Observation data Epoch J2000 Equinox J2000 | |
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Constellation | Vela |
Right ascension | 08h 35m 20.65525s[1] |
Declination | −45° 10′ 35.1545″[1] |
Apparent magnitude (V) | 23.6 |
Astrometry | |
Distance | 959+248 −163 ly (294+76 −50[2] pc) |
Other designations | |
Database references | |
SIMBAD | data |
The Vela Pulsar (PSR J0835-4510 or PSR B0833-45) is a radio, optical, X-ray- and gamma-emitting pulsar associated with the Vela Supernova Remnant in the constellation of Vela. Its parent Type II supernova exploded approximately 11,000–12,300 years ago (and was about 800 light-years away).