2.58
Apparent Mag395
Distance (ly)B2IVne
Spectral Type22,000
Temperature (K)Delta Centauri is a Be star in Centaurus that is a variable and rapid rotator.
Stellar Data
Apparent Magnitude2.58
Absolute Magnitude-2.84
Distance395 light-years
Spectral TypeB2IVne
Temperature22,000 K
Luminosity6,300 L☉
Radius6.5 R☉
Mass9 M☉
Right Ascension12h 08m 21.5s
Declination-50° 43′ 20.7″
ConstellationCentaurus
Notable Facts
- Delta Centauri is a Be star with variable emission
- It rotates at high speed, ejecting gas from its equator
- The star is about 6,300 times more luminous than the Sun