 18h 09m 44s
DEC: -23° 55' 19"
DEC: -23° 55' 19"
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