Wimshurst Electrical Machine, English, 1888
- maker:
- Philip Harris and Company
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Hand driven cylindrical type of Wimshurst machine by Harris & Co., London, 1888. Fitted with two leyden jars (capacitors), mounted on side of stand.
Details
- Category:
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Object Number:
- 1888-140
- Materials:
- mahogany (wood), brass (copper, zinc alloy), glass, tin (foil), cork, leather and ebonite (plastic)
- Measurements:
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overall: 520 mm x 380 mm x 330 mm, 2.897kg
- credit:
- Philip Harris Plc; Philip Harris and Company
