Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Experiments investigating battery box vibrations with cantilever versus standard cross-member supports on the 40/50 model. | ||
| View original record | From Hs/Gry. To Mr. E. c.c. to Ds. c. to Dr. c. to By. X6055-6 x634 x7536 Hs/Gry.1/MJ.8.1.31. BATTERY BOX VIBRATIONS ON P.11. In order to verify that the battery on the 40/50 undergoes more movement… | ||
| img002 | Graphical analysis of the movement of a cantilever battery box support at various drum speeds. | ||
| View original record | SHEET 1 CANTILEVER BATTERY BOX SUPPORT MOVEMENT OF EXTREMITY OF BATTERY BOX SUPPORT RELATIVE TO THE FRAME CROSS MEMBER AT THE REAR OF THE FRAME. THE ACTUAL MOVEMENT SHOWN IS CANTILEVER SUPPORT… | ||
| img003 | Measurement graphs showing axle tramping at various speeds for a continuous battery box support. | ||
| View original record | 14.99 SHEET II CONTINUOUS BATTERY BOX SUPPORT MEASUREMENTS AS IN SHEET 1 14.99 M.P.H 18.45 M.P.H 25.83 M.P.H 30 M.P.H CRITICAL AXLE SPEED TRAMPING | ||
| img004 | Performance of a cantilever battery box support and requesting further static deflection tests. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. From Hs/Rn. BATTERY BOX SUPPORT. We have now proved to our satisfaction that the Cantilever battery box support allows the battery a great deal more movement under running conditions than the… | ||
| img005 | Confirming fitment and providing dimensions for two Exide battery models in the 20 HP battery box. | ||
| View original record | X4378. 22.1.31. X.4378 20 HP. BATTERY BOX. A week or two ago Roy/Ms. enquired whether the 6XL3-4 battery would go in the box originally made for the 6XR3-1 battery. The answer to this query was in the… | ||
| img006 | Inquiry regarding the provision of a sheet metal battery box for the 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6043 By. from EFC. EFC6/AD22.1.31. X.6043. 20/25 SHEET METAL BATTERY BOX X.6053. We should be pleased to know from you what is now the exact position regarding the provision of a sheet metal battery… | ||
| img007 | Stopping work on the sheet metal battery box for the 20/25 HP chassis due to the development of a new 28 HP model. | ||
| View original record | EFC. X6043. BY/Cgh12/G.23.1.31. X 6042 20/25 HP. SHEET METAL BATTERY BOX. X.6053 (struck through) EFC6/AD.22.1.31. We have stopped work on the sheet metal battery box for the above, as it is not worth… | ||
| img008 | Extract from a 10,000-mile report on the battery and fittings for vehicle L8-GIV. | ||
| View original record | X5535. Extract from report on L8-GIV at 10,000 miles dated 30.1.31. X.5535. BATTERY AND FITTINGS TO LOP. F.56808. P & R BATTERY. We have had no trouble with the battery box and anchorage, at the… | ||
| img009 | Suggestion to reduce the cost of the 25 HP chassis by simplifying the battery box wiring. | ||
| View original record | X5535 9.2.31. Extract from list of suggestions made to reduce the cost of the 25 HP. chassis. X.5535. BATTERY BOX WIRING. X.6055. The wiring to the 20/25 battery box is completely enclosed in flexible… | ||
| img010 | The condition and failure analysis of a Young 2 battery after extended use. | ||
| View original record | 676. X6056. 12-2-31. J.O.118 X4671 Young 2. Battery. (175) This battery is now 2 years 3 months old & has run 15,165 miles on the road. One of the lead burnt up connectors was fractured on the… | ||
| img011 | Report analyzing the construction and condition of battery plates and separators. | ||
| View original record | 2 J.D.118. All the plates have arched supports in lieu of feet, this gives a slight increase in capacity by using deeper plates. The wood separators were in a fair condition. They were bad fitting… | ||
| img012 | Examination report on a U.S.A. Exide 6-volt battery for an LH chassis. | ||
| View original record | E.7.C. J.D.119. X6021 19-2-31 X6021 Examination of U.S.A. Exide 6 volt unit Battery Type 3XCR-13-1RA for LH Chassis. This battery is a 3 compartment moulded container type made of hard rubber, more… | ||
| img013 | Description of the internal construction of a battery cell, detailing the number and dimensions of positive and negative plates. | ||
| View original record | 2 J.D.119. Internal construction of cell 13 plates of a thin type are used combined with thin wood & ebonite separators. This is to enable the maximum capacity to be obtained in the minimum of space.… | ||
| img014 | Description of wood and ebonite battery separators, including their dimensions, design features, and a general assessment. | ||
| View original record | 3 JD.119. giving independant support on 4 bridge bars. Wood Separators. These separators are very thin & delicate, the thickness being .062" (1.51mm.) & the flesh .034" (.86mm) in a wet state. Ribs… | ||
| img015 | Technical note detailing the poor construction and expected short life of a battery due to uncleaned plate lugs and thin plates. | ||
| View original record | J.D.119. as compared with our Std: battery: The plate lugs are not cleaned before burning on to the strap making this appear a poor job. this battery is not expected to give a good life, for one… | ||
| img016 | Examination report on a U.S.A. Exide Battery Type 3XCR-13-IRA for left-hand drive chassis. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. Sg. c. Wor. E. c. Ey. Da. X6021. EFC2/AD20. 2. 31. X.6021. U.S.A. EXIDE BATTERY TYPE 3XCR-13-IRA FOR LEFT-HAND CHASSIS. (TWO SIMILAR 6-VOLT UNITS CONSTITUTE THE BATTERY). We have… | ||
| img017 | Battery construction, detailing issues with plates, wood and ebonite separators, and summarising potential faults. | ||
| View original record | EFC2/AERO.2.31. contd. -2- The thinner plate is more easily buckled and will not retain the paste so effectively, particularly with the type of grid used having the apices of the grid bars facing… | ||
| img018 | Continued memo discussing the efficiency and life expectancy of L.H. batteries compared to standard batteries. | ||
| View original record | -3- (3) The plate separation will certainly not be as efficient as in our standard batteries. and (4) Generally speaking the battery will not and cannot be expected to give anything like as good a… | ||
| img019 | Comparison table of various 6-volt batteries from manufacturers including National, Exide, and Ford. | ||
| View original record | X.6054. X.6021. COMPARISON OF FORD 6-VOLT BATTERIES WITH R.R. 40/50 6-VOLT UNITS OF NATIONAL AND EXIDE MANUFACTURE. Maker. | Type. | Capacity 10-hour rate | Length (") | Width (") | Height (") |… | ||
| img020 | The supply of a battery for the USA 200 Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6021. To Hs. from Sg. re USA. 200 Chassis. Sg1/E24.2.31 Referring to the question of the battery I am wondering whether you think it advisable to send Springfield a copy of DFC2/AD20.2.31 in regard… | ||
| img021 | Covering note to send a report regarding batteries for U.S.A. chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6021. To Sg. From Hs. Hs.8/MJ.26.2.31. BATTERIES FOR U.S.A CHASSIS. We think it would be an excellent thing to send a copy of EFC.2/AD20.2.31 to U.S.A. We attache herewith copy of the report and… | ||
| img022 | Letter concerning a report and criticisms of a sample battery for the imported Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6021. Mr. Burton, Rolls-Royce (America) Inc., Springfield, Mass. U. S. A. From Hs. Hs.9/MJ.26.2.31. Attached herewith is a report from EFC. on the sample battery you sent over, which is the type you… | ||
| img023 | Letter from the National Accumulator Company Limited proposing a meeting with Mr. Preston. | ||
| View original record | X6122. NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6368. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. 11th March, 1931. E. Fowler… | ||
| img024 | Letter from the American branch to the UK headquarters discussing the suitability and longevity of English versus American batteries for the PII chassis. | ||
| View original record | x6021 ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC. SPRINGFIELD, MASS. Btn-6 March 26, 1931. Rolls Royce, Ltd., Derby, England. Attention of Mr. Hives. Dear Mr. Hives: Re: Batteries. We thank you for your report… | ||
| img025 | Unsatisfactory performance and special design of English made batteries in the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | C O P Y March 23, 1931. To: Mr. Burton From: Mr. Soutter English Made Batteries. As mentioned in our conversation yesterday, and in reply to your memo of March 21: we are unable as yet to express an… | ||
| img026 | Letter from The Electric Storage Battery Company responding to concerns about battery sealing compound and plate design. | ||
| View original record | COPY THE ELECTRIC STORAGE BATTERY COMPANY March 20, 1931. Rolls Royce of American, Inc. Springfield, Mass. Att.Mr. Robert B. Burton Chief Engineer, Chassis Division Dear Mr. Burton: Your letter of… | ||
| img027 | Letter from The Electric Storage Battery Co. discussing the specifications and life expectancy of the XCR-13 battery compared to English alternatives. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - General Motors equipment business. The slotted rubber separator offers less internal resistance when inserted in a battery than the perforated type used by the Chloride Co., in building… | ||
| img028 | Experimental record sheet for an Exide 3RRS-1L-LH3 battery, tracking mileage and usage. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. XNO-6021 Exide 3RRS-1L-LH3 Battery (234) F80951 Date on. Location. Date off. REMARKS. Miles Reading Start. Miles Reading Finish. Miles covered. Total miles.… | ||
| img029 | Experimental record sheet for an Exide 3RRS-11-LH4 Battery, tracking mileage. | ||
| View original record | TXN.O 6021 ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. Exide 3RRS-11-LH4 Battery (235) F80951 | Date on | Location | Date off | REMARKS | Miles Reading Start | Miles Reading Finish | Miles Covered | Total… | ||
| img030 | Electrical experimental record sheet for an Exide battery, tracking mileage usage. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. XMO 6021 Exide 3RRS-1L-LHL Battery (229) F80951 | Date on | Location | Date off | REMARKS | Miles reading Start | Miles reading Finish | Miles covered | Total… | ||
| img031 | Log sheet tracking the usage and mileage of an Exide battery over several months. | ||
| View original record | ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. XMO 6021 Exide 3RRS-1L - LH2 Battery (230) F80951 | Date on. | Location | Date off. | Remarks. | Miles Reading Start | Miles Reading Finish | Miles Covered |… | ||
| img032 | Advising against purchasing a Young Battery for experimental purposes due to the company's liquidation. | ||
| View original record | X6056. S/W To Hs. from Sg. re Young Battery. Sg3/El.4.31 If it is not too late, I do not think it is worth your buying one for experimental purposes as I hear that they are in liquidation. Sg. | ||
| img033 | Letter from the National Accumulator Company Limited arranging a visit. | ||
| View original record | X6122 NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6368. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. 20th May, 1931. Messrs. Rolls… | ||
| img034 | Letter regarding the capacity and weight of a 'Young accumulator' for a 4 litre Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | X6056 NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6368. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. HEW 17th June, 1931. Messrs.… | ||
| img035 | Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. thanking them for a catalogue and information. | ||
| View original record | X6056 HS/HEW2/AD. June 22nd, 1931. The National Accumulator Co.Ltd. 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. C.R.N. Minchin. Dear Sirs, Many thanks for the interesting catalogue… | ||
| img036 | Lead paint alternatives ('Nust' and 'Arcanol') for protecting steel components. | ||
| View original record | LID Hs. X6055' BY/EM14/J.23.7.31. Lead Paint for Protecting Steel. Sg. has drawn our attention to the fact that it is possible to obtain a lead paint which is made up of pure lead in suspension. The… | ||
| img037 | Instructions following a meeting to conduct a petrol consumption test on two Claudel carburetters. | ||
| View original record | Typed Text: A meeting was held this afternoon at which Messrs. Hives, Lovesey, Platt and Elliott were present. Mr Tunaley was also present. It was decided to ask Mr French to carry out a test on the… | ||
| img038 | Battery support failures and arguing that this mechanical issue should not influence the decision to market future chassis without magnetos. | ||
| View original record | X6055. PN.3/WT10.8.31. S/W. Hs...from PN. Copy to W. WOF. (crossed out) Ex. (crossed out) 25-EX. Battery Support Failures. The daily reports show that on 28.7.31 and 31.7.31 the battery supports broke… | ||
| img039 | Requesting further information regarding a 10,000-mile test in France, specifically about the central lubrication system and a front battery suspension failure. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. X6055 DA1/M12.8.31. X.7941 X.4117 X.3806 X.6055. 10,000 MILE TEST IN FRANCE. With reference to HS/RM3/AD5831., and HS/GWH1/KT29731., we should like some more information about the changes… | ||
| img040 | Failure of a battery box on the 25-EX model and proposing a new design for testing. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from Da/Ev. c. Sg. Ey. X6055 Da/EV1/M15.8.31. BATTERY BOXES. We understand that the battery box which failed on the 10,000 miles test of 25-EX, had a single front fixing as at present standard,… | ||
| img041 | Critical memorandum on the unsatisfactory design and material of battery boxes for the P.2 and 25 HP models. | ||
| View original record | Hs. } FROM R. Ry. } EV. } c. Sg. Wor. X6055. R4/M15.8.31. BATTERY BOXES. P.2 ESPECIALLY - 25 HP. ALSO. X.6055. We must wake up on this accessory. Ought not the box itself to be in Staybrite of some… | ||
| img042 | Failures of battery box fixings and the batteries themselves due to excessive vibration, requesting a modified cantilever support design. | ||
| View original record | To R: From Hs. c.c. to Dr. S. c.c. to By. X6055 Hs.5/MJ.21.8.31. A.7236. X.5535 X6055 BATTERY BOX ARRANGEMENT. Replying to R.4/M15.8.31. We have already pointed out that the battery box mounted on… | ||
| img043 | Modification to the cantilever battery suspension for the 25HP 'U' Series vehicle. | ||
| View original record | X6055 BY. FROM DA. DA2/10.9.31. C. to SG. HS. 25HP. BATTERY SUSPENSION - 'U' SERIES. We send herewith N.sch.3333. shewing a modification to the cantilever battery suspension shewn on N.sch 3273. It… | ||
| img044 | Different schemes for the 25HP battery box suspension. | ||
| View original record | X6055 BY. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV1/M2. 9. 31. C. to SG. HS. 25HP. BATTERY BOX SUSPENSION. We have already sent to you N. scheme 3333, shewing a longitudinal girder to replace the cantilever support at the… | ||
| img045 | 25 HP battery box suspension for the 'U' series. | ||
| View original record | X6055. DA. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. BY/HED BY.2/G.9.9.31. 25 HP. RE BATTERY BOX SUSPENSION FOR 'U' SERIES. We are going ahead to produce the scheme as shown on N.Sch.3333 i.e. we will produce the pressing… | ||
| img046 | Battery and suspension arrangement, suggesting a reversion to a previous design for the 20/25 model. | ||
| View original record | X6055 BY. FROM DA. DA3/M26.9.31. C. to S+ HS. J. 3. BATTERY AND SUSPENSION. We send herewith N.sch. 3347 shewing the battery box, battery, and suspension. It will be seen that we have reverted to the… | ||
| img047 | Brief memo regarding the privilege of battery charging. | ||
| View original record | X6182. To Hs./Wst. Worl/T9.10.31. Re Battery charging. I do not wish you to extend this privilege at all. Wor. [Stamp] RECEIVED 9 OCT 1931 | ||
| img048 | Correspondence regarding a cracked lid for a 20/25-HP Exide Battery and the subsequent replacement. | ||
| View original record | X6055. Hs/Wst. ROY/MS2/P.29.10.31. 20/25-HP EXIDE BATTERY TYPE 6-SSM7-IL. In reply to yours Hs/Wstl/AS26.10.31. we give below copy of a letter received from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., in… | ||
| img049 | Request to test a sample of lead paint, referred to as 'Nust', against the effects of dilute sulphuric acid on battery box fittings. | ||
| View original record | BY/EM. from Hs/Wst. Y6055. hs/Wst.4/AMO.11.31. LEAD PAINT FOR PROTECTING METAL PARTS. Would you kindly obtain for us another sample of "Nust" as we wish to try the effect of this material under the… | ||
| img050 | Different types of lead paint for testing purposes on metal parts. | ||
| View original record | X6055 Hs/Wst. BY/EM18/J.11.11.31. Lead Paint for protecting Metal Parts. We have received your note Hs/Wst4/AD.10.11.31 with regard to the lead paint for the above purpose. As we informed you… | ||
| img051 | Experiment to use Arcanol lead paint for battery boxes as an alternative to lead dipping. | ||
| View original record | X6055 By. from Hs/Wst. c. EV/EM. Wor. Hs/Wst8/ADL 7.11.31. ARCANOL LEAD PAINT FOR BATTERY BOXES. We should like to try out the experiment of coating a standard P.2. metal battery box with this paint… | ||
| img052 | Sample of 'Nust' lead paint for experimental use on battery boxes. | ||
| View original record | X6055' Hs/Wst. BY/EM17/J.20.11.31 Lead Paint for Battery Boxes. ----------------------- We are handing to you herewith a sample of "Nust" lead paint for experimental purposes in connection with the… | ||
| img053 | Correspondence regarding a sample moulded battery container lid, specifying a preference for a knurled finish on screw heads. | ||
| View original record | Y6055 Roy/Ms. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/AS23.11.31. MOULDED BATTERY CONTAINER LID Regarding the sample lid submitted by the Chloride Co. with new method of securing the screws, we are satisfied with the… | ||
| img054 | Necessary alteration to the battery box suspension for car 20-G4. | ||
| View original record | γ 6055 BY. FROM HS/LID. c. to EV. R.H.C. HS/LID.4/MA.3.12.31. 20-G4 BATTERY BOX SUSPENSION. Whilst at Park Wards yesterday it was noticed that the body at present being made for 20-G4 would not fit on… | ||
| img055 | Confirming a design change for the 25 HP battery box suspension, moving to a tubular crossmember. | ||
| View original record | X5535 Hs. FROM DA/EV. DA/EV3/M3. 12. 31. X5535 Copy to BY. 25 HP. - BATTERY BOX SUSPENSION. As we promised HS/LID. yesterday we are writing to confirm that R's interest in the battery box suspension,… | ||
| img056 | The failure analysis of a Young R.R. battery. | ||
| View original record | Copy X 6056 TEW 7-12-31. Failure of Young R.R. Battery. This battery was made up in 2 - 6 volt units using R.R. moulded ebonite cases. All cells were fitted with patent Wilderman separators of porous… | ||
| img057 | Fitting of a special lead-painted P.2. metal battery box to chassis 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | RHC. from Hs/Wst. c. Hs/Lid. X6055 Hs/Wst.1/ADS.12.31. SPECIAL LEAD PAINTED P.2. METAL BATTERY BOX. When this box is fitted up with rubbers etc. we should like it fitting to 19-EX. The battery should… | ||
| img058 | Efforts to source a cheaper battery for chassis without detriment to performance. | ||
| View original record | X6122 RECEIVED 9 DEC. 1931 To Hs. from ROY. ROY3/MG9.12.31 BATTERIES We are making special efforts to secure a cheaper Battery for our various Chassis without detriment, if possible, to the life and… | ||
| img059 | Extract from a letter discussing potential cost-saving measures for car batteries while emphasizing the importance of not compromising quality. | ||
| View original record | Extract from letter. To accompany ROY3/MG9.12.31 to Hs. "One of the internal constructions "which has been shown to help so much is the wood and ebonite "separators and if the ebonite were omitted… | ||
| img060 | Request to obtain a large rubber apron for use when attending to batteries and mixing acid. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Roy. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/AM 7.12.31. Will you please obtain for us a large rubber apron for use when batteries are being attended to and acid being mixed etc. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img061 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Ltd. confirming a meeting on December 29th. | ||
| View original record | X6122 THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: - SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS: - CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: - BENTLEYS, LIEBERS, A I. AND A.B.C. (4th & 5th EDITIONS) LONDON… | ||
| img062 | Proposal to use Exide 3XC-15 batteries for the 40/50 Phantom II chassis to reduce cost and increase interchangeability. | ||
| View original record | X6122 To R. from Hs/Wst. C. Sg. C. Wor. E. C. De. EV. Hs/Wst.3/ADS.1.32. X6126. X6122 40/50 CHASSIS BATTERIES. For some time we have been considering how it would be possible to reduce the cost of our… | ||
| img063 | Compatibility of a new battery with Phantom II and 20/25 HP chassis models. | ||
| View original record | Re: Batteries. Referring to the note in the Minutes of the Conference of January 7th. page 6, where I had to look into the battery question, the position is as follows:- (1) P.II. R.H. - The new… | ||
| img064 | Alternative battery options for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY7/N.12.1.32 Cont'd. 20/25 HP. Since we cannot bring in the Universal standard battery for this chassis, and as it would probably be too large in proportion i.e. too heavy for the chassis, we are… | ||
| img065 | Cracked lids on 20/25 Exide batteries (Type 6SM7-IL) in moulded ebonite cases, fitted to experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | X6055 Roy. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.11/ADL5.1.32. 20/25 EXIDE BATTERY IN MOULDED EBONITE CASE TYPE 6SM7-IL. We have two of these batteries on test in the Experimental Dept. fitted to exptl. cars. Both of… | ||
| img066 | Confirming an arrangement to investigate a new battery box for chassis 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | By/RD. from Hs/Wst. X6055 Hs/Wst.7/AD25.1.32. 40/50 BATTERY BOX FOR 19-EX. We wish to confirm our conversation with you this morning when it was arranged that you would look into the question of a new… | ||
| img067 | Complaints of cracking battery boxes and a proposed improvement using a new universal battery. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Wst. c. F.V. Wor. c. Da/Ev. X6055 Hs/Wst.9/AHL.2.32 BATTERY BOXES. With reference to your EB/G29.1.32 last paragraph, we agree that some improvement should be made in the fixing of the… | ||
| img068 | Request for battery particulars in order to investigate methods for holding them down with clamps. | ||
| View original record | HS. FROM DA. x6055. DA4/13.2.32. X.6055 BATTERY BOXES. Referring to HS/WST9/ADL232., we are expecting you to send us particulars of the batteries that it is proposed to fit so that we can investigate… | ||
| img069 | The merits of different types of battery lids for 25HP and J.3. batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6 055 DA/EV. From Hs/Wst. c. to EV. c. to Sg. Wor. Hs/Wst.4/MA.5. 2. 32. 25HP AND J.3. BATTERIES. (DA/EV.1/M.2.2.32.) With reference to your request for a statement on the question of battery lids.… | ||
| img070 | Standardisation of a lead-coated metal battery box to replace a failing wooden one. | ||
| View original record | RR 725 (10H) (19120, 13-10-31) BM. 3/7588. /6043. COMPLETED 10. 2. 32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 4. 1. 32 Description of Parts. Metal Battery Box lead coated after assembly. Origin.… | ||
| img071 | Standardisation form for a chassis part detailing fitting, testing, and approval information. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS CHASSIS No X The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted... 176 in 'PT' Date when chassis will be handed to test... 12. 3. 32. Cost of… | ||
| img072 | Battery box design, the use of an open tray versus a lidded box, and comparing moulded Dagenite lids to a large sheet metal one. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. FROM DA. x6055. DA2/M.1.2.32. X.605 X.613 Copy to - E. J. 3. & 25HP. BATTERIES AND BATTERY BOXES. Replying to your HS/WST7/MA5232, we think we must have blueprints of these batteries, as… | ||
| img073 | The failure of a 40/50 battery link on chassis 116-GY due to corrosion caused by incorrect fitting. | ||
| View original record | X6055 By. from Hs/Wst c. EP.. Hd. Hs/Wst.1/ADL.3.32 40/50 BATTERY LINK. We have had brought to our notice by EP. a failure on chassis 116-GY after 9,000 miles of the electrical system due to the… | ||
| img074 | Cover note for leaflets describing a battery placed on the market by Mr. Pollock. | ||
| View original record | X6122 To Hs/Wst. ----------- ROY8/MG19.4.32 -------------- Herewith leaflets descriptive of a Battery recently placed on the market by a Mr. Pollock, who, I understand, was Chief Engineer to the… | ||
| img075 | Request to purchase a 1 lb. tin of Rozalex hand protection compound. | ||
| View original record | X6122 EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.11.5.32. Will you kindly obtain for us another 1 lb. tin of Rozalex hand protection compound from Rozalex Ltd., Yorkshire House, Cross St., Manchester. We find this… | ||
| img076 | Letter from Rozalex Limited regarding an order and samples of their hand protection creams. | ||
| View original record | X6122 DIRECTORS: HARRY V. BEEBEE CHARLES E. NAYLOR (MANAGING) ROZALEX KEEPS HANDS CLEAN ROZALEX LIMITED YORKSHIRE HOUSE Cross Street MANCHESTER TELEPHONE BLACKFRIARS 6770 CEN/LD. 19th May 1932.… | ||
| img077 | Letter from Rozalex Limited enclosing copies of letters from Clement Talbot Ltd and the Glasgow Corporation Tramways Dept. | ||
| View original record | ROZALEX LIMITED. - 2 - 19th May 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd, DERBY. Continued. May we ask you to read the enclosed copies of letters from Messrs. Clement Talbot Ltd, and The Glasgow Corporation… | ||
| img078 | Testimonial letter from Clement Talbot Limited regarding the effectiveness of 'Rozalex' barrier cream. | ||
| View original record | COPY. CLEMENT TALBOT LIMITED, Automobile Manufacturers. Barlby Road, Ladbroke Grove, LONDON, N.W. 10. Messrs. Rozalex Ltd., Yorkshire House, Cross Street, MANCHESTER. Tuesday 5th April 1932. Dear… | ||
| img079 | Testimonial letter from The Corporation of Glasgow regarding the use of Rozalex hand cleanser. | ||
| View original record | COPY. THE CORPORATION OF GLASGOW. Transport Department. L. Mackinnon. General Manager. H.G. 46, Bath Street, GLASGOW. C.2. April 21st 1932. Messrs. Rozalex Ltd., Yorkshire House, Cross Street,… | ||
| img080 | The testing of a new sample of Arcanol Paint for battery boxes after the original failed. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Hs/Wst. BY/EM7/J.13.5.32. Arcanol Paint for Battery Bozes. We handed to you some time ago a sample of the above paint for test purposes for protecting batteby boxes. The original sample… | ||
| img081 | Effectiveness of 'Rozalex' skin protection compound. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Hy. From Hs/Wst. c. to Roy. Hs/Wst.7/MA.8.6.32. "ROZALEX" SKIN PROTECTION COMPOUND. We have been using for some years the above ointment for use before handling batteries, changing acid and… | ||
| img082 | The trial of the protective cream 'Rozalex' for preventing and healing sores. | ||
| View original record | 3. 6. 32. SAMPLES OF "ROZALEX" FOR TRIAL. This "Rozalex" has been tried by our Dept. on work of dismantling batteries and was found to be good. The makers do not claim it to be healing but we have… | ||
| img083 | Potential testing of cells from The Young Accumulator Co. | ||
| View original record | X6056 PB.11/WT13.6.32. S/W. Hs...from PN. Copy to Sg. WOr. Cx. The Young Accumulator Co. Some years ago it was proposed that some cells made by this company should be tested by us in view of the… | ||
| img084 | The testing and poor performance of Young accumulators compared to standard batteries. | ||
| View original record | X 6056 To PN. from Hs/Wst. c. SG. c. Wor. Cx. Hs/Wst.2/AD.16.6.32. YOUNG ACCUMULATORS. With reference to PN11/WT.13.16.32., we would say that we tested one of the latest Young accumulators last year… | ||
| img085 | Request to obtain one standard chassis battery Exide hydrometer from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Roy. from HS/Wst. HS/Wst.1/AM 7.6.32. BATTERY HYDROMETER Will you please obtain from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. one standard chassis battery Exide hydrometer. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img086 | Letter to The National Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding the production of battery plates for the Bentley Sports Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Hs/Wst.5/AD. August 27th, 1932. The National Accumulator Co.Ltd. 93, Great Portland St. London, W.1. For the attention of Mr. G.R.N.Minchin. Dear Sirs, Bentley Sports Chassis Batteries. We thank… | ||
| img087 | Inquiry to the National Accumulator Co about modifying a battery for a Bentley Sports car. | ||
| View original record | X6122 C. to E. Hs/Wst.2/KT. August 20th 1932. National Accumulator Co, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. G.N.R. Minchin. Dear Sirs, In connection with the Bentley Sports… | ||
| img088 | Letter to a battery company inquiring about modifying an Exide battery for a Bentley Sports car. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Hs/Wst.4/KT. August 20th, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co, Clifton Junction, Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, In connection with the Bentley Sports car, we… | ||
| img089 | Order for various types of batteries for the 'Peregrine II' chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST X6055 COPY c - Hs/Wst. BY/RD6/W.2-9-32. (Re-typed 5-9-32) Re :- *Peregrine II*. - Battery Box - Will you please order the following Batteries for the above chassis :- 2 off - Exide 6-XCMR11-1ML,… | ||
| img090 | On the advisability of fitting French accessories to chassis for the French market to reduce costs and bypass import restrictions. | ||
| View original record | COPY. 86006. To: "Hs". DERBY. SEVRES Hmb/Dn29.11.32 French Accessories. I was talking to "Sg" the other day of the advisability, or otherwise, of fitting certain French parts to chassis in France.… | ||
| img091 | Inquiry to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. about their French representatives and manufacturers for Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6122 Hs/Wst.9/AD. November 30th, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, Would you be good enough to let us… | ||
| img092 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding their Paris Depot and forwarding an issue to their London Export Department. | ||
| View original record | X6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED Exide Works, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| img093 | Possibility of supplying French batteries for cars supplied to French owners. | ||
| View original record | X60da Hm. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.15/MA. 2.12.32. FRENCH ACCESSORIES. With reference to your Hm. 6/Dn. 29.11.32., referring to French Batteries we are looking into the question of the possibility of… | ||
| img094 | Letter from Exide Batteries regarding temporary arrangements for supplying batteries to Paris due to an import quota. | ||
| View original record | X6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY Exide BATTERIES (PROPRIETORS THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC SOWEST LONDON TELEPHONES: VICTORIA 6308 (6… | ||
| img095 | Battery requirements and specifications for French chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6006 To Hm. (Paris) c. Sg. c. Wor. c. By. Hs/Wst.2/MA.7.12.32. BATTERIES FOR FRENCH CHASSIS. With reference to your Hm. 6/DN.29.11.32., and our Hs/Wst.13/MA.2.12.32. we are in agreement with the… | ||
| img096 | Letter discussing the specifications, pricing, and suitability of a Slem battery for the French Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86006. WST To: "W", DERBY SEVRES Hm/VA3/19.12.32 re Batteries for French Phantom II Chassis. With reference to your Hs/Wst.2/MA.7.12.32, we are pleased to see that you agree in principle to the… | ||
| img097 | From Sèvres to Derby regarding the preparation and quality testing of a SIEM battery for the French Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST X6006 To "Hs" Derby Sèvres Hm/VA24.RH.31.12.32 Re: Batteries for French Phantom II Chassis. With reference to our Hm/VA3/19.12.32, the SIEM Battery Company have now prepared a Battery, two… | ||
| img098 | Request for a 6 volt French battery unit for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6006 Hm. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.2.1.33. Re. FRENCH BATTERIES. Referring to Hm/VA.24./RH.31.12.32., we should be glad if you will send us the one 6 volt unit as this will be sufficient for our… | ||
| img099 | Letter confirming the dispatch of a Slem Battery by Anglo Parisian Automobiles Ltd. and the necessary customs deposit. | ||
| View original record | HS/Wst. X6122.. D/BP/Y16/DH.9.1.33. RECEIVED 10 JAN 1933 Confirming telephone conversation, Anglo Parisian Automobiles Ltd. have despatched the Slem Battery andwe have instructed the shippers to… | ||
| img100 | Correspondence regarding a replacement Slem battery for the French 20/25 HP chassis to replace the standard EXIDE battery. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED Sèvres/Works "HS" WST 86006 Hm/VAI2/GM.2.2.33 re: Batteries for French 20/25 HP. chassis. With further reference to your Hs/WSJ2/MA.7.12.32, and our Hm/VA3/I9.12.32, we have now received from… | ||
| img101 | Requesting a battery from Slem Battery Co. for testing on a French 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86006 To Hm. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/AD7.2.33. BATTERIES FOR FRENCH 20/25 HP. CHASSIS Referring to your Hm/VAL2/GM2.2.33 wherein you state that you have received a battery from the Slem Battery Co., we… | ||
| img102 | Re-export of a Slem Battery from France to reclaim duty charges. | ||
| View original record | Hs/WST. WST X6606 D/BP/Y2/DH.11.2.33. Re: Slem Battery ex France. We have ascertained that provided the above battery is re-exported within six months from the 10th January 1933 we shall be able to… | ||
| img103 | Decision to keep Accuslem batteries and pay the import duty due to test completion delays. | ||
| View original record | X6 odo D/BP. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.13.2.33. Re. ACCUSLEM BATTERY. As we cannot guarantee that our tests on these batteries will be completed by the date specified for the reclamation of the import… | ||
| img104 | Test figures for a Westric Charger Type 12V.1A, showing current output at various tappings for discharged and charged batteries. | ||
| View original record | Westric Charger Type 12V.1A. x6122, 3-4-33 L.B. The following figures were taken on a fully charged, and fully discharged battery. | Tappings | current output amperes | | |---|---|---| | 210V | 1.26 |… | ||
| img105 | Letter from Sèvres requesting an opinion on 'SLEM' batteries sent for quality testing for 20/25 HP and Phantom II chassis. | ||
| View original record | x6006 To "Hs" DERBY Sèvres Hm/VA2/ET.I.5.33 Re: BATTERIES FOR FRENCH PHANTOM II CHASSIS With further reference to your Hs/WST2/MA.7.12.32, we shall be pleased to have your opinion upon the two "SLEM"… | ||
| img106 | The testing of batteries for French RR chassis. | ||
| View original record | HM/VA.(Paris.) From Hs/Wst. x6006 Hs/Wst.1/MA.3.5.33. Re. BATTERIES FOR FRENCH RR. CHASSIS. Replying to your HM/VA.2/ET.1.5.33., both the 20/25 type battery and the Phantom II type are in process of… | ||
| img107 | Severely corroded battery box on chassis 27-EX requiring examination and potential replacement. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/Lid. 6085 Hs/Wst.3/MA.1.6.33. 27-EX. BATTERY BOX. The battery box on chassis 27-EX. is very badly corroded especially at the bottom and unless this is attended to it may be… | ||
| img108 | Letter discussing the feasibility of using the dynamo on a Light Tank engine to charge two batteries. | ||
| View original record | WST x6122 To Hs/Wst. from E. E.5/HP.26.6.33. C. Wor. Dv. F. .re 2 Batteries on Light Tanks. We attach herewith copy of letter received from Woolwich Arsenal, in which they ask us if we think the… | ||
| img109 | Enquiry from the Armaments Inspection Department regarding the dynamo capacity for powering a wireless set in tanks. | ||
| View original record | COPY. ARMAMENTS INSPECTION DEPARTMENT, ROYAL ARSENAL, WOOLWICH, S.E.18. 23rd June 1933. TC/732. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited., DERBY. Gentlemen, I would be obliged if you would give me your opinion on… | ||
| img110 | Feasibility of fitting two batteries to light tanks. | ||
| View original record | x6122 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to F. Hs/Wst.3/MA.27.6.33. Re. TWO BATTERIES ON LIGHT TANKS. Answering your E.5/HP.26.6.33., re the above we would say that the dynamo now fitted to the… | ||
| img111 | Sir Malcolm Campbell's request to test Young accumulators, considering existing arrangements with Peto & Radford. | ||
| View original record | 86056 To Hs. from Sg. re Young Accumulators. Sg6/E14.7.33 About a year ago Sir Malcolm Campbell raised the question of our testing Young accumulators. PN took the matter up with you and, after going… | ||
| img112 | Letter discussing the poor performance and failure of Young Accumulator Company batteries during testing. | ||
| View original record | Sg4/E6.7.33 6th July 1933 My dear Campbell, Many thanks for your letter of the 5th relative to the Young Accumulator Company and the testing of one of their batteries. I find from our records that… | ||
| img113 | Letter to Sir Malcolm Campbell regarding battery life and the company's reluctance to change suppliers from Exide and Peto & Radford. | ||
| View original record | Sg4/E6.7.33 - 2 - gave one year's life and that was what one would expect from a cheap mass produced battery. We of course have worked in close co-operation with the Exide and Peto & Radford people… | ||
| img114 | Letter from The Young Accumulator Co. to Sir Malcolm Campbell regarding a battery failure and a request to supply batteries to specification. | ||
| View original record | COPY. THE YOUNG ACCUMULATOR CO. (1929) LTD., BURLINGTON WORKS, ARTERIAL ROAD, NEWMALDEN, Surrey. Sir Malcolm Campbell, 6, Old Bond Street, LONDON, W.1. 12th July, 1933 Dear Sir Malcolm, As Mr.… | ||
| img115 | Battery supplier quality and the decision to continue with existing suppliers Exide and P.&.R. | ||
| View original record | Y 6056 To Sg. From Hs. Hs.1/MJ.17.7.33. Re. Young Accumulators. We are certain that the Young battery people cannot supply us with a battery which will give us the service we obtain from the P.&.R.… | ||
| img116 | Confirming a report on battery tests for French chassis has been sent. | ||
| View original record | 46006. Hm/VA. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.11.9.33. Re. BATTERIES FOR FRENCH RR. CHASSIS. We have now sent a complete report through as a result of our tests and no doubt you will see this as we have… | ||
| img117 | The testing of French Accu-Slem batteries for use on chassis in France. | ||
| View original record | x6006. C. For. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hm. (Paris.) c. to E. Da. c. to By. WHR. Re. BATTERIES FOR FRENCH R.R. CHASSIS. As a result of correspondence which passed between us and our Paris depot regarding… | ||
| img118 | The performance and capacity testing of 12-volt and 6-volt batteries, including details on cell weaknesses and discharge rates. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.3/MA.11.9.33. Cont'd. The 12 volt Slem was then fitted to experimental chassis 1 J.111 ran 4,773 miles on that chassis. It was then removed from the car, fully charged, acid density… | ||
| img119 | Report concluding that two tested batteries are inferior to the standard type and not recommended for French R.R. chassis. | ||
| View original record | -3- Ha/Wst.3/WA.11.9.33. Cont'd. We attach curves of this battery's performance. Our conclusions therefore are that both of these batteries are much inferior to our standard type and we cannot… | ||
| img120 | Graph showing high-rate discharge curves for a 20/25 HP type battery, comparing a new battery with one after 14 weeks of service. | ||
| View original record | FULL LINES:- HIGH-RATE DISCHARGE ON NEW BATTERY CURVES OF HIGH- RATE DISCHARGE TESTS ON SLEM. BATTERY TYPE NORME 12-TD. TEMPERATURE 20°C 20/25 H.P. TYPE DOTTED LINES:- HIGH-RATE DISCHARGE AFTER 14… | ||
| img121 | Graph illustrating battery discharge characteristics over time, showing multiple voltage and amperage readings. | ||
| View original record | BATTERY VOLTS 3.0 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0 CELL VOLTS 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 AMPERES 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 CADMIUM TO POSITIVE VOLTS 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 2.0 2.1 CADMIUM TO NEGATIVE VOLTS… | ||
| img122 | Graph showing curves of high-rate discharge tests on a 6-volt Slem 40-50 type battery. | ||
| View original record | CURVES OF HIGH RATE DISCHARGE TESTS ON SLEM 6 VOLT BATTERY 40 - 50 TYPE FULL LINES:- CONDITION OF BATTERY WHEN NEW. DOTTED LINES:- CONDITION AFTER 16 WEEKS SERVICE HAVING RUN 3986 MILES. CADMIUM TO… | ||
| img123 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Limited proposing a meeting time. | ||
| View original record | x6122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| img124 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. postponing a meeting with Mr. Lockton. | ||
| View original record | 86122 Experimental Dept. Hs/Wst.3/KT. Sept 30th 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C. McKinnon. Dear Sir,… | ||
| img125 | Letter from the Chloride Electrical Storage Company acknowledging a letter and arranging a deferred visit. | ||
| View original record | x6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 Lines) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEY'S, LIEBERS,… | ||
| img126 | Proposals and a booklet from Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd. | ||
| View original record | WST x4615 To E. from ROY. c. to Hs/Wst. ROY14/MG27.10.33 Following our recent conversation with the Alklum Battery people, they now write as copy attached. What do you think of their proposals? They… | ||
| img127 | Letter from Alklum Storage Batteries Limited providing technical specifications for a 12-volt, 60-ampere-hour battery. | ||
| View original record | COPY OF LETTER dated 21.10.33 From: ALKLUM STORAGE BATTERIES LIMITED ALKLUM BATTERIES We regret that we have been unable to put forward figures due to unforeseen circumstances, as promised by our Mr.… | ||
| img128 | Copy of a letter from Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd. regarding battery specifications, pricing, and guarantee. | ||
| View original record | Continued. Copy of Letter from ALKLUM STORAGE BATTERIES LIMITED. PRICE. £10.2.6. Nett. (Ten pounds two shillings & sixpence) DELIVERY. 10 days from receipt of order. GUARANTEE. The battery will be… | ||
| img129 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding battery life concerns with a new dynamo control system and testing an experimental battery. | ||
| View original record | d6122. Hs/Wst.6/MA. 30th October, 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. For the attention of Mr.E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sir, It has occurred to me… | ||
| img130 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding battery operation with a new vibrator control system. | ||
| View original record | 6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER.… | ||
| img131 | Letter of query to Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd regarding battery capacity, maximum discharge, and internal resistance. | ||
| View original record | X4615 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 31st October, 1933. Messrs.Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd., Waterside, HALIFAX. Dear Sirs, Referring to the discussions your Mr.Berg had with the undersigned and our Mr.Royce, and… | ||
| img132 | Letter to Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd. with queries regarding battery specifications. | ||
| View original record | 84615 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 31st October, 1933. Messrs.Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd., Waterside, HALIFAX. Dear Sirs, Referring to the discussions your Mr.Berg had with the undersigned and our Mr.Royce, and… | ||
| img133 | Letter requesting further particulars about a proposed battery, specifically its weight and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | -2- (d) What is the weight of the battery quoted complete with container, lid and electrolyte. (e) Are the dimensions quoted in your letter the overall dimensions complete with lid etc. We should be… | ||
| img134 | Letter from Alklum Storage Batteries discussing battery specifications and performance in response to queries. | ||
| View original record | ON THE LISTS OF THE ADMIRALTY AND WAR OFFICE, INDIA STORE DEPARTMENT, CROWN AGENTS FOR THE COLONIES. Handwritten: 84615 ALKUM STORAGE BATTERIES Limited Manufacturers of ALKALINE STORAGE BATTERIES… | ||
| img135 | Letter from Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd. detailing battery specifications and testing methods. | ||
| View original record | ALKLUM STORAGE BATTERIES LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET No. 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. are put up in the formulae as shown below:- Internal Resistance E₁ - E₂ / I₁ - I₂ or 1.22 - 1.05 / 24 - 6 =… | ||
| img136 | Analysing Alklum batteries, recommending not to proceed with a trial due to their weight, bulk, and cost compared to the standard 20/25 chassis battery. | ||
| View original record | 84615 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Roy. c. to By. Hs/Wst.3/MA.4.11.33. ALKLUM BATTERIES. Referring to the visit of the representatives from the Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd. and their subsequent letter to us… | ||
| img137 | Comparison table of specifications for Alklum and Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | ITEM. | ALKLUM | ROLLS-ROYCE 20/25 EXIDE 6XSM-7-1L Overall dimensions including lid. | 20" long. 7 7/16" wide. 11" high. | 14 3/16" long. 6 3/4" wide. 11" high. Ampere hour capacity at 10 hour rate. |… | ||
| img138 | Letter regarding six sample vent plugs of a new design sent for testing on a battery. | ||
| View original record | 86122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER.… | ||
| img139 | Letter requesting full particulars of batteries supplied to the Air Ministry for fitting to aeroplanes. | ||
| View original record | x6122. Hs/Wst.8/MA. 29th January, 1934. Messrs.Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. For the attention of Mr.E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sir, We are anxious to… | ||
| img140 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company acknowledging a request for particulars on various types of aeroplane batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED Exide WORKS, LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. CLIFTON JUNCTION, Nr MANCHESTER.… | ||
| img141 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. providing particulars and prices for 12-volt Aeroplane batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY DEPOTS LONDON SHAFTSBURY AVE BIRMINGHAM DALE END MANCHESTER BRIDGE STREET BRISTOL BROADMEAD GLASGOW ...TUREEN STREET DUBLIN PEARSE STREET… | ||
| img142 | Blueprint for 12 Volt 'LZP' batteries in a container with a hinged lid and inspection flap. | ||
| View original record | PLAN No GD 58892. Spring Fastener. Cable Stop. Drop Handle. Spring Fastener. Hinged Inspection Flap. Instruction Label (affixed underside contr lid). Brass Butt Hinge. Hold-Down Fillers (Screwed to… | ||
| img143 | Request for the approximate weight of various chassis batteries for different car models. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. NST r6122 ROY/MS4/P.22.3.34. CHASSIS BATTERIES. With further reference to conversation per 'phone, please let me have the approximate weight of the following Chloride and Peto & Radford… | ||
| img144 | Listing the approximate weights of various chassis batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86122 Roy/MS. Hs/Wst.4/MA.23.3.34. CHASSIS BATTERIES. Replying to your Roy/MS.4/P.22.3.34., the following are the approximate weights of the batteries requested, complete with acid and charged. 20/25… | ||
| img145 | Follow-up letter regarding the testing of six sample vent plugs. | ||
| View original record | 86122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 Lines) TELEGRAMS:- CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| img146 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd regarding a delayed reply on tests for a new type stopper. | ||
| View original record | 86122. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 23rd April, 1934. Mr. E.C. McKinnon, Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Mr. McKinnon, A belated reply to yours of the… | ||
| img147 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting an opinion on a new battery additive called 'Acculight'. | ||
| View original record | 6122 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Wst.6/KW. 25th April, 1934. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C.McKinnon. Dear Mr. McKinnon, I… | ||
| img148 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company discussing a battery additive or 'dope'. | ||
| View original record | WST 86122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| img149 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding potential battery additives or 'dope'. | ||
| View original record | THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED - 2 - Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. claims made in the literature and is paying a remarkable price for liquid, the contents of which are so easily disclosed… | ||
| img150 | Experimental test of a product named Acculight. | ||
| View original record | Roy. 86122 Hs/Wst.11/KW.4.5.34. re. "Acculight". Referring to the visit of a Representative of the Acculight Co., we shall be glad if you will obtain for us for Experimental test, 2 sample gallons, to… | ||
| img151 | Letter from The Notts & Derby Acculight Co. providing instructions for using 'Acculight' in new batteries. | ||
| View original record | The Notts & Derby Acculight Co. PROPRIETOR. E. G. CUNNINGHAM. 20. REGENT STREET, DERBY. 10th May 1934. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, Ref: Roy/GEA. 3/VR, dated 9th May 1934. To use… | ||
| img152 | Order for twelve battery cell vents for two different battery types. | ||
| View original record | 86122 Roy, From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.14.5.34. Will you please order for us to order No. 54001 twelve battery cell vents, six for Dagenite type 3KS5 battery and six for Exide type 674 Z battery. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img153 | Letter regarding the investigation and testing of 'Acculight', a substitute electrolyte for sulphuric acid. | ||
| View original record | Stone Hs/Wst.12/MA. 14th May, 1934. Mr.G.R.N.Minchin, Messrs.Peto & Radford Co.Ltd., Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Mr.Minchin, We have been investigating the claims of "Acculight" which is a substituted… | ||
| img154 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company arranging a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W. Exide WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. TELEPHONES:… | ||
| img155 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer discussing the untested patent electrolyte 'Acculight'. | ||
| View original record | 56122 TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:- Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| img156 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a technical note on 'Nemolyt' battery dope. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NṚ MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W. TELEPHONES:… | ||
| img157 | Laboratory analysis and note on the effects of 'Nemolyt' battery dope. | ||
| View original record | TECHNICAL NOTE ON "NEMOLYT" BATTERY DOPE. Samples of the above dope were obtained in two grades, one marked SN "for accumulators for stationary purposes, radio, telephone, telegraph, signalling,… | ||
| img158 | Test report comparing the performance of battery cells with and without the 'Nemolyt' additive. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Cell Number Details 1 (Nemolyt) (Cell) 2 (Nemolyt) (Cell) 3 (Standard) (Cell) Duration of discharge No.1 at 7.6 amps. to 0.5v. prior change of electrolyte. 11.1 hours 11.3 hours 11.5 hours… | ||
| img159 | Request to obtain 12 fibre end plates from Messrs. Sankey as per drawing D.54297. | ||
| View original record | r6122. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.30.5.34. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs.Sankey 12 fibre end plates .064" thick with dimensions as shown on our drawing D.54297 in their possession.… | ||
| img160 | Standardisation of a battery box with special indents to hold the battery. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (SH) (52674. 16-10-33) BM. 3/262/6. COMPLETED 21.6.34. X4378 40/50 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 1.6.34. No. 7536.X Description of Parts. BATTERY BOX WITH SPECIAL INDENTS TO HOLD BATTERY.… | ||
| img161 | Standardisation of parts for a battery box with special instrument to hold a battery. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF PARTS Description of Parts: BATTERY BOX WITH SPECIAL INSTRUMENT TO HOLD BATTERY Origin: Reason for Examining Test: Fitted to SX-H8 and Test No. 100,000 miles there has been no… | ||
| img162 | Letter from Alklum Storage Batteries Limited regarding alkaline batteries for motor cars and other vehicles. | ||
| View original record | X4615 ON THE LISTS OF THE ADMIRALTY AND WAR OFFICE, INDIA STORE DEPARTMENT, CROWN AGENTS FOR THE COLONIES. ALKLUM STORAGE BATTERIES Limited Manufacturers of ALKALINE STORAGE BATTERIES WATERSIDE… | ||
| img163 | Request to order two 12 volt batteries for the single cylinder test houses. | ||
| View original record | EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.15.7.35. SINGLE CYLINDER TEST HOUSES. For operating the battery ignition units in these test houses we require two 12 volt batteries. Will you please order for us two… | ||
| img164 | Order for two 12-volt standard Bentley and 20/25 chassis batteries for the Single Cylinder Test Houses. | ||
| View original record | Rhode. Req from EJJ/WTP. c to Hs/Wst. Order No. 815 EJJ/WTP.6/MM16.7.35. SINGLE CYLINDER TEST HOUSES - BATTERY IGNITION UNITS. Please send an order to Messrs The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. for :-… | ||
| img165 | Letter requesting a new Exide battery for Mr. E.R. Hall's racing Bentley for the Ulster T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | A6122. Ha/Wst.5/MA. 21st July, 1934. Messrs.Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr.E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sir, We propose to fit to… | ||
| img166 | Order for battery charging clips from a supplier. | ||
| View original record | 56122 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.21.7.34. Will you please order for us from the Marble Arch Motor Supply Ltd., 133-135 Edgeware Road, London, W.2 one dozen battery charging clips, 25 ampere type,… | ||
| img167 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding an Exide battery for Mr. E.R. Hall's Racing Bentley. | ||
| View original record | S6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.… | ||
| img168 | Letter from The Falcon Accumulator Co. offering a battery for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | S/W. HS/West. 86122. Bs5/H.30.8.34. We attach, hereto, a letter dated 29th August received from The Falcon Accumulator Co. You will see they make the request to be allowed to send one of their… | ||
| img169 | Follow-up letter from Falcon Accumulator Co. suggesting to send an accumulator for testing and a possible order. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE :- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5TH EDITION REGISTERED TRADE MARK. FALCON ACCUMULATOR CO. PROPRIETORS. HENNEN EDGELOW, GEORGE JUDD, GEORGE SWENY FALCON WORKS, OAK END… | ||
| img170 | Letter requesting further information about a battery from Falcon Accumulator Co. | ||
| View original record | 6122 Hs/Wst.3/MA. 31st August, 1934. Messrs.Falcon Accumulator Co., Falcon Works, Oak End Waye, Gerrard's Cross, BUCKS. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the 29th instant which has been passed… | ||
| img171 | Letter from Falcon Accumulator Co. responding to queries about the materials and manufacturing of their accumulators. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE:- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5th EDITION REGISTERED TRADE MARK FALCON ACCUMULATOR CO. PROPRIETORS - HENNEN EDGELOW - GEORGE JUDD - GEORGE SWENY FALCON WORKS, OAK END… | ||
| img172 | Letter from Falcon Accumulator Co. confirming the preparation of a 12 volt, 13 plate, 85 ampere-hour accumulator. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE :- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5th EDITION FALCON ACCUMULATOR CO. PROPRIETORS - HENNEN EDGELOW & CO. FALCON WORKS, OAK END WAYE GERRARD'S CROSS BUCKS AWARDS EXPOSITION… | ||
| img173 | Request for an invoice for an Exide battery fitted to a Bentley for the Ulster T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | 6122 Hs/Wst.3/MA. 7th September, 1934. Mr.E.C.McKinnon, Messrs.Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. Dear Mr.McKinnon, With reference to the Exide battery… | ||
| img174 | Letter from The D.P. Battery Company Limited proposing their 'Kathanode' type batteries for cars. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1888 THE D.P. BATTERY COMPANY LIMITED MANUFACTURERS OF ELECTRIC STORAGE BATTERIES FOR ALL PURPOSES INLAND AND CABLEGRAMS: "BATTERY, BAKEWELL" "CUMULOSE, SOWEST, LONDON" CODES: 5TH EDITION… | ||
| img175 | Letter to D.P. Battery Co. Ltd. regarding a quotation for car batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86122 Hs/Wst.4/MA. 11th September, 1934. The D.P.Battery Co.Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, Victoria, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 7th instant but at the moment we do not… | ||
| img176 | Order request for a battery for a 2nd Spectre chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86122. Roy From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.9/MA.11.9.34. BATTERY FOR 2ND SPECTRE CHASSIS. Please order for us from the Peto & Radford Co., for the above chassis, order No. 54117, one 12 volt battery type 6… | ||
| img177 | Letter from Peto & Radford about the second edition of their catalogue for Dagenite aircraft accumulators. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF ACCUMULATORS FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co., Ltd. LONDON SERVICE DEPOT 107a PIMLICO… | ||
| img178 | Letter from Falcon Accumulators regarding a delay in delivering a 12-volt battery for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | 86122 TELEPHONE :- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5TH EDITION FALCON ACCUMULATORS (FOREIGN RIGHTS) SYNDICATE PROPRIETORS - HENNEN EDGELOW - FALCON WORKS, OAK END WAYE GERRARD'S… | ||
| img179 | Letter from Falcon Accumulator Co. confirming the delivery date of an accumulator. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE:- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5TH EDITION FALCON ACCUMULATOR CO. PROPRIETORS - HENNEN EDGELOW FALCON WORKS, OAK END WAYE GERRARD'S CROSS BUCKS AWARDS EXPOSITION… | ||
| img180 | Order request for various types of battery clamp connectors from Messrs. Peto & Radford. | ||
| View original record | 46122. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.23.10.34. BATTERY CLAMP CONNECTIONS. Please order for us from Messrs. Peto & Radford to fit standard S.M.M.T. taper posts four pairs of clamp connectors type H and… | ||
| img181 | Letter from Falcon Accumulator Co. confirming the delivery and specifications of a 12-volt accumulator for testing. | ||
| View original record | FALCON ACCUMULATOR CO. PROPRIETORS - HENNEN EDGELOW & CO (1920) LTD. FALCON WORKS, OAK END WAYE, GERRARD'S CROSS, BUCKS TELEPHONE:- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5th EDITION AWARDS… | ||
| img182 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding a request for spare copies of articles. | ||
| View original record | 8/622. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE; 137, VICTORIA STREET, S. W. 1.… | ||
| img183 | Request to order replacement 12 volt and 6 volt batteries for the experimental department. | ||
| View original record | 86122 EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.15.11.34. BATTERIES FOR TEST BED AND GENERAL PURPOSES IN EXPERIMENTAL DEPT. We have recently scrapped three 12 volt batteries which have been in general use in the… | ||
| img184 | Letter from Falcon Accumulator Co. following up on a 12-volt accumulator sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE :- GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5th EDITION FALCON ACCUMULATOR CO. PROPRIETORS. HENNEN EDGELOW - GEORGE HOLLOBONE & SWAN [Struck through] FALCON WORKS, OAK END WAYE… | ||
| img185 | Letter to Falcon Accumulator Co. regarding the testing schedule for a sample accumulator. | ||
| View original record | 86122. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 26th November, 1934. Messrs. Falcon Accumulator Co., Falcon Works, Oak End Waye, Gerrard's Cross, BUCKS. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the 23rd instant reference… | ||
| img186 | Standardisation of a new one-piece 12-volt battery in a moulded ebonite container. | ||
| View original record | RR 755 (SH) (57312. 29-12-33) 5M 3/640/2 COMPLETED 3:12:34. 40/50 STANDARDISATION OF PARTS. Date: 5-11-34 5.10.34. X No. 6122. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. NEW ONE PIECE 12-VOLT BATTERY… | ||
| img187 | Standardisation of parts document detailing a modification fitted to the first 'S' series chassis. | ||
| View original record | CONFIDENTIAL. 26.12.38. STANDARDISATION of PARTS 40150 Handwritten Note: This modification was fitted at 1st chassis in "S" series. Ref. X M4 Drawing No. Part No. Name of Part:- Report of Experimental… | ||
| img188 | Requesting an order for a Dagenite accumulator for the new single cylinder test house. | ||
| View original record | 8cls EJJ. From Hs/Wst. NEW SINGLE CYLINDER TEST HOUSE. In the new scheme it is intended to use one battery for both beds charged by a dynamo driven from one of the motors. Will you please order one… | ||
| img189 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting a catalogue and recommendations for a specific aircraft battery. | ||
| View original record | V 6122 Ha/Wat.21/MA. 29th January, 1935. Messrs.Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, MANCHESTER. For the attention of Mr.McKinnon. Dear Sir, Will you please let me have a catalogue… | ||
| img190 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding specifications for an aircraft battery. | ||
| View original record | Y6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, Nr MANCHESTER.… | ||
| img191 | Specification and price list for Exide accumulators for civil aircraft. | ||
| View original record | EXIDE ACCUMULATORS FOR CIVIL AIRCRAFT fitted with patent unspillable vents (Pat.No.177355PR). (1). In moulded Monobloc composition containers. Voltage. Amp.hour capacity Overl:dimensions… | ||
| img192 | Letter from Runbaken Products concerning an 'Overnight' Battery Charger, its features, and pricing. | ||
| View original record | CONTRACTORS TO THE WAR OFFICE, ADMIRALTY, POST OFFICE, ETC. TELEGRAMS: RUNBAKEN, DEANSGATE, MANCHESTER. TRADE MARK TELEPHONE: BLACKFRIARS 5515. Runbaken PRODUCTS Proprietors: ELECTRICAL & AUTO… | ||
| img193 | To order new experimental and standard batteries for the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 16122. Roy, From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.22.2.35. BATTERIES. Please order for us for the new experimental 40/50 chassis - 2 Exide 6XCMR11-1ML batteries from the Chloride Co., and 2 Dagenite 6 BGD11-SC… | ||
| img194 | Requesting an order for replacement parts for the electrical laboratory battery. | ||
| View original record | (6122. EJJ. From Hs/Wst. c. to HY. Hs/Wst.7/MA.12.3.35. ELECTRICAL LABORATORY BATTERY. It is now 11 years since this battery was installed and the plates are now in such a condition that it is… | ||
| img195 | Failed Exide type 636M battery and a request for a free replacement. | ||
| View original record | V6122 Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.1/MA.26.3.35. EXIDE TYPE 636M BATTERY. We recently obtained from Messrs.Chloride Electrical Storage Co., three of the above type batteries. One… | ||
| img196 | Arranging for the dispatch of a 12-volt wet accumulator, loaned for testing, to the Falcon Accumulator Co. | ||
| View original record | 86122 D/BP. From Hs/Wst. c.c. to G/MI. Hs/Wst.2/MA.1.4.35. Please arrange to despatch to the Falcon Accumulator Co., Falcon Works, Oak End Waye, Gerrard's Cross, BUCKS., one 12 volt (wet) accumulator… | ||
| img197 | Letter informing Falcon Accumulator Co. of the negative results from testing their 12-volt battery. | ||
| View original record | r6122 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 1st April, 1935. Messrs.Falcon Accumulator Co., Falcon Works, Oak End Waye, Gerrard's Cross, BUCKS. Dear Sirs, We are returning to you under separate cover the 12 volt accumulator… | ||
| img198 | Letter from Falcon Accumulators acknowledging receipt of an accumulator for examination. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: GERRARDS CROSS 558 TELEGRAMS:- FALFOR CODE A.B.C. 5TH EDITION /6122 FALCON ACCUMULATORS (FOREIGN RIGHTS) SYNDICATE PROPRIETORS - HENNEN EDGELOW FALCON WORKS, OAK END WAYE, GERRARD'S CROSS… | ||
| img199 | Request for a suitable flat hydrometer and full charging instructions for new battery plates received from P and G Ltd. | ||
| View original record | y6122. Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to EJJ. Hs/Wst.3/MA.9.4.35. PRITCHET AND GOLD BATTERIES. Regarding the new plates which we have received from P and G Ltd., for our FA11 battery will you please ask them to… | ||
| img200 | Internal order for a flat hydrometer required for new Pritchett and Gold battery plates. | ||
| View original record | Rep from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Wst. Order No.811. Y6122 EJJ/JV4/JC10.4.35. Re Pritchett and Gold Batteries. We have received the new Plates etc., from Messrs. Pritchett & Gold, Ltd., for our F.A.11 Battery,… | ||
| img201 | Non-conforming delivery of asbestos-covered compensating cable for pyrometry repairs. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Wst. Order No.811. EJJ/JV1/JC10. 4. 35. Re Repairs to Pyrometry. Further to our memo EJJ/JV1/JC10/4/35, in this memo we called for 50 yards of Batch 684 Asbestos Covered… | ||
| img202 | Requesting the collection of acid carboys and scrap lead plates for return to a supplier. | ||
| View original record | 60122 G/MT. From Hs/Wst. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.1/MA.10.4.35. Will you please arrange to collect three acid carboys from the Electrical Laboratory. Two of these are empty and the other has not been tapped… | ||
| img203 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer regarding aircraft batteries sent for testing and a custom battery in a new Bentley. | ||
| View original record | Works. Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors… | ||
| img204 | Advertisement from W. D. Vick for rectifiers for all purposes, including electro-medical appliances. | ||
| View original record | 1935 RECTIFIERS FOR ALL PURPOSES “Rectification without Rotation” Valve Type Rectifier For Electro-Medical Appliances W. D. VICK 'Phone ACO 1557 28, Station Road, Acocks Green, Birmingham… | ||
| img205 | Product page for various battery chargers, rectifiers, and conversion units. | ||
| View original record | RECTIFIERS CONVERSION UNITS, Etc. Car Owner Trickle Charger. L.T. Trickle Charger. Tapped Rectifiers, 150 M/A upwards. Fully Smoothed Output, 220 volts D.C. Tapped Rectifiers, 40 to 150 M/A. Fully… | ||
| img206 | Advertisement from W. D. Vick for fractional horse-power motors and appliance repairs. | ||
| View original record | SPECIALITIES FRACTIONAL HORSE-POWER MOTORS MECHANICAL SHOP WINDOW DISPLAYS TIME SWITCHES Small Motor-Driven Pump Frequency Change Re-winds to Small Motor-Driven Appliances REPAIRS TO Vacuum Cleaners,… | ||
| img207 | Letter from W.D. Vick proposing their Car Owner Trickle Charger for Rolls and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | 28, STATION ROAD ACOCKS GREEN BIRMINGHAM 'Phone : ACOCKS GREEN 1657 86122 W. D. Vick Manufacturer of Electrical and Mechanical Specialities Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, DERBY. June… | ||
| img208 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer confirming arrangements for carrying out tests on various battery types. | ||
| View original record | -/L6122. TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| img209 | Letter from Peto & Radford arranging a meeting to demonstrate a special battery. | ||
| View original record | Works. Dagenham Dock. Essex A6122. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| img210 | Letter to Mr. Minchin of Messrs. Peto & Radford, Ltd., arranging a meeting to view a special battery. | ||
| View original record | 6122 Hs/Wst.5/MA. 18th September, 1935. Mr.Minchin, Messrs.Peto & Radford, Ltd., 50 Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr.Minchin, Replying to your letter of the 17th instant I shall be available… | ||
| img211 | Letter from Britannia Batteries Ltd. proposing the supply of alkaline type starter batteries. | ||
| View original record | 46122. BRITANNIA BATTERIES Ltd HEAD OFFICE & WORKS: UNION ST., REDDITCH. WORCS. PERTRIX TRADE MARK [LOGO: NATIONAL SCHEME FOR DISABLED MEN] TELEPHONE: Redditch 155/158 TELEGRAMS: Britanicus Redditch… | ||
| img212 | Letter from Britannia Batteries Limited requesting figures on lead battery sizes and capacities. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd. (cont'd) 28th October 1935. --------------------------------- the moment we would definitely assure you that the matter is now in the initial stages of consideration. It… | ||
| img213 | Letter from a battery supplier regarding a free-of-cost replacement for a battery from the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | X6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY DEPOTS LONDON BIRMINGHAM MANCHESTER LEEDS BRISTOL GLASGOW DUBLIN BELFAST Exide and Drydex BATTERIES (PROPRIETORS THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE… | ||
| img214 | Letter to Brittania Batteries Ltd. declining their proposal for a 12-volt alkaline battery. | ||
| View original record | 46122. Hs/Wst.19/MA. 1st November, 1935. Messrs.Brittania Batteries, Ltd., Union Street, Redditch, WORCESTER. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 28th instant reference SM/LHG/W we do not… | ||
| img215 | Internal order request for six type 'S' positive clamp battery connectors from Peto & Radford, Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 86122 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.17/MA.1.11.35. BATTERY CONNECTORS. Please order for us to order No. 54101 6 type "S" positive clamp connectors 3/8" cable hole, from Messrs. Peto & Radford, Ltd. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img216 | Letter from Britannia Batteries detailing the specifications and dimensions of various German-made nickel-cadmium starter batteries. | ||
| View original record | BRITANNIA BATTERIES Ltd HEAD OFFICE & WORKS: UNION ST., REDDITCH, WORCS. PERTRTIX TRADE MARK Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. YOUR REF. Hs/Wst/19/MA OUR REF. SM/LHG/W. PLEASE QUOTE SUBJECT: NICKEL… | ||
| img217 | Page two of a letter from Britannia Batteries Limited discussing the supply of lead-acid and nickel-cadmium batteries. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., (cont'd) 4th November 1935. -------------------------- At the same time we should be pleased if the occasion demands, to quote you for batteries of the lead acid type,… | ||
| img218 | List comparing specifications and dimensions of Nickel Cadmium and Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | 6 volt - 64 ampere hours at 10 hr. rate Nickel Cadmium 8.85" x 7.125" x 9.5" = 600 Exide 3-XCM11-1 8.375" x 6.75" x 9.375" = 530 " " 6 volt 74 ampere hour N. C. 10.25" x 7.125" x 9.5 = 693 " " Exide.… | ||
| img219 | Letter to Messrs. Everetts Holdings Ltd. requesting information and a sample of a new accumulator for testing. | ||
| View original record | A6122. Hs/Wst.10/MA. 29th November, 1935. Messrs. Everetts Holdings, Ltd., Africa House, Kingsway, London, W.C.2. For the attention of J.W. Wilson, Esq., Dear Sir, We understand you possess… | ||
| img220 | Letter from Everett's Holdings Ltd. regarding a new design of accumulator. | ||
| View original record | 86122. EVERETT'S HOLDINGS LIMITED. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 6501. TELEGRAMS: PHONE HOLBORN 6501. CABLES: "VERHOLD, LONDON" AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, LONDON, W.C.2. DIRECTORS: C. H. EVERETT, D.S.O., CHAIRMAN.… | ||
| img221 | Letter from Peto & Radford to H.E. West arranging a meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors… | ||
| img222 | Letter to Messrs. Everett's Holdings, Ltd. regarding the dispatch and capacity of Dagenite type 6BGD9-S batteries. | ||
| View original record | L6122. Hs/Wst.8/MA. 7th January, 1936. Messrs.Everett's Holdings, Ltd., Africa House, Kingsway, London, W.C.2. Dear Sirs, We beg to refer you to your letter of the 3rd ultimo and would say that we are… | ||
| img223 | Letter from Everett's Holdings Limited acknowledging correspondence regarding a battery change. | ||
| View original record | EVERETT'S HOLDINGS LIMITED. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 6501. TELEGRAMS: "ONE HOLBORN 6501" CABLES: "VERHOLD, LONDON." AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, LONDON, W.C.2. DIRECTORS: C.H. EVERETT, U.S.A., CHAIRMAN JOHN W.… | ||
| img224 | Dispatch instruction for a battery to be sent to Messrs. Everett's Holdings Limited. | ||
| View original record | v6122. D/HS. c. to D/DE. c. to Hs/Wst. ROY/MS.3/FS. 9th Jan. 1936. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. Everett's Holdings Limited., Africa House, Kingsway, London.W.C.2. 1. Battery type… | ||
| img225 | Announcement regarding the amalgamation of Alklum Storage Batteries Ltd. and Ionic Alkaline Batteries Ltd. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top right] 6122. [Handwritten left] ts/west ALKLUM STORAGE BATTERIES Limited LONDON OFFICE: 33 CHANDOS HOUSE BUCKINGHAM GATE LONDON, S.W.1 TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 1691 CABLE CODES A.B.C. 5TH… | ||
| img226 | Request to order three 2-volt cells from National Accumulator Co. Ltd. for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | VERY URGENT. 86122. To Roy. Hs/Wst.9/JH.14.2.36. Please order from National Accumulator Co. Ltd., 3, 2 volt cells in glass, type HMP.7 36 amp.hr. capacity for testing purposes. Order No. 54101.… | ||
| img227 | Letter from Air Associates regarding the features and availability of Reading aircraft batteries. | ||
| View original record | 5300 W. 63RD STREET CHICAGO, ILL. CABLE ADDRESS AIRSOC NEWYORK ALL CODES 86122. 1200 AIRWAY GLENDALE, CALIF AIR ASSOCIATES INCORPORATED OFFICE AND WAREHOUSE BUILDING 19 ROOSEVELT FIELD PHONES: GARDEN… | ||
| img228 | Letter from Air Associates, Inc. discussing aircraft battery hazards and referring to their UK representative. | ||
| View original record | -2- READING BATTERY TO DAMAGE THE AIRPLANE STRUCTURE OR OCCUPANTS OF THE AIRPLANE, WHEREAS WITH THE STANDARD TYPE OF AIRCRAFT BATTERY ALL OF THE ELECTROLYTE IN THE PUNCTURED CELLS WOULD BE LOST, NOT… | ||
| img229 | Requesting the acquisition of a sulphuric acid pump for a battery charging station. | ||
| View original record | r 6122. EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.29.2.36. With reference to the attached sulphuric acid pump, this is the sort of thing we have been lookin for and we should be glad if you would obtain one for… | ||
| img230 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer discussing battery size and weight considerations for cars fitted with radios. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex S6122. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| img231 | Letter discussing Exide batteries and the suggestion of using a trickle charger. | ||
| View original record | PETO & RADFORD. CONTINUATION H.E. West, Esq., 3rd March, 1936. 24th mentioning an Exide battery and suggesting that there were better facilities for Exide batteries in Birmingham. They also suggested… | ||
| img232 | Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding the capacity of a lightweight battery on a Bentley and electrical system design. | ||
| View original record | 86122 Expl. Dept. Hs/Wst.2/MJ. 5th. March, 1936. C.R.N. Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON.S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, We do not feel aprehensive regarding the… | ||
| img233 | The rough treatment and subsequent damage of duty batteries by shop fitters. | ||
| View original record | x6122. RHC/HPS. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.5.3.36. TREATMENT OF DUTY BATTERIES BY SHOP FITTERS. You will remember me raising with you some time ago the question of the rough treatment meted out to… | ||
| img234 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the supply and testing of various battery models. | ||
| View original record | 86122. TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| img235 | Letter from R.A. Rothermel Ltd. regarding Reading Batteries and quoting prices. | ||
| View original record | X6006 R.A. Rothermel LTD SOLE DIRECTOR R.A. ROTHERMEL (AMERICAN CITIZEN) ROTHERMEL HOUSE CANTERBURY ROAD, LONDON, N.W.6. TELEPHONES: MAIDA VALE 6066 (3 LINES) TELEGRAMS: ROTHERMEL — LONDON. EXCLUSIVE… | ||
| img236 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding a life test on starter batteries. | ||
| View original record | √6122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| img237 | Table detailing plate sizes for various EXIDE and P and R batteries. | ||
| View original record | Plate Sizes used in Rolls Royce Batteries. < 6122. EXIDE | Battery type | width | height | thickness | |--------------|---------|---------|---------------| | 3.RRS | 4.937 | 5.500 | .156P .125N | |… | ||
| img238 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. discussing the weight of the new 6MXR9 battery. | ||
| View original record | d6122 HS/Wst.7/JH. 26th May, 1936. Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E. C. McKinnon Dear Sirs, In reply to your… | ||
| img239 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford regarding a schedule of battery plate sizes. | ||
| View original record | 6122 TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| img240 | Letter requesting a testing schedule for MXR type batteries from Exide & Drydex Batteries Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | x6122. Hs/Wst. 23/JH. 29th May, 1936. Messrs. Exide & Drydex Batteries Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, You will remember you… | ||
| img241 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company providing a life test schedule for MXR battery cells. | ||
| View original record | v 6122 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| img242 | Letter regarding a sample battery for testing as a substitute for a standard Bentley battery. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY 86122 THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS:- CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| img243 | Letter from a battery supplier requesting further information on battery requirements. | ||
| View original record | 6 122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| img244 | Letter clarifying the battery discharge period for engine starting. | ||
| View original record | r6122 HS/Wst.15/JH. 23rd June, 1936. E.C.McKinnon Esq., Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Mr. McKinnon, In reply to your letter of the… | ||
| img245 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding a small dry battery for emergency ignition service. | ||
| View original record | V6122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| img246 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Limited detailing specifications for high tension batteries. | ||
| View original record | THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED - 2 - H.E.West, Esq. available is that used in our Special Brown Triangle series of high tension batteries. Here the individual cells measure 1¼"… | ||
| img247 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting batteries for an experimental trial. | ||
| View original record | 6122. Hs/Wst.10/JH. 25th June, 1936. E.C.McKinnon Esq., Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Mr. McKinnon, In reply to your letter of the… | ||
| img248 | Letter from a battery supplier regarding sample cells and a modified battery unit for experimental trials. | ||
| View original record | 6122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS:- CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| img249 | Page 2 of a letter to H.E. West regarding no-charge samples provided for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED - 2 - H.E.West, Esq. We do not propose to make any charge for these samples, and I trust that your tests on them will give you all the data which you… | ||
| img250 | Letter from a battery manufacturer concerning the electrical discharge and battery size on a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Works. Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| img251 | Letter replying to a customer about the Phantom III and its battery/dynamo system. | ||
| View original record | r6021. HS/Wst.12/JH. 8th September, 1936. C.N.R. Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford Co., Dagenham Dock, Essex. Dear Mr. Minchin, In reply to your letter of the 4th instant, I am pleased to hear you… | ||
| img252 | Inquiry to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a new type of battery with glass separators mentioned in an I.A.E. Research Abstract. | ||
| View original record | Y6122. Hs/Wst.4/MA. 2nd October, 1936. E C.McKinnon, Esq., Messrs.Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. Dear Mr.McKinnon, I have just read an I.A.E.… | ||
| img253 | Letter inquiring about a new type of battery developed in the U.S.A. featuring glass separators. | ||
| View original record | Y 6122. Hs/Wst.1/MA. 2nd October, 1936. G.R.N.Minchin, Esq., Messrs.Peto & Radford, Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr.Minchin, I have just read an I.A.E. Research Abstract in which… | ||
| img254 | Standardisation of parts report for lightweight batteries to reduce weight. | ||
| View original record | RR 753B (10H) 88620 12-8-35 W.H.K. 2x800 COMPLETED 2.10.36. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date: 22.9.36 (handwritten above: 19.8.36) No. 6021. Drawing No. Description of Parts: LIGHTWEIGHT… | ||
| img255 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. inquiring about the use of positive earth electrical systems in American and English cars. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.3/MA. 2nd October, 1936. Mr.E.A.Watson, Esq., Messrs.Joseph Lucas, Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham. Dear Mr.Watson, I wonder if you are able to let me know what proporation of… | ||
| img256 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding battery design principles, specifically the 'Kathanode principle' and materials. | ||
| View original record | 86122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER.… | ||
| img257 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited discussing the practice of positive versus negative earth systems in American and English cars. | ||
| View original record | HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST., BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS TRADE MARK JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET… | ||
| img258 | Letter to Exide Works discussing battery developments, including glass wool separators and 'Duprene' rubber covers. | ||
| View original record | J 6122. Expl. Dept. Hs/Wst.12/JH. 5th. October, 1936. Mr. E.C. McKinnon, The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Mr. McKinnon, Many thanks for… | ||
| img259 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Limited discussing tests on glass wool separation and the oil resistance of soft rubber. | ||
| View original record | r6122, ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, Nr MANCHESTER.… | ||
| img260 | Required modifications to vehicle electrical systems for earthing the positive battery terminal. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. By/RD. c. Wor. Hs. By. RHC. γ 6021. E.4/HP.8.10.36. Earthing of Battery Positive. Confirming discussion of Hs/Wst. By/RD. and E. on the above subject, it is agreed that Hs/Wst. will write to… | ||
| img261 | Letter concerning the technical advantages of different battery separation materials, specifically Kathanode batteries. | ||
| View original record | Y6021. Hs/Wst.5/JH. 9th October, 1936. G.R.N.Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford Co.Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON. S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, Many thanks for your letter of the 8th instant with… | ||
| img262 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer discussing the use of glass wool separation versus wood and ebonite. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 86021 TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| img263 | The standardization of a new lightened battery for a Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD. Hs/Wst. Ws. 86021 BY.8/G.13.10.36. BENTLEY CHASSIS - RE; BATTERY. The new lightened battery which was standardised originally for 'L' series, owing to the fact that material was delivered for… | ||
| img264 | Letter from Peto & Radford discussing the use and design of glass wool separation in accumulators. | ||
| View original record | x6021. TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and… | ||
| img265 | Letter discussing battery separator materials like wood, ebonite, and glass wool for R.A.F. use. | ||
| View original record | -2- the life of the battery would not be any greater than that of your standard type which employs wood and flat perforated ebonite. We have not actually done any life tests on an assembly such as we… | ||
| img266 | Letter to Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding reversing battery polarity and preventing corrosion. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Wst.9/JH. 24th October, 1936. Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London. S.W.1. Dear Sirs, It is noted that several car manufactures reversed the polarity of the battery on… | ||
| img267 | Inquiry to a battery manufacturer regarding changes to prevent corrosion due to reversing battery polarity. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Wst.12/JH. 24th October, 1936. Messrs. Exide & Drydex Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Sirs, It is noted that several car manufactures reversed the polarity of the… | ||
| img268 | Request to remove an experimental battery from vehicle 21-G-IV and return it to the Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. c. to Hd. r6021, Rm/Wst.9/JH.26.10.36. Will you please arrange for the experimental battery fitted in 21-G-IV to be removed and returned to the Laboratory. Rm/Wst. | ||
| img269 | Standardisation and use of thin plate batteries in various vehicle models. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. from E. c. Hs. Hy. Da. Lr/Wst. Ey/RD. Thin Plate Batteries. Replying to your memo Sg.2/E.27.10.36, the position is that we agreed to use a thin plate battery early in the production life of… | ||
| img270 | Performance figures and the cost benefits of improved cold starting with thin plate type components. | ||
| View original record | (Sheet 2) Personally I think these are minimum figures and will on the average be exceeded. We do however feel that the improved starting from cold makes some sacrifice worth while, and as mentioned… | ||
| img271 | Implications and proposed actions regarding the earthing of the battery positive terminal. | ||
| View original record | Lr/Wst. } from E. By/RD. } c Sq. Hq. By. RMC. 86021 E.2/HP.28.10.36. Earthing of Battery Positive. --------------------- With further reference to E.4/HP.8.10.36, this matter has now been more fully… | ||
| img272 | Standardisation and use of thin plate batteries in various car models. | ||
| View original record | To Sg.from E. Rm 26021 E.4/HP.28.10.36. c. Hs. By. Da. Lr/Wst. Ey/RD. Thin Plate Batteries. Replying to your memo Sg.2/E.27.10.36, the position is that we agreed to use a thin plate battery early in… | ||
| img273 | Sheet 2 of a memo discussing minimum performance figures and the cost-effectiveness of a thin plate type part. | ||
| View original record | (Sheet 2) Personally I think these are minimum figures and will on the average be exceeded. We do however feel that the improved starting from cold makes some sacrifice worth while, and as mentioned… | ||
| img274 | Investigation and proposed modifications for earthing the battery positive terminal. | ||
| View original record | Lr/Wst.) By/RD.) from E. e. Sg. Ms. By. RHC. Run 6021. E.2/HP.28.10.36. Earthing of Battery Positive. With further reference to E.4/HP.8.10.36, this matter has now been more fully investigated, and we… | ||
| img275 | Letter from Peto & Radford discussing battery bolt corrosion and earthing systems. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Wat/9/JH ESC/MH. 29th October 1936. Messrs. Rolls Royce Limited, D E R B Y. Dear Sir's, Referring to your letter of the 24th instant, we have made no arrangements to protect the battery fixing… | ||
| img276 | Letter to Exide & Drydex Ltd. asking if the 81 cycle life of their battery is a normal result. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: #6122 86021 Rm/Wst.33/JH. 30 th October, 1936. Messrs. Exide & Drydex Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sirs, We recently… | ||
| img277 | Letter to Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding the results of a P. & R. battery life test. | ||
| View original record | 86021, Rm/Wst.34/JH. 30th October, 1936. Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., 50 Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON.S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. G.W.Pritchett. Dear Sirs, We recently concluded a life test of a P. &… | ||
| img278 | Letter from the Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding the abnormal life cycle of an Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | A6021. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S, LIEBERS,… | ||
| img279 | Test report comparing the performance, dimensions, and weight of Dagenite and Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Tst.5/JH.2.11.36. Batteries Tested. Dagenite 6HZD.13/S. Exide 6.XCMRF.31ML. Details of batteries. BATTERY. PLATE DIMENSIONS. BATTERY DIMENSIONS. WT. (WET). Width Height Thickness Width Length… | ||
| img280 | Life cycle test comparing the performance of Dagenite and Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | -2- Life Test. For this test the batteries were connected in series and tested under a schedule supplied by the makers. The Dagenite 6HZD13 battery failed after 71 cycles, and the Exide 6XCMR13 after… | ||
| img281 | Graph showing the discharge curves for a Dagenite 6HZD13-5 battery at a 10-hour rate. | ||
| View original record | DISCHARGE CURVES OF DAGENITE 6HZD13-5 AT 10 HOUR RATE EXT RES .153 OHMS CAPACITY 80.5 AMP HRS INT RES .0089 OHMS BATTERY VOLTS CELL (VOLTS) CADMIUM TO POSITIVE (VOLTS) CADMIUM TO NEGATIVE (VOLTS)… | ||
| img282 | Letter to Peto & Radford regarding battery performance tests, lifecycle claims, and battery corrosion. | ||
| View original record | (Experimental Dept.) r6021. Rm/Wst.15/R. 10th November, 1936. Messrs. Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. For the attention of Mr. C.G.F. Pritchett. Dear Mr. Pritchett, I have your letter of the 5th… | ||
| img283 | Graph showing discharge curves for an Exide 6 XCMR-13L battery. | ||
| View original record | EXIDE 6 XCMR - 13L STEADY CURRENT (200 AMP) DISCHARGE CURVES CAPACITY 28.4 AMP. HRS. Y-AXIS SCALES: BATTERY VOLTS: 11.0, 10.0, 9.0, 8.0, 7.0 CELL VOLTS: 2.2, 2.0, 1.8, 1.6, 1.4 CADMIUM TO POSITIVE… | ||
| img284 | Graph showing the 10-hour rate discharge curves of 3-plate Phantom III batteries. | ||
| View original record | 10 HOUR RATE DISCHARGE CURVES OF 3 PLATE PHANTOM III BATTERIES EXT. RES. 1'55" 3.4.36 BATTERY VOLTS 14 13 12 11 10 HOURS DISCHARGE 0 2 4 6 8 10 12 EXIDE CXCMR 13-IML EXIDE CXCM 13-IML DAGENITE GHZD… | ||
| img285 | Graph showing the high rate discharge curves for an Exide 6XCM R 13-IM battery. | ||
| View original record | BATTERY VOLTS CELL VOLTS CADMIUM TO POSITIVE (VOLTS) CADMIUM TO NEGATIVE (VOLTS) SPECIFIC GRAVITY 11.5 1.8 2.0 0.25 1260 10.5 1.6 1.8 0.20 1240 9.5 1.4 1.6 0.15 1220 8.5 1.2 1.4 0.10 1200 7.5 1.0 1.2… | ||
| img286 | High rate discharge curves for a Dagenite 6 HZO 11S battery. | ||
| View original record | DAGENITE 6 HZO 11 S HIGH RATE DISCHARGE CURVES EXT: RES: 0.1 Ω CAPACITY 42.1 AMP HRS BATTERY VOLTS CELL VOLTS CADMIUM TO POSITIVE (VOLTS) CADMIUM TO NEGATIVE (VOLTS) SPECIFIC GRAVITY MINUTES DISCHARGE… | ||
| img287 | Graph showing 10-hour rate discharge curves for an Exide 6XCMR 13-1ML battery. | ||
| View original record | EXIDE 6XCMR 13 - 1ML 10 HOUR RATE DISCHARGE CURVES EXT. RES. 1.54 OHMS CAPACITY 77 AMP. HRS BATTERY VOLTS CELL VOLTS CADMIUM TO POSITIVE (VOLTS) CADMIUM TO NEGATIVE (VOLTS) SPECIFIC GRAVITY HOURS… | ||
| img288 | Graph of discharge curves for a Dagenite 6-HZD 15-S battery at a steady 200 amp current. | ||
| View original record | DAGENITE 6 HZD 15-S STEADY CURRENT (200 AMP) DISCHARGE CURVES CAPACITY 28.4 AMP HRS MINUTES DISCHARGED BATTERY VOLTS CELL VOLTS CADMIUM TO NEGATIVE (VOLTS) CADMIUM TO POSITIVE (VOLTS) SPECIFIC GRAVITY… | ||
| img289 | Experimental department report on comparative tests of Phantom III thin plate batteries. | ||
| View original record | RR 2X (50m) (41078 27-2-36) G.C.B. EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT REFERENCE 5/EB/2.11.36. COMPLETE REFERENCE: COMPARATIVE TESTS OF EXIDE (Strikethrough) Subject of Report: PHANTOM III THIN PLATE… | ||
| img290 | Internal memorandum regarding the examination and testing of new Marchal Type Lucas Headlights. | ||
| View original record | S/W. Rm/Wst. c. to Hs. c. " E. c. " E/Ev. c. " ROY. c. " Hn. re- Marchal Type Lucas Headlights. Reference Rm/Wst20/JH31.10.36, we were shown these new headlights by Lucas' representative last week,… | ||
| img291 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding two suggested alternative devices for battery hold-downs in Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | 86021 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 Lines) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S, LIEBERS,… | ||
| img292 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting in Derby to discuss test results. | ||
| View original record | 6021 Rm/Wst.3/JH. 3rd November, 1936. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter… | ||
| img293 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford discussing battery life, plate thickness and testing comparisons. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| img294 | Letter from Peto & Radford proposing the service testing of a 'sandwich' battery design. | ||
| View original record | -2- have a 'sandwich' battery made by fitting say three cells with thin plates and three with thick. This battery could then be put on a car for a true service test, but, of course, we realise that… | ||
| img295 | Letter from Peto & Radford following up on a special battery with topping-up devices. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| img296 | Letter from The D.P. Battery Company Ltd regarding particulars for Kathanode Corporation batteries. | ||
| View original record | ESTABLISHED 1888 76021 THE D.P. BATTERY COMPANY LIMITED MANUFACTURERS OF ELECTRIC STORAGE BATTERIES FOR ALL PURPOSES TELE. AND CABLEGRAMS: "BATTERY, BAKEWELL." "CUMULOSE, SOWEST, LONDON." 5TH EDITION… | ||
| img297 | Internal request to order two Exide batteries for experimental chassis 38-EX and 39-EX. | ||
| View original record | 6021. To Roy. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.16/AP.13.11.36. Experimental Chassis 38-EX. and 39-EX. Please order for us to order no. 54317 from the Exide Co.:- 1 - Exide 6.X.C.MR. 13 - 1ML. Battery. 1 - Exide… | ||
| img298 | Request to order replacement Exide batteries due to faulty cells and cracked containers. | ||
| View original record | To EJJ. from Rm/Wst. rl 6122. Rm/Wst.17/AP.13.11.36. PLANT AND DUTY BATTERIES Several of our Batteries in use have now to be replaced due to faulty cells and in the case of two batteries, cracked… | ||
| img299 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford discussing the comparative performance and cycle life of their batteries versus Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. (ESSEX) TELEGRAMS LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| img300 | Exide battery being sent to stores and returned to the makers for examination. | ||
| View original record | 6021 To Roy. from Rm/Wst. c. G/Mt. c. D/BP. Rm/Wst.18/AP.16.11.36. EXIDE BATTERY We are sending into the Stores, in a wet condition, an Exide battery type 6.X.C.M.R.13. Will you please arrange to… | ||
| img301 | Changing the treatment of battery boxes from lead coating to anti-sulphuric paint. | ||
| View original record | 6021 To Hs: from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.38/AP.16.11.36. BATTERY BOXES We have always had our battery boxes completely lead coated which costs us 10/- per box. We did this because with our old third brush… | ||
| img302 | Internal order for Exide batteries for the Electrical Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | from EJJ/JV. 6021 c to Rm/Wst. Order No.811. WST EJJ/JV22/JC16. 11. 36. Re - PLANT & DUTY BATTERIES, ELECTRICAL EXP. DEPT. Please order:- 2 - Exide 6.X.C.M.R.13 - 1ML. Batteries. 2 - Exide… | ||
| img303 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting a missing enclosure from a previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | 6021 Rm/Wst.10/AP. Experimental Department 9th December 1936. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. MANCHESTER. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the… | ||
| img304 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford arranging a meeting to discuss batteries. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 6021 TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS DAGENITE, CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO &… | ||
| img305 | Letter from the Experimental Department arranging a meeting with G.R.N. Minchin Esq. | ||
| View original record | 6021 Experimental Department Rm/Wst.11/AP. 15th December 1936. G.R.N. Minchin Esq., Messrs Peto & Radford, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Mr.Minchin, In reply to your letter of the 14th… | ||
| img307 | Letter from an external supplier regarding life test results of an Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | 6122. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| img308 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company detailing battery test results and analysis. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Cycle number. 1 2 3 4 5 Battery volts at end of 1 hour 11.6 11.8 11.7 11.6 11.6 discharge. The battery was then fully… | ||