The Kepler-430 System
2 planets
Cygnus
Kepler-430 is a planetary system in the constellation Cygnus hosting 2 confirmed exoplanets, about 2,992 light-years from Earth.
Size Comparison: The Planets of Kepler-430
Kepler-430: Star and Habitable Zone
Kepler-430
- Surface temperature
- 5,884 K (Sun: 5,772 K)
- Mass
- 1.17 M☉
- Radius
- 1.49 R☉
Too hot
Optimistic habitable zone
Conservative habitable zone
Too cold
Habitable zone of Kepler-430: 1.148–2.698 AU (conservative: 1.454–2.558 AU), per Kopparapu et al. (2014). Earth orbits the Sun at 1 AU.
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All 2 Planets in the Kepler-430 System
| Planet | Type | Orbit | Radius | ESI | Discovered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kepler-430 b | Sub Neptune | 36 d | 3.25 R⊕ | 0.23 | 2015 |
| Kepler-430 c | Super Earth | 111 d | 1.75 R⊕ | 0.40 | 2015 |
Discovery History
The first planet found here, Kepler-430 b, was discovered in 2015 using the transit method.
- 2015 — Kepler-430 b (Transit)
- 2015 — Kepler-430 c (Transit)
Frequently Asked Questions About Kepler-430
How many planets does Kepler-430 have?
Kepler-430 has 2 confirmed exoplanets. More may await discovery.
Are any planets in the Kepler-430 system habitable?
None of the known planets in Kepler-430 orbit within the star's habitable zone.
How far away is Kepler-430?
Kepler-430 is about 2,992 light-years from Earth in the constellation Cygnus.