Model of early John Kingston valve

Made:
1902-1903 in South Kensington
maker:
Science Museum, Workshops

Sectional model, scale 1:4, of an early John Kingston-type valve, 4.5 in. diameter, for marine propulsion, c.1837, on wood base, by Science Museum Workshops, London, England, 1902-1903

Details

Category:
Marine Engines
Object Number:
1903-38
Materials:
copper (alloy), bronze (copper, tin alloy), teak (wood), stainless steel and wood (unidentified)
Measurements:
overall: 355 mm x 305 mm x 255 mm, 5.01kg
type:
model - representation and valve