LDN 1228 & LBN 552 – Dark Dust in Cepheus

Image Title: Fighting Dragons in Cepheus

Copyright: Tom Dinneen

Date image was taken: April 27, 2025

Location: Trevinca Skies (Bortle 3)

Data Acquisition Method: Personal Telescope Setup

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Image Description and Details: LDN 1228 and LBN 552 are part of the Cepheus Molecular Cloud Complex. Located just 11 degrees from Polaris in the northern skies. Taken over four nights to make a 2x1 Mosaic. Each panel has 1.5hrs each for R, G and B and 4hrs for L. Total integration 17hours.

Equipment Details: Takahashi TSA-120 with reducer (625mm f/5.25). ASI2600MM and Chroma LRGB filters.

Name: Tom Dinneen