Saiph

53Kap Ori

Saiph is a B-type (Blue-White) star located in the constellation Orion. It carries the designation 53Kap Ori.

Located approximately 647.1 light-years from Earth, Saiph resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

Saiph is classified as a spectral class B star (B-type (Blue-White)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

At an apparent magnitude of +2.07, Saiph is visible to the naked eye under reasonably clear skies. It may require dark-sky conditions to be seen comfortably in areas with significant light pollution. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.168.

Physikalische Eigenschaften

Spektralklasse Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Farbindex (B−V) -0,168

Beobachtung

Scheinbare Helligkeit +2.07
Absolute Helligkeit -4,42
Entfernung 647 ly
Sternbild Orion

Position

Rektaszension 5h 47,76m
Deklination -9° 40,18′

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What type of star is Saiph?
Saiph is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is Saiph from Earth?
Saiph is approximately 647.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see Saiph with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 2.07, Saiph is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is Saiph in?
Saiph is located in the constellation Orion.