Matrix grid for Linofilm 505 photosetter, 1950-1976

Made:
1950-1976 in New York state
maker:
Mergenthaler Linotype Company

Linofilm photosetter matrix grid, serial number 1890-0-26266, 1950-1976. The characters are inscribed onto a glass plate and the matrix remains stationary during the printing process.

Details

Category:
Printing & Writing
Object Number:
1976-442
Materials:
steel (metal), metal (unknown), acetate (film) and glass
Measurements:
overall: 10 mm x 140 mm x 120 mm, .195kg
type:
printing matrix
credit:
Linotype Paul Ltd.