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LDN1235

cooltyn
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LDN1235
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Technical information

Telescope/Lens
Sky-Watcher 200PDS
Camera
ZWO ASI 2600mc
Mount
HEQ5 Pro
Guide Scope
Svbony SV106
Guide Camera
ZWO ASI 120mm
Location
Актау, Казахстан

Light pollution

Gray, Bortle 2 zone

Date taken

Exposure

  • 45 × 180″ · ISO/Gain: 100

Total exposure: 2 h 15 m

Comments

Buzzard
Nice shot!

Did you use a mask on the mirror? The stars look really neat.
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cooltynReply to Buzzard
Yes, a homemade mask is essential—you can't do without it.
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BuzzardReply to cooltyn
Is the mask on the mirror itself, or is there also an aperture mask right at the telescope's entrance?
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cooltynReply to Buzzard
Normal, on a tripod
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BuzzardReply to cooltyn
Understood, thank you for your answer!
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