Cas 27Gam Cas

Cih is a small, red dwarf star classified as a type M dwarf. It is part of the Cas constellation, located approximately 14 degrees north of north latitude and 60 degrees west longitude, in the southern hemisphere. This star’s magnitude is remarkably low, listed at 2.15 – appearing as a faint, almost distant star in the night sky. While not exceptionally bright, it does display a considerable activity.

The star’s recognizability in the sky stems from its positioning within the Cas constellation. The constellation’s shape, particularly its prominent grouping of relatively bright stars, naturally leads observers to recognize Cih's relatively small size. It maintains a stable, somewhat low-intensity luminosity. Without external information, we are unable to infer any specific spectral type or colour. Its orbital characteristics are relatively predictable, meaning it is highly stable and has experienced minimal changes over its observed history.

Considering its spectral classification, Cih likely exists within the faint temperature zone, meaning it primarily emits across the electromagnetic spectrum, including some ultraviolet and infrared. Its estimated distance from Earth is approximately 300-400 AU, suggesting that it is relatively close to us. A small, isolated magnitude provides a unique element of distinction – a faint, steady presence requiring prolonged observation to become noticeable.

How to see it

Cih has a visual magnitude of about 2.15: under a reasonably dark sky it is typically reachable with the unaided eye.

Sky position

Equatorial coordinates for Cih: right ascension 0h 56m 43s, declination +60° 43′ 0″ (J2000), in the region of the Cassiopeia constellation (IAU figure Cas).

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Catalog context

Cih. It appears in classical and modern catalogs as Bayer/Flamsteed designation 27Gam Cas, HIP 4427, HD 5394, Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-4427. In the SkyKeepsake Cassiopeia (Cas) browse hub it sits with other stars of the same IAU figure.

Catalog identifiers

Gaia

Gaia DR3 HYG-HIP-4427

HIP

4427

HD

5394

gaia_dr3

HYG-HIP-4427

Bayer / Flamsteed

27Gam Cas

Also known as

• 27Gam Cas
• Gaia DR3 TOP 5M HYG-HIP-4427
• HD 5394
• HIP 4427
• HYG-HIP-4427

Observed properties

Visual magnitude

2.15