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Eps Cen
B1IIIEps Cen · Centaurus
Eps Cen is a B1III-type star located in the constellation of Centaurus. Sitting at a distance of approximately 427 ly from Earth, it shines with an apparent magnitude of 2.29, making it an interesting target for observation. It is officially recorded in the Hipparcos catalog as HIP 66657.
Common NameEps Cen
Bayer DesignationEps Cen
HIP Catalog IDHIP 66657
ConstellationCentaurus
Right Ascension13h 39m 53.3s
Declination-53° 27' 59"
Distance427 ly
Apparent Magnitude+2.29
Absolute Magnitude-3.30
Color Index (B-V)-0.17
Spectral ClassB1III
Variable StarNo