M36

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M36
Object #52
Object type

open cluster

Other Names

NGC 1960, Pinwheel Cluster, Melotte 37, Collinder 71

Data
Magnitude:6.0

Right ascension:05:36:17.70
Declination:34:08:27.00
Constellation:Auriga
Season:winter

Visibility

Binocular
Telescope

This cluster shows as a faint fuzzy patch in a pair of binoculars and resolves into a cluster of stars in a small telescope. Easy to find and well worth the look. Look for M37 and M38 nearby.

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Observations

Observer: Jason Nishiyama Location:Calgary Date of observation:19 January 2009 Observations made:NBT
Visibility: BT Binocular type:10x50 Telescope type:MAK127
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