17 Del
17 Del
17 Del is a K-type (Orange) star. It carries the designation 17 Del.
Located approximately 479.6 light-years from Earth, 17 Del resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.
17 Del is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.
With an apparent magnitude of +5.19, 17 Del 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.119.
Physical Properties
| Spectral Class | Class K — K-type (Orange) |
| Color Index (B−V) | 1.119 |
Observation
| Apparent Magnitude | +5.19 |
| Absolute Magnitude | -0.65 |
| Distance | 480 ly |
Position
| Right Ascension | 20h 55.61m |
| Declination | 13° 43.29′ |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of star is 17 Del?
17 Del is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 17 Del from Earth?
17 Del is approximately 479.6 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 17 Del with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.19, 17 Del is visible to the naked eye.