HIP 502

HIP 502 is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Pegasus.

At a distance of roughly 1,173 light-years, HIP 502 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 502 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 502 has an apparent magnitude of +6.62, placing it beyond naked-eye visibility. A good pair of binoculars or a small telescope is required to observe this star. Observers will note its red hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.531.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class K — K-type (Orange)
Farbindex (B−V) 1,531

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +6.62
Absolute Helligkeit -1,16
Entfernung 1,173 ly
Sternbild Pegasus

Position

Rektaszension 0h 6,01m
Deklination 28° 16,62′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is HIP 502?
HIP 502 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 502 from Earth?
HIP 502 is approximately 1,173.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 502 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 6.62, HIP 502 is not visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is HIP 502 in?
HIP 502 is located in the constellation Pegasus.