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.fits

FITS Astronomy Data

A sample FITS (Flexible Image Transport System) file with astronomical image data and headers for testing observatory tools.

.fits

FITS Astronomy Data

science file · 500 KB

A sample FITS (Flexible Image Transport System) file with astronomical image data and headers for testing observatory tools.

Format
FITS
Size
500 KB
MIME
application/fits
Bytes
512,000
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File Details

File Name
FITS Astronomy Data.fits
Format
FITS
File Size
500 KB
MIME Type
application/fits
License
Free for testing

About FITS Files

The FITS format is commonly used in the science & research category. FITS files are supported by a wide range of applications and tools. This sample file is a valid, well-formed example with proper headers and metadata, designed for testing file upload/download functionality, validating parsers and converters, QA automation, and learning about the FITS file format structure. All files on File Examples are free to download without registration.

Common Use Cases for .fits Files

  • Testing file upload and download functionality in web and mobile applications
  • Validating FITS parsers, converters, and rendering engines
  • QA and automated testing in CI/CD pipelines
  • Prototyping applications that process science & research files
  • Learning about the FITS file format structure and metadata