2.27
Apparent Mag54.7
Distance (ly)F2III
Spectral Type7,079
Temperature (K)Beta Cassiopeiae, also known as Caph, marks the rightmost star of Cassiopeia's W.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude2.27
Absolute Magnitude1.17
Distance54.7 light-years
Spectral TypeF2III
Temperature7,079 K
Luminosity28 L☉
Radius3.43 R☉
Mass1.91 M☉
Right Ascension00h 09m 10.7s
Declination+59° 08′ 59.2″
ConstellationCassiopeia
Notable Facts
- Also known as Caph meaning palm
- It is a Delta Scuti variable
- Caph marks the leading star of Cassiopeia's W