Transformer
Edison & Swan Electric Co. Ltd
Category
Historic Services / Electricity supply
Date
Unknown
Materials
Metal
Measurements
273 mm (H)165 mm (W)235 mm (D)1283 mm (Length)2083 mm (Length)
Place of origin
Ponders End
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Kingston Lacy Estate, Dorset
NT 1256925
Summary
Transformer - Tungar rectifier for converting 220/230 volts AC into 2/12 volts DC made by Edison Swan Electric Co Ltd. Fitted with two cables (black and white) and connections. The black cable is fitted with a bayonet fitting for connection to a similar light fitting, the white cable has two connector clamps. A rectifier is a device for converting alternating electric current from the mains into direct current for use in a radio.
Marks and inscriptions
MADE IN ENGLAND (on copper label attached to the front on the object, at bottom)
Makers and roles
Edison & Swan Electric Co. Ltd, manufacturer