17 Vul

17 Vul

17 Vul is a B-type (Blue-White) star. It carries the designation 17 Vul.

Located approximately 504.1 light-years from Earth, 17 Vul resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

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

With an apparent magnitude of +5.08, 17 Vul sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its blue hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of -0.162.

Propriétés physiques

Classe Spectrale B Class B — B-type (Blue-White)
Indice de couleur (B−V) -0,162

Observation

Magnitude Apparente +5.08
Magnitude Absolue -0,86
Distance 504 ly

Position

Ascension droite 20h 6,89m
Déclinaison 23° 36,87′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is 17 Vul?
17 Vul is a Class B — B-type (Blue-White) star.
How far is 17 Vul from Earth?
17 Vul is approximately 504.1 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17 Vul with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.08, 17 Vul is visible to the naked eye.