The SIMBAD database lists NGC1493 as a Seyfert II Galaxy, i.e. it has a quasar-like nucleus with very high surface brightnesses whose spectra reveal strong, high-ionisation emission lines, but unlike quasars, the host galaxy is clearly detectable.[4]
According to A.M. Garcia, NGC 1493 is a member of the NGC 1493 galaxy group (also known as LGG 106).[5] This group contains six galaxies, including IC 2000, NGC 1483, NGC 1494, PGC 13979, and PGC 14125.
One supernova has been observed in NGC 1493. SN 2024abfo (typeII, mag. 16.793) was discovered by ATLAS on 15 November 2024.[6]
^Garcia, A. M. (1993). "General study of group membership. II. Determination of nearby groups". Astronomy and Astrophysics Supplement Series. 100: 47. Bibcode:1993A&AS..100...47G.
^"SN2024abfo". Transient Name Server. IAU. Retrieved 16 November 2024.