The Veil Nebula Complex

The Veil Nebula Complex

The Veil Nebula is a large supernova remnant in the constellation Cygnus. The source supernova exploded between 10.000 and 20.000 years ago, and the remnants have since expanded to cover an area roughly 3 degrees in diameter (about 6 times the diameter, and 36 times the area, of the full Moon). The distance to the nebula is not precisely known, with estimates ranging from 1,400 to 2,600 light-years.

Exposure: 4hrs 35min

Setup

  • Scope: Askar 103APO
  • Lens: Askar 0.6x Reducer
  • Camera: Canon EOS 6Da
  • Filter: Antlia TriBand RGB Ultra
  • Mount: Skywatcher AZ-EQ5 GT
  • Guiding: Svbony SV165 Guide Scope with ZWO ASI 224MC
  • Controller: ZWO ASIAir Pro

Objects

  • 52 Cygni
  • IC 1340
  • NGC 6960
  • NGC 6974
  • NGC 6979
  • NGC 6992
  • NGC 6995