Voidmeter [Abtus]

Object detail

Accession number

2011.336

Maker

New Zealand Rail
Abtus Limited

Production period

1950s

Description

A green metal measure packing gauge that monitors the relative movement as a train passes over the rails. 2 Disassociated labels, one with "SR 650" and the other has "Date Installed S.L.79".

Marks

Make certain that upper index pointer friction joint is accurately adjusted
ABTUS / MADE IN / ENGLAND Maker's Mark
SR 650 Printed
Date Installed S.L.79 Printed

Media/Materials

Processed Material/Metal
Processed Material/Paper

Credit Line

New Zealand Rail et al. Voidmeter [Abtus], 2011.336. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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Classification

Tools & Equipment for Science & Technology Electrical & Magnetic T&E Electrical & Magnetic Measurement Devices

Production place

England Great Britain British Isles Europe Great Britain United Kingdom

Collection type

Rail Transport

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