Dalim (α Fornacis) is the brightest star in the constellation Fornax in the southern sky. It is about 45 light-years (ly) away and has an apparent magnitude of 3.85 mag.
It is the only star in the constellation Fornax with a apparent magnitude brighter 4.0 mag.
| Dalim | |
|---|---|
| Constellation | Fornax |
| Right ascension | 3h 12m 04.53s |
| Declination | –28° 59′ 15.43″ |
| Apparent magnitude | 3.85 mag |
| Distance | (45.66 ± 0.08) ly |
| Bayer designation | α Fornacis |
| Bright Star Catalogue | HR 963 |
| Hipparcos Catalogue | HIP 14879 |
| SAO Catalogue | SAO 168373 |
