Seventy five pair polythene insulated and sheathed distribution cable, 1933-1969
- Made:
- 1933-1969 in United Kingdom
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Seventy five pair polythene insulated and sheathed distribution cable, unknown maker, British, 1933-1969
Details
- Category:
- Telecommunications
- Object Number:
- 1962-74
- Materials:
- polyethylene (polythene), metal (unknown) and paper (fibre product)
- Measurements:
-
overall: 235 mm 20 mm, .14 kg
- type:
- cable
- credit:
- Donated by STC plc
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