Transformer
Object detail
Accession number
2002.93
Description
White metal "Safasleep" transformer. Rectangular in shape with curved corners. Front face of transformer has a metallic grille, with a green light in the top left corner, and an adjustment knob on the right side. Back of unit has a silver label. White power cord with three pin plug extends from back left of the transformer. A three pin socket also extends from back of transformer.
Marks
Safa Productions TAWA Impressed
Type LSU 2 / Patent design No. 8542 - made in N.Z. / by Safer Productions Ltd., Tawa. / N.Z.S.S. 1302 License No. 1225 / 230 volt / A.C. only input / 18 volt / 70 watt output Label
Type LSU 2 / Patent design No. 8542 - made in N.Z. / by Safer Productions Ltd., Tawa. / N.Z.S.S. 1302 License No. 1225 / 230 volt / A.C. only input / 18 volt / 70 watt output Label
Credit Line
Transformer, 2002.93. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
Public comments
They were made for early electric blanket control.
- Steve Miller posted 3 years ago.