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Telegraph Relay, by Siemens

Inventory Number 15202

Acknowledgement: © History of Science Museum, University of Oxford, inv.15202

Item type
Object
Primary inscriptions
“SIEMENS BROs & Co / LONDON No 11738”
Physical material
copper alloy
Wood
Glass
Object type
Telegraphy equipment
Dimensions
Diameter: 130mm Height: 130mm Weight: 1.1kg
Inventory No
15202

Description

Telegraph Relay by Siemens, with glazed top, copper alloy cylindrical case upon mahogany base labelled “R/200”. “Spacing Marking” engraved on the side of cylinder. Seven copper alloy terminals upon upper surface of base, labelled “M”, “T”, “S”, “D”, “D”, “U” and “U”. Base has wires and green fabric coated spring. White plastic rope attached to one terminal.

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