Electrostatic Generator [Wimshurst Machine]

Object detail

Accession number

1978.258

Description

Plate electric machine "Wimshurst". Generates electricity by influence through two counter rotating disks covered with strips of aluminium, the charge removed by copper brushes touching one disk. Has a hand-operated handle that spins the two discs. Metal four-legged base. Multiple levers. Two plastic tubes sealed with cork at each end.

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Synthetic/Plastic
Processed Material/Metal/Copper
Processed Material/Metal/Aluminium

Credit Line

Electrostatic Generator [Wimshurst Machine], 1978.258. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Instrument, Electrical Generator, Electrostatic Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Electrical & Magnetic T&E Electrical & Magnetic Measurement Devices

Collection type

Electrical Industrial Heritage Technology

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