Celestial hemisphere:  Northern  ·  Constellation: Cassiopeia (Cas)  ·  Contains:  IC 1590  ·  NGC 281
NGC 281 - Pacman Nebula, Scott Deming
NGC 281 - Pacman Nebula
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NGC 281 - Pacman Nebula, Scott Deming
NGC 281 - Pacman Nebula
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Good Day!

I got out last night and imaged NGC 281, the Pacman Nebula. It was a perfect night. No moon, no wind and low humidity, until later when the dew showed up. I hope you enjoy it and look forward to comments or helpful input.

ScottEquipment:
Orion 8" f3.9 Newtonian
QHY294mc imaging camera
Explore Scientific Coma Corrector
Optolong LeXtreme filter
Orion 62mm guide scope
ZWO120mini guide camera
Celestron CGX mount
CPWI software for target locating and main connection
Sharpcap
PHD2Imaging:
Lights - 80 frames at two and a half minutes
Darks - 40
Flats - 50
Dark Flats - 50
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NGC 281 - Pacman Nebula, Scott Deming