NGC 2736, the Pencil Nebula in the constellation Vela
Posted: Jan 1st, 2026
Technical Info
Telescope/Lens:250мм Ньютон 1/4
Camera:QHY268M
Mount:Sky-Watcher AZ-EQ6 GT
Guide Scope:QHY off-axis guider
Guide Camera:Lodestar
Software:N.I.N.A, PHD, Pixinsight
Exposure:
236 x 300" ISO/Gain: 25 - LRGBHaOIII
Astrohosting Izabis, Namibia
Dec 25th, 2025
19 h 40 m
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NGC 2736 is an emission nebula in the constellation Vela. It was formed by a shock wave as part of a larger supernova remnant in the same constellation (the Vela supernova remnant). It is located at a distance of 815 light-years. The nebula itself is only 5 light-years long. It is visible to the eye, but only photography reveals the delicate filamentary structure. Captured in Namibia during moonless nights from mid-November to late December, with a total exposure of about 20 hours using LRGB, Ha, and OIII filters.
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