HIP 117263

HIP 117263 is a K-type (Orange) star.

At a distance of roughly 1,690 light-years, HIP 117263 is a distant star lying deep within the Milky Way galaxy.

HIP 117263 is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

HIP 117263 has an apparent magnitude of +8.86, 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 orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.300.

物理特性

光谱类型 K Class K — K-type (Orange)
色指数 (B−V) 1.300

观测

视星等 +8.86
绝对星等 0.29
距离 1,690 ly

位置

赤经 23h 46.58m
赤纬 -68° 3.37′

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of star is HIP 117263?
HIP 117263 is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is HIP 117263 from Earth?
HIP 117263 is approximately 1,689.9 light-years from Earth.
Can you see HIP 117263 with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 8.86, HIP 117263 is not visible to the naked eye.