NGC 6830
| NGC 6830 | |
|---|---|
NGC 6830 imaged by Pan-STARRS | |
| Observation data | |
| Right ascension | 19h 52m 07s |
| Declination | ±23° 10′ 05″ |
| Distance | ~6,000 Lj[1] |
| Apparent magnitude (V) | 7.9[2] |
| Absolute magnitude (V) | -3.65 |
| Apparent dimensions (V) | 4.2' x 4.2'[2] |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Other designations | Collinder 406, Melotte 224[3] |
| Associations | |
| Constellation | Vulpecula |
NGC 6830, also known as the Poodle Cluster,[3] is an open cluster in Vulpecula. It contains about 150 members.[3] It was discovered by William Herschel in 1784.
References
- ^ "NGC 6830".
- ^ a b "NGC 6830 - Open Cluster in Vulpecula". Retrieved March 9, 2026.
- ^ a b c Allen, Michael L. "Sagitta and Vulpecula" (PDF).