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Note regarding a proposed change from a Weston ammeter to an Elliott ammeter, pending a 10,000-mile test report.
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V4172 Lasy. - from Wor. [redacted] c.c) EFC. Wor11/W7/4/24. I have your note Roy10/MG4/4/24, proposing that in view of EFC's report we change from the Weston ammeter, an American production, to the…
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Comparison test report between an Elliott Chassis Ammeter and a standard Weston ammeter.
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Copy 10.3.24 X.4622 - Test of Elliott Chassis Ammeter This ammeter was compared with a standard Weston chassis ammeter and one of our box instruments. From appearance the Weston ammeter is the better,…
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Requesting a 10,000-mile test for a sample ammeter from an alternative English supplier, Elliott Brothers.
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Lett-22 Hs. from ROY. c. to Wsv. c. to HY c. to EFG ROY4/G25.4.24. As you are aware, we are particularly anxious to have alternative sources of supply available, and as far as possible English…
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Replacement of a special glass for an Elliott Ammeter to be fitted to an experimental car.
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X.4622 To ROY. from EFC. c. EV. EFC1/T28.4.24. X;4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETER+ Reference your ROY4/MG25.4.24. it will probably be necessary for this instrument to be returned to the makers to have a new…
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New glass fitted to an Elliott Ammeter, which is being sent for exhaustive road testing and comparison.
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X 4622 No. from ROY. a. to FOW. b. to RY. c. to SPC. -------------------- ROY2/AG/10.5.24 -------------------- X.4622 - Elliott Ammeter Further to ROY4/AG25.4.24, and SFC1/T2.4.24, Messrs. Elliott…
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Testing an Elliott ammeter as a potential alternative to the Weston instrument for chassis 98-NK.
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X 4622 To RHC. from EPC. c. Hs/GWH. EPC2/T12.5.24. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETER. We are handing you herewith an Elliott ammeter which has been carefully tested in our Dept. and is the nearest to, though…
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Letter from Thompson & Co. offering SIPAM Motor Car Type Ammeters.
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THOMPSON & CO. F. THOMPSON, A.M.I.E.E. MANUFACTURERS' AGENTS & MERCHANTS 48 WATLING STREET, LONDON E.C.4 Telephone: CITY 6120 A.B.C. Code 5th Edition Telegrams: TRICALGEN PHONE LONDON OUR REF. FT/KH…
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French product sheet for automotive ammeters and voltmeters.
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SOCIÉTÉ INDUSTRIELLE Pour la FABRICATION d'APPAREILS DE MESURE 8, Rue Godot-de-Mauroy PARIS TÉLÉPH. : LOUVRE 14-52 TÉLÉGR. : SIFAM-PARIS Ampèremètres et Voltmètres pour Automobile ....................…
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Price list for Type E-66 moving iron instruments (ammeters and voltmeters).
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V-2 Tarif des Appareils à Fer Amorti Type E-66 Graduation | Cadran | Types de Boîtiers 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 Ampères. Charge et décharge 5 - 0 - 5 | blanc | *8 | 9 20 | 9 20 | 9 20 | - | 9 20 | -…
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French language specification sheet showing three types of dashboard gauges and various dial faces.
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Spécimens de Cadrans. AMPÈRES DÉCHARGE CHARGE VOLTS Type N° 1. — Modèle Normal. Convient pour tous tableaux, S. E. V., Gadot, Labinal, Eyquem, Équipement Électrique,....). Type N° 2. Appareil pour…
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French language specification sheet with diagrams for four types of mounting fixtures.
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V-4 Type No 4. Modèle à grande Collerette Nickelée et 4 trous de fixation. (Tableaux Ducellier). Type No 5. Appareil pour Fixation par Etrier. (Tableaux North & East). N.B. - Notre fourniture ne…
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French language data sheet and price list for Type E-70 precision moving-coil instruments.
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APPAREILS A CADRE MOBILE DE PRÉCISION Ces appareils, montés sur saphirs, ont leur fonctionnement basé sur le même principe que nos appareils de tableau (voir notice B) dont ils sont la réduction. Une…
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Technical drawings with dimensions for a flush-mounted model (Type A) and a surface-mounted model (Type B).
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Juin 1923 Stamp: [Illegible] LONDON, E.C.1 Stamp: 4UL 23 [Illegible] ENCOMBREMENTS Type N° A. — Modèle à encastrer. Type N° B. — Modèle saillant. Dimensions include: 46, 24, 32, 70, 57, 49.5, 48…
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Letter from Elliott Brothers (London) Ltd enquiring about the road test results for a sample Ammeter.
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F4622 CONTRACTORS TO THE BRITISH AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. BY APPOINTMENT TO HIS LATE MAJESTY KING EDWARD VII. ELLIOTT BROTHERS (LONDON) LTD ESTABLISHED 1800. LONDON OFFICES: 1, CENTRAL BUILDINGS,…
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The performance and condition of an Elliott Ammeter on chassis 98-NK, recommending re-testing.
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X4622 EPC3/T 24.10.24. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETER ON 98-NK. Since fitting to this chassis this instrument has done 12,184 miles. In spite of the glass having been inadvertently cracked, the instrument…
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Request to re-test the accuracy of an Elliott ammeter on chassis 98-NK.
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X4622 To RHC. from EFC. EFC/L/T29.12.24. X. 4622. ELLIOTT AMMETER. We have a note to the effect that the Elliott ammeter on 98-NK, after return of that chassis from France, should be re-tested for…
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Request to return two damaged Weston ammeters for repair and to have them fitted with an updated insulating device.
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To Wd. from EFC. V1162 EFCL/T22.1.25. X.1162. WESTON AMMETERS. Herowith we hand to you two chassis Weston ammeters Model 301, Nos. 142740 and 142775, which have become damaged. We should be glad if…
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Recurring faults with an Elliott Ammeter after a 10,000-mile test, including a cracked glass and a jammed needle.
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To ROY. from EFC. EFC1/T24.1.25. X 4622 X. 4622. ELLIOTT AMMETER. This Elliott ammeter has now done 10,000 miles on the car, but although it has been working reasonably correctly it is not altogether…
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Inspection report on Elliott Ammeter No.134643 after a 10,000-mile test.
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F.V.C. PC92. Jan 23rd. 1925. ELLIOTT AMMETER NO.134643. The general appearance of this ammeter when received after the 10,000 mile test was, apart from the fact that the glass was cracked right…
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Passing a report on a faulty Elliott Ammeter to the manufacturer for a replacement.
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EFC. from ROY. .X.4622 ROY9/LG27.1.25 ------------ X.4622 - Elliott Ammeter ------------ Thank you for the detailed report on above, which I am passing to Elliotts, and asking if they are prepared to…
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Requesting the return of a Weston ammeter to the makers for repair.
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V1162 To Wd. from EFC. EFC2/T23.2.25. X.1162 WESTON AMMETER+ Herewith we hand to you Weston ammeter No.18444. Will you kindly return this instrument to the makers for repair. EFC.
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Concerning the search for an ammeter to rival the Weston, and correspondence with supplier Elliott Brothers.
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Memo from ROY. c. to EFC. V 4622 ROY1/MG3.3.25 You will recollect for some time we have been trying to find an Ammeter equal in performance to the Weston, and Elliotts after considerable trouble, put…
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Letter from Elliott Brothers (London) Ltd responding to complaints about an Elliott Ammeter.
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Copy From: ELLIOTT BROTHERS (LONDON) LTD Century Works, Lewisham LONDON S.E.13 AHA/FMC ROYB/G27.1.25 24th February 1925 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. DERBY Dear Sirs, Elliott Ammeter - X.4622 With…
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Clarifying the requirements for Messrs. Elliott to produce an ammeter superior to the Weston instrument.
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V4622 To ROY. from EFC. EPC6/T3.3.25. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETER. Reference your ROY1/MG3.3.25, it appears that Messrs. Elliott do not seem to understand that the object of their efforts, from our point…
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Complaint about a cracked glass on an Elliott Ammeter.
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X.4622. EFC. from ROY. ROY9/MG27.4.25. ---------------- Elliott Ameter 4622 Messrs. Elliott Brothers point out that, as far as they can see, the Zero Corrector on their instrument is identical with…
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From ROY to EFC regarding the evaluation and potential order of ammeters from Elliott Brothers.
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EFC. from ROY. VL622 ROY10/AG14.7.25 ------------------ Elliott Brothers are asking if we can now give them any further information regarding the Ammeter they submitted in competition with the Weston.…
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Confirming an order for four Elliott ammeters for endurance testing on experimental cars.
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Y4622 EFC3/T20.9.25. To ROY. from EFC. c. WG. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETER. Answering your ROY10/WG14.7.25, we think we might at this stage order four ammeters from Messrs. Elliott Bros for endurance…
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Instruction sheet regarding the performance and accuracy of Elliott ammeters.
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RR 300 (20 Bks.) (SK 354 5-12-22) MP 26404 X. 4622 108689 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.T.G. Order No.: Re: J.B.120. Customer's No.: X 4622 Date: 11 - 9 - 1925 Re Elliott Ammeters nos…
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Requesting to fit two Elliott ammeters onto a 20 HP chassis and chassis 8-EX for testing purposes.
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X4622 To HHC. from EPC. EPC3/11.9.25. X.4632. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. We hand you herewith two Elliott ammeters Nos. 14099 and 1410D! Would you kindly have these put one on a convenient 20 HP chassis, and…
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Faults found in two out of four Elliott ammeters received for testing.
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V4622 To Wd. from EFC. c. ROY. EFC1/T12.9.25. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. With reference to the four Elliott ammeters recently received for test, two of these are slightly faulty; in one it is not…
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The condition and electrical calibration of an Elliott Milliammeter No. 4808.
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Y4622 EFC4/T22.9.25. ELLIOTT MILLIAMMETER No. 4808. This instrument appears to be in quite good order mechanically. It is nicely dead-beat and works without any sticking. Electrically, the nominal…
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Instruction sheet regarding the accuracy testing of two Elliott ammeters after repair.
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RR 300 (20 Bks.) (SK 354 5-12-22 M/P 264049) X.4622 108705 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.E.L. Date: 2-12-1925 Order No.: Customer's No.: X.4622 Re: J.B.134 Re Elliott ammeters no 140998 &…
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The replacement and repair of Elliott ammeters on various chassis.
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Y4622 To RHC. from EFC. EFC4/T2.12.25. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETERS. Herewith we hand to you two further Elliott ammeters Nos.140998 and 141000. Would you kindly have these put on chassis 10-EX and…
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Sending a damaged Weston ammeter for repair to the Weston Electrical Instrument Co.
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To Wd. from EFC. EFC7/T9.12.25. WESTON AMMETERS. We send you herewith Weston ammeter Model 301 No.111145 which has become damaged on the chassis. Would you kindly have this sent to the Weston…
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Return of a Weston Ammeter from an experimental car for repair.
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Y162 To Wd. from EFC. EFC1/T14.12.25. X.1162 - WESTON AMMETER No. 262376. O/N.735 Herewith we hand to you Weston ammeter No. 262376 which has come off one of our experimental cars. Will you kindly…
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Customer complaint about an American ammeter and the desire to use a British-made alternative.
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X 1162 To Hs. from BJ. Copies to -Wd- -Hoy.- C. BJ6/H16.12.25. AMMETER. X 462 x.4118 I attach a copy of a letter from Mr. C.A. Hyde. The following is an extract from the minutes of yesterday's Sales…
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Customer complaint about the 'U.S.A.' branding on a car's ammeter, urging for a British-made replacement.
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COPY. Westleigh, Acocks Green, Birmingham. Dec. 10, 1925. Messrs. Geo. Heath Ltd. Gentlemen, Re Rolls 20 just ordered by me. On my present Rolls I have continuously the words U.S.A. in front of me. I…
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Evaluation and testing of chassis ammeters from different suppliers, Weston and Elliott Bros.
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X4622 To BJ. from EFC. c. to Wd. c. to ROY. c. to C. EFC3/T1.1.26. RE CHASSIS AMMETER. X4622 Y:162 Reference BJ6/HL6.12.25, addressed to Hs. We have had negotiations with Messrs. Elliot Bros. on the…
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Testing of Elliott ammeters on an experimental chassis before standardisation.
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Contd. -2- EFC3/T1.1.26. We are of the opinion that we might encounter faults which have not existed on one instrument tested, and would prefer, before suggesting Elliott ammeters for standardisation,…
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The mileage accumulated by various Elliott ammeters on different test cars.
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X4622 4.1.26. X.4622 - ELLIOTT METERS. Ammeter No.140998 has done 948 miles on 10-EX since 9.12.25. Ammeter No.140999 has done 10,000 + miles on 8-EX since 14.9.25. Ammeter No.141000 has done 789…
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Complaint about the dial finish on sample ammeters and proposing an alternative supplier.
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EFC. from ROY. X4622 ROY20/MG4.1.26 re Chassis Ammeter I note your remarks to BJ re the sample Ammeters submitted by Messrs. Elliott (Ref: EFC3/T1.1.26), and as far as finish is concerned, would…
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Finish of Elliott ammeters compared to standard Weston instruments and proposing a solution for a uniform appearance.
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X4623 To BJ from EFC. c. ROY. c. Wd. c. C. EFC3/T4.1.26. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETERS. Further to our EFC3/T1.1.26 stating that the four Elliott ammeters referred to were doing quite well electrically,…
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The experimental fitting of an Elliott Ammeter.
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S/W X4622 C4/B6.1.26. Re Elliott Ammeters. EFC3/T4.1.26. ------- We note what you say concerning these and we presume that you will complete your experiments and if satisfactory, arrange to have an…
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Choice between Elliott and Weston ammeters for a customer's vehicle.
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W/S C. EPC. BY12/H. 8.1.26. AMMETER FOR MR.C.A.HYDE. EPC. has handed me the correspondence which has taken place between the Experimental Dept. and Sales. From the correspondence in question he has…
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Requesting the comparative cost of the Elliott ammeter versus the current standard instrument.
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X4622 To ROY. from EPC. EPC4/T13.1.26. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETERS I have a note from BJ. to the following effect:- "With reference to EPC3/T4.1.26, can you please let me have the comparative cost of…
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Requesting a comparative cost for Elliott ammeters and questioning the manufacturing origin of the Western Electric Company's ammeter.
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X4622 To EMC. from BJ. BJ1/H13.1.26. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. X4622 X1162 With reference to EFC3/T4.1.26, can you please let me have the comparative cost of the Elliott ammeter and our present standard…
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Query regarding omitting the 'made in America' indication on a Weston Ammeter.
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X1162 To Wd. from EFC. EFC5/T13.1.26. RE WESTON AMMETER I have a note from BJ. with reference to ammeters in which he says :- "We should like to omit the indication that it is made in America if we…
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Comparative costs of ammeters from Weston and Elliott Brothers.
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EFC. from ROY. X.4622 ROY5/AG14.1.26 X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETERS Replying to your Memo. EFC4/T13.1.26. Our present Weston Ammeter costs us 35/6d. and when I last discussed this question with Messrs.…
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Proposal to exchange and test an Elliott ammeter for standardization.
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X4622 To RHC. from EFC. EFC5/T15.1.25. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETER FOR 10-GIII. Elliott ammeters are also proposed for standardisation and I would be glad if you could arrange to exchange the Elliott…
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Comparative cost and sourcing queries of Elliott and Weston ammeters.
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To BJ. from EFC. X4622 EFC2/T18.1.26. RE ELLIOTT AMMETERS. Answering your BJ1/H13.1.26, firstly re the question of the comparative cost of the Elliott ammeter and our present standard instrument, Roy.…
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Follow-up memo from Elliott Brothers of London regarding the trial of miniature ammeters.
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6352 ... from ROY. c. to Hs. ROY11/MG27.1.26 Ammeters --------- Messrs. Elliott Brothers, of London, write:- "Referring to your Order No.45752 of the 22nd July "last, covering 4 Miniature Ammeters for…
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10,000-mile test of an Elliott ammeter on a 40/50 car and a planned test on a 20 HP chassis before standardisation.
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To RDY. from EPC. RFC1/T1.2.26. X.4522 - ELLIOTT AMMETER. Answering your RUY11/MG27.1.25, we have by this time completed satisfactorily one 10,000 mile test on an Elliott ammeter on a 40/50 car. The…
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The performance of the Elliott ammeter compared to the Weston instrument.
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Y4622 Exptl. Report. Exp.No.4622 EFC2/T1.2.26. To R. from EFC. c. E. Da. HJ. c. CJ. EY. KP. c. Wor. Rg. RE ELLIOTT AMMETER Four Elliott ammeters, similar in appearance to the Weston instrument, but…
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Page 2 of a report on ammeters from Messrs. Elliott, detailing a previous test failure and comparing the instrument's appearance to a Weston.
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Exel. Report. -2- EFC2/Tl.2.26. It perhaps should be mentioned that these are not the first ammeters we have had from Messrs. Elliott. We have previously had an instrument which, although it did…
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The mileage test performance and condition of Elliott ammeters.
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JC.3. COPY 29.1.26. RE ELLIOTT AMMETER No.140999 on 8-EX. This ammeter has now completed a total mileage of 16,117, about 15,000 of which have been run in France. The ammeter has behaved very well all…
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Dismantling of chassis 8-EX and the request for specific parts to be returned for examination.
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Y4572 To RHC. from EFC. EFC/O/T4.2.26. RE CHASSIS 8-EX. It is understood that this chassis is now to be dismantled. The items which we would like to have back for examination are :- (1) The Elliott…
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Instruction sheet detailing the satisfactory performance of an Elliott ammeter after 16,644 miles.
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RR 236/150 BKS. f (DB 431-8 12 24) MP 209875 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.J.E. Order No.: J.C.10. Customer's No.: Re Elliott Ammeter no 140997 from chassis 8EX. This ammeter has now completed…
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Instruction sheet detailing an error on an instrument board.
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RR 238 (150 BKS.) (DB 461-8-12-24) WP 30679 ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. D 19 To Order No. J.C.10 Customer's No. instrument board. This instrument has an error of +1.5% at 20 amperes on both the…
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From ROY to EFC regarding the progress of Elliott Ammeter tests and a 10,000-mile test on the 20 HP chassis.
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V4622 EFC from ROY. ROY17/AG/17.2.26 I am glad to see from EFC1/T1.2.26 that tests with the Elliott Ammeter are progressing so satisfactorily. I am not sure whether the 10,000 mile test of same on the…
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Delayed 10,000-mile test of an Elliott Ammeter.
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To ROY. from EFC. VL627 EPCL/T18.2.26. ELLIOTT AMMETER. Answering your RUY17/MSH 7.2.26, the 10,000 mile test referred to is about to be started. It has been delayed for various reasons. EFC.
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Ordering and standardising ammeters for the 40/50 HP and 20 HP chassis.
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X 4622 EFC. from ROY. ROY10/AG1.3.26 Ammeters. It will be necessary shortly to place orders for additional Ammeters. You have already tested out the Elliott Ammeter on the 40/50 HP. Chassis, and I…
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Mileage to date for Elliott ammeters, excluding a specific 10,000-mile test.
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X4622 EFC/T8.3.26. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETER MILEAGE TO DATE (Other than 10,000 miles test on 8-EX) 10-EX. 140098. 3733 miles. 16-GIII. 141000. 2303 " 11-GIII. 141001 397 " EFC/G.J.
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Progress of a 10,000-mile test on a 20 HP chassis equipped with an Elliott ammeter.
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To ROY. from EPC. X4622 EFC3/T8.3.26. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETER Answering your ROY/10/MGL.3.26, I consider it preferable to await the completion of the 10,000 mile test on the 20 HP. chassis. 3,200…
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Damaged Weston ammeter being sent for repair due to a previously identified fault.
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To Wd. from EFC. Y/162 EFC/T9.3.26. RE WESTON AMMETER. Herewith we hand to you a Weston ammeter which has been damaged by a short circuit occurring to the zero correcter. This was a fault that we…
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The status and issues with two Elliott ammeters.
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X.4622. 13.5.26. RE ELLIOTT AMMETERS. No.140999 - removed from chassis 8-EX after satisfactory test, fitted to 12-EX. No.141001 - removed from chassis 11-GIII after 2642 miles. Needle sticking and…
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The return of a faulty Elliott ammeter for correction.
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J Wd. from EFC. c. ROY. X4622 EFC3/T13.5.26. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETER. We hand you herewith Elliott ammeter No.141001, which is one of four (Nos.140998-141001) which we recently received from Messrs.…
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Standardisation sheet for an ammeter by Elliott Bros, with remarks on standardising instrument dials and hands.
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TO HS. FROM RS. X4622 RS1/M31.5.26. STANDARDISATION SHEET. AMMETER MADE BY ELLIOTT BROS. We return the above sheet, agreed to, and initialled, by H. DA. and W. R. remarks - "When can all 6 of our…
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Query about standardizing the appearance of six car instrument dials and hands.
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To Hs. BY. from R. c. to Wor. BJ. CWB. PN. X4622 R4/M31.5.26. RE. CAR INSTRUMENTS. X.4622 X.8530 When can all six of our instruments have cream faces and black figures, and black, or red tipped hands?…
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Requesting the completion of instructions to remove an Elliott ammeter for examination, with a Weston ammeter provided as a replacement.
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To HHC. from EPC. X4622 EPC4/T4.6.26. X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETER. We should be pleased if you would complete the instructions contained in our EFC2/T21.5.26 of having the Elliott ammeter removed from…
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Supplier trial for ammeters between Elliott Bros. and the Weston Company.
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X4622 To Hs. from BJ. Standardisation Sheet. BJ6/E25/6/26 Ammeter. Elliott Bros. Referring to standardisation sheet No.4622, would it not be safest, before switching straight over to the Elliott…
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Cover letter for a standardisation sheet regarding an ammeter made by Elliott Bros.
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RS. from Hs/LG. V/4622 Hs/LG21.6.26. STANDARDISATION SHEET. AMMETER MADE BY ELLIOTT BROS. As requested, we attach a further standard-isation sheet in connection with the above, for which pt item…
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Requesting a copy of a document concerning a standardisation sheet for an Elliott Bros. ammeter.
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To BJ. from Hs. Y4622 Hs/LG5.7.26. STANDARDISATION SHEET. AMMETER - ELLIOTT BROS. Referring to BJ2/E2.7.26. We cannot trace having received a copy of BJ6/E25.6.26 in connection with the above. We…
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Standardisation of the Elliott ammeter and a proposal to conduct a 50-50 trial with the Weston ammeter.
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To Ry. } from EFC. Wd. } ROY. } 14622 EFC2/T7.7.26. RE STANDARDISATION OF ELLIOTT AMMETER. With reference to the Elliott ammeter for which a standardisation sheet has recently been circulated, RJ.…
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Return of a Weston ammeter to its makers for a new glass fitting due to cracking.
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To Wd. from EFC. X1162 EFCl/T21.7.26. RE WESTON AMMETER Herewith we hand to you Weston ammeter No.142740. Would you kindly have this instrument returned to the makers to have a new glass fitted, the…
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Short memo regarding the standardisation of the Elliott Ammeter.
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To BJ. from Hs. 74622 Hs2/LG24.8.26. STANDARDISATION OF ELLIOTT AMMETER. We attach EPC2/T7.7.26 which is self explanatory. We should be glad if you will now return the standardisation with your…
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The standardisation of the Elliott Ammeter.
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H8 (RECEIVED) 26 AUG 1926 4622 To Hs. from BJ. BJ1/D25.8.26. Standardisation of Elliott Ammeter. Referring to your Hs2/L024.8.26, I have not yet heard what you and BY. advise, and if you consider the…
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The fitting of Elliott Ammeters to 20 HP cars and retaining Weston Ammeters for the Phantom model.
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To R.J. from Hs. X1162 Hs4/LG26.8.26 ELLIOTT AMMETER. X4622 It has been suggested by BY: and we agree, that at first Elliott Ammeters will only be fitted to the 20 HP. cars. We shall continue with the…
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Standardisation proposal for ammeters made by Messrs. Elliott Bros.
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RR 733 (10M) (DB120 12-9-24) MS 201225 44622 HS STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS Date 27.5.26 Description of Parts: AMMETERS MADE BY MESSRS. ELLIOTT BROS. X No. 4622 Origin: Desirability of British…
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Chassis 12-EX after 6000 miles, detailing the performance of the Exide and P&R battery cells.
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X4622 Extract from GWH/RP19.8.26. REPORT ON CHASSIS 12-EX. EAC.8 AFTER 6000 MILES. Battery. X.4617S. Battery fitted with half Exide and half P & R cells. The battery is still in good condition. The…
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The instruction of Elliott ammeters for the 20 HP chassis and Weston ammeters for the 40/50 HP chassis.
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V4622 20.8.26. RE ELLIOTT AMMETER We have received information from BY/Mtn. to the effect that Elliott ammeters have been instructed for the 20 HP. chassis and Weston ammeters for the 40/50 HP.…
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The condition of chassis 12-EX after a 9000-mile test, focusing on electrical components.
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X4622 Extract from CWH2/RP23.8.26. REPORT ON CHASSIS 12-EX, FAC.8 AFTER 9000 MILES. Electrical Fittings. X.878C, X.4105. Distribution board and cutout D box modified with C type contacts, rigid…
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Fitting of Elliott ammeters to 20 HP cars and continuing with Weston ammeters for the Phantom.
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To BJ. from Hs. Y4622 Hs4/LG26. 8. 26. ELLIOTT AMMETER. V1782 It has been suggested by BY. and we agree, that at first Elliott Ammeters will only be fitted to the 20 HP. cars. We shall continue with…
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The standardization of chassis instrument board ammeters from different suppliers.
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X462 Z BY/TDD. C. HS. BY9/H. 30.3.26. STANDARDIZATION OF CHASSIS P.T.D. INSTRUMENT BOARD. AMMETER MADE BY ELLIOTT BROTHERS. We have received a completed standardization Sheet dated 27.3.26. for the…
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Confirming the satisfactory completion of a 10,000-mile test on a second Elliott ammeter on experimental chassis 12-MX in France.
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To RJ. from EFC. BY. Wd. Roy. Y4622 EPC5/T13.9.26. X.4682. ELLIOTT AVMETER. A second Elliott ammeter has now satisfactorily completed a 10,000 mile test on expl. chassis 12-MX in France. EFC.
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Electrical experimental road test log sheet with mileage records.
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ELECTRICAL EXPERIMENTAL ROAD TESTS Elliott X. Ch. 0/4/77/1 X. No:- 4622 Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading Start. | Miles reading Finish. | Miles covered. | Total Miles…
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Log sheet recording test mileage data and remarks on a component.
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X. No: 4622 Circuit mileage | Date on | Location | Date off | REMARKS. | Miles Previous | Miles Running on | Miles Testing | Total Miles | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | 2-12-25 | f.a.b. | |…
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Log sheet tracking the mileage and usage details for an experimental Elliott Ammeter.
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EXPERIMENTAL INSTRUMENTS REGISTER X. No:- 468L Elliott Ammeter no 141001 Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles reading Start | Miles reading Finish | Miles covered | Total Miles 2-10-25…
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Mileage and test log for 'Elliott Camels, No 140998' from 1925-1926.
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( X4622 ) [MATERIAL DIARY & RUNNING RECORD] X. No:- 46xx Elliott Camels, No 140998 Date on Location Date off REMARKS Miles reading start Miles reading finish Miles covered Total Miles 2-12-25…
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Requesting the return of a Weston ammeter, model 301, to its makers for repair.
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V1162 Md. from EPC. EFC5/T18.11.26. RE WESTON AMMETER. We hand you herewith a Weston ammeter, No. 226733, model 301. Will you kindly return this to the makers for repair. EPC.
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Weston ammeter with broken glass being sent for repair.
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To Wd. from EFC. X1162 EFC/T17.12.26. X.1162. WESTON AMMETER. Herewith we hand to you a Weston ammeter, No.176423, of which the glass has been broken. Would you kindly send this for repair. EFC.
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Supply of ammeters from two firms.
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X1162 ? Wd- Hs BY/HMB. Lr FSG. BY15/H. 12.1.27. Hr AMMETERS. -------- X4622 The position in regard to ammeters is, that we buy regularly 50% of our requirements from each of the two following firms:-…
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Requesting the replacement of a faulty Elliott ammeter on chassis 12-EX.
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V4622 To RHC. from EPC. C.c. HS/Alis. EPCM/T18.1.27. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. X.4622. Herewith we hand to you Elliott ammeter No.141001. Will you please have this changed for the Elliott ammeter on chassis…
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The return of an Elliott ammeter for repair, with an attached assistant's report.
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X4677 To Wd. from EPC. EPC5/T26.1.27. We hand you herewith Elliott ammeter No.140999 We should be pleased if you would have this sent back to the makers for repair, which we consider might be free of…
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Instruction sheet form for work to be completed, with fields for order and customer details.
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RR 238 (100 BKS.) [DS 4611-12-24] MP 308975 X4622 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To [Illegible handwriting] 19 Order No. Customer's No. 12EX Λ [Illegible handwritten text] Signed [Illegible signature]…
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Letter regarding special tests for an Elliott Ammeter and attaching correspondence from Elliott Bros.
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EFC.from Vd. X4622 WD9/WJ.4.2.27. Elliott Ammeter No.140999. Referring to yours TFC5/T26.1.27 and report ref.- EPC.JC.67. of 26th ult., I attach hereto a letter from Elliott Bros.(London)Ltd. dated…
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Letter from Elliott Brothers Ltd. concerning the examination of a miniature ammeter.
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ELLIOTT BROTHERS Ltd., CENTURY WORKS, LEWISHAM, LONDON, S.E.13. WP/LE.RJ.1614. W43/NU27127. 1st. February, 1927. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, We have now examined miniature ammeter…
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Test results for an Elliott Ammeter, the reasons for a filed sealing cup, and a proposed resolution.
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To Wd. from EFC. V4622 EFC/L/T5.2.27. ELLIOTT AMMETER. No.140999. Reference your WD9/WJ4.2.27, on enquiry I find that there is no doubt whatever as to the readings of the instrument on test in our…
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The fitment and supply of 'Weston' and 'Elliott' Ammeters for the 20 HP and 40/50 HP chassis.
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X4622 BY. from ROY. c. to Hs. c. to BFC. ROY13/MG/7.2.27 "Weston" and "Elliott" Ammeters ------------------------------- Under existing arrangements we fit the English made "Elliott" Ammeter to the 20…
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Sourcing and fitting of English and American ammeters to different chassis models.
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Copy for Hs. C o p y ---------- W/S. BJ. from ROY. c. to C. -------------- ROY1/AG1.2.27 AMMETERS -------- Under existing arrangements we fit the English made Elliott Ammeter to the 20 HP. Chassis,…
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From BJ to ROY regarding the fitting of English-made Ammeters.
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Copy for He. C O P Y ------- To ROY from BJ. Ammeters. BJ16/E3/2/27 Referring to your ROY1/MG1/2/27, this was read to the Sales Conference, and the opinion was, that if the technical department at W.…
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Reliability comparison of Weston and Elliott ammeters.
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X4622 DEPT. c. Hs. c. EFC. c. EJ. BY3/H. 8.8.27. RECEIVED 8 AUG 1927 WESTON AND ELLIOTT AMMETERS. Referring to moyl3/AG.7.2.27. & detached papers, the position originally outlined was that we should…
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Correspondence regarding a faulty Elliott Ammeter, No. 140999.
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EFC.from Wd. X.4622 Wd.absent. Wd/1/JW.10.2.27. Elliott Ammeter No.140999. The remarks in yours EFC1/T5.2.27 were duly communicated to Elliott Bros.(London)Ltd. and we are this morning in receipt of…
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The re-delivery and status of Elliott Ammeter No.140999.
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EFC. from Wd. X 4622 Wd6/WJ21.2.27. Elliott Ammeter No.140999. I confirm mine Wd1/WJ10.2.27. The above-mentioned ammeter has now been re-delivered by Elliott Bros.Ltd. and instructions have been given…
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Static charge build-up on the glass of an Elliott ammeter, causing erroneous needle deflections.
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To Wd. from EFC. X4622 EFC L/T2.5.27. ELLIOTT AMMETER. X.4622. It has been noticed that the Elliott ammeter is somewhat subject to the known effect in electrical instruments of a deflection of the…
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Test Department complaint about an Elliott Ammeter, attributing the fault to static effect.
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To Wd. from EFC. X4672 EFC3/T9.5.27. RE ELLIOTT AMMETER As far as we know, the Test Dept. complaint is entirely due to the static effect which we have mentioned. We do not appear to have any record of…
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Visit to Elliott Bros' Works and a complaint from the Test Dept. about faulty ammeters.
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EFC. from Wd. X4612 Wd/NJS.9.5.27. Elliott Ammeter - X.4622. Hereto attached is copy of letter from Elliott Bros. Ltd. in reply to yours EFC1/T2.5.27. I am going to London tomorrow and shall take…
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Letter from Elliott Bros. regarding electrostatic effects on miniature ammeters and conductive glass.
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Copy of letter from:- Elliott Bros. (London) Ltd., Century Works, Lewisham, London, S.E.13. Ref.- WP/LE. Your ref.- Wd13/NJ2527. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your…
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Visit to Elliott Bros. to discuss improvements and quality issues with their ammeter.
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By. from WD. c. to EFC. Wd7/NJ11.5.27 Elliott Ammeter - X.4622. The remarks conveyed in EFC1/T2.5.27. By9/H6.5.27 and EPC3/T9.5.27 were communicated by letter to Elliott Bros.(London) Ltd. and…
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Use of washers for thin and soft instrument dials supplied by Cambridge Instrument Co.
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- 2 - I may just mention that Elliotts find that the dials supplied to them by the Cambridge Instrument Co. are so thin and soft that it is necessary to employ a good size washer under each of the two…
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Investigation into the issue of sticking needles on Elliott Ammeters.
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from ROY. c. to Hs. c. to Wg. c. to WFC. c. to WP --------------- V 4622 ROY10/MG27.5.27 --------------- Ammeters --------------- There was some suggestion recently that the needles on the Elliott…
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Electrostatic test report comparing a Weston Model 301 and an Alliott Type 'M.R.' instrument.
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COPY ROLLS ROYCE MINIATURE INSTRUMENTS Weston Model 301. No. 456151 Alliott Type "M.R." No.146020 ELECTROSTATIC TESTS: Mounted side by side flush in cardboard box, 6½" x 6½" x 6". 16-5-27 Weather…
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Test report comparing Weston and Elliott instruments under temperature and stray field conditions.
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COPY - 2 - Weston Model 301. No.456151 Elliott Type "H.R." No.146020 TEMPERATURE TEST. The effect of change in temperature of the Instruments and surrounding air was made as in the previous test, by…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. regarding a new range of electrical measuring instruments suitable for car dashboards.
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Y3498 FERRANTI LTD. HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. Radio/G.R. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. 15th July, 1927. Dear Sirs, FERRANTI ELECTRICAL MEASURING INSTRUMENTS. Within the next week or…
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Page 2 of a letter from Ferranti Limited regarding product pricing and sales support.
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-2- Contd. available at the list price of 30/- and we are prepared to supply you at the low figure of 19/3d. each presuming reasonable numbers are ordered. If desired we shall be pleased to send over…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. following up on an offer of electrical measuring instruments for dashboard use.
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V3498 FERRANTI LTD. HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. 11th August, 1927. Radio/GR Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. Dear Sirs, FERRANTI ELECTRICAL MEASURING INSTRUMENTS. On the 15th ult., we…
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Correspondence regarding specifications for a Ferranti chassis ammeter sample.
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To Roy. from EFC. X3498 EFC2/T17.8.27. FERRANTI AMMETERS CHASSIS TYPE. We attach correspondence received in this connection. It appears it may be to our advantage to allow Messrs. Ferranti to submit…
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Ferranti ammeter and transformer.
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To Roy. from EFC. sc D/BP. V.3498 EFCL/T19.9.27. FERRANTI AMMETER & TRANSFORMER. Reference your Roy/CGS4/WM16.9.27, we have asked Mr. Salt to arrange for this transformer (sent in error) to be ordered…
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Instructions regarding a car's potential skidding on wet roads and a proposed solution for the instrument board.
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ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To Order No. J.P. Customer's No. ... report of ... ... as a result of a ... ... to oiler. when the car ... pressure is opened & on wet roads the ... to be quite ... the…
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Return of an unsuitable Ferranti ammeter and proposing a replacement.
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To Roy. from EFC. Y3496? EFC1/T3.10.27. FERRANTI AMMETER FOR CHASSIS. Herewith we return this instrument. We could not consider this at all in its present form. As there is likelihood of the new…
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Suitability of a Ferranti ammeter for chassis use.
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Y 3498 EPC3/T1.11127. To Roy. from EFC. c. BY. FERRANTI AMMETER FOR CHASSIS. Referring to Messrs. Ferranti's letter of the 22nd. ult., ref. Radio/G.R. (which we now return), we did not attach all that…
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From PN to EFC regarding a faulty ammeter from Ferranti, Ltd. and seeking an opinion on their instruments.
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X3 498 S/W. PN3/EH.23.11.27. To EFC. from PN. Messrs. Ferranti, Ltd. have been in touch with you recently in connection with their new design of ammeter and volt meters for instrument boards. They…
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Proposing to exclusively use English-made Weston and Elliott ammeters for the 40/50 HP and 20 HP chassis.
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X4622 HY. from ROY. c. to Hs. ey. to HYO. oy. to Mxr. ROY5/WG6.12.27 X4622 X1162 WESTON AND ELLIOTT AMMETERS ---------------------------- You will recollect for the past twelve months we have been…
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Ferranti ammeter, referencing other correspondence.
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W/S To PN. from EFC. X 3498 EFC9/T9.12.27. FERRANTI AMMETER. Answering your PN3/EH23.11.27, we attach copies of our EFC1/T3.10.21 and EFC3/T1.11.27 which will explain how the matter stands. EFC.
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Confirming the use of Elliott ammeters for 40/50 HP and 20 HP chassis, and for future P.2 series orders.
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ROY c/c EFC. VGH? BY/Cgh2/G.12.12.27. WESTON AND ELLIOTT AMMETERS, With reference to ROY5/MG.6.12.27. we have looked into the matter, and are in agreement with Elliott ammeters being fitted to the…
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Query regarding the potential damage to an ammeter from being overloaded by two Smith cigar lighters.
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S/W. EP. X1162 LE5/H/18.1.28. OVERLOAD ON AMMETER. Will you please let me know what over-load the ammeter will stand. The point at issue is that in the event of a car having two Smith cigar lighters…
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From EFC to Roy regarding a faulty Weston ammeter from an experimental car to be returned for repair.
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X1162 To Roy. from EFC. EFC/T26.1.28. Herewith we hand to you a Weston ammeter (still sealed) taken from one of our experimental cars. This ammeter is faulty having troubled us by giving inconsistent…
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Required overload specifications for a chassis ammeter, specifically its ability to withstand 90 amperes.
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x1162 To BY/Cgh. EFC2/T25.1.28 RE OVERLOAD OF AMMETER. X 1162 X8783a A chassis ammeter in proper condition will stand momentarily a current of 90 amperes. It has got to do this because it takes 90…
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The defects and free-of-charge repair of a model 301 Ammeter returned to Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd.
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EFC. C to C/WPH. X 162 ROY/JTS/HP3.2.28. With reference to the model 301 Ammeter No.187887 recently returned to The Weston Electrical Instrument Co.Ltd. as per your memo EFC1/T26.1.28 and our order…
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Quoting correspondence from Ferranti Limited regarding the supply of a dashboard ammeter.
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X2498 EPC. from ROY. ROY8/MG23.7.28 Re: Ferranti Dashboard Ammeter Messrs. Ferranti Limited write as follows: "In connection with the call made upon you yesterday by our Mr Baggs, we now confirm that…
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Low-reading Elliott ammeter on a 20 HP chassis, proposing to test stock ammeters for a replacement.
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To HHG. from EPC. c. Hs/AJL. Y4672 EFC2/T25.7.28. ELLIOTT AMMETER ON 20 H.P. CHASSIS. FOR R 12 G 4 The Elliott ammeter fitted to this chassis is reading low. Owing to the fact that we have a higher…
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Faulty Ferranti Ammeter that needs returning to the maker due to a sticking needle.
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To Roy. from EFC. c. Despatch Stores. X3498 RPC5/T26.7.28. RE FERRANTI AMMETER. We are sending into the Stores 1 Ferranti Ammeter. We regret that it will be necessary to return this instrument to the…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd regarding the testing of a Dashboard Ammeter with a reported sticking needle.
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X3498 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD. ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD. LANCASHIRE. LONDON OFFICE, BUSH HOUSE, W.C.2. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, ESTRAND LONDON.…
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Instructions to add an insulation test to the specification for a standard chassis ammeter, type MR no 155254.
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INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.4.6. Order No. I.C.116. Customer's No. Re: Test of Specification on a Std chassis ammeter Type MR no 155254. A Specification of inspection & test for the chassis ammeter was…
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Faulty Elliott ammeter that requires returning for rectification.
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Y4622 Roy. from EPC. EPC2/T14.8.28. Herewith we hand you an Elliott ammeter which we understand is one of three which London have obtained and sent to us in connection with the new instrument board.…
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Return of an unsatisfactory Elliott Ammeter for rectification.
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V4-22 D/W. cr to D/WR. c. to EFC. ROY/JT10/HP16.8.28. Herewith one Elliott Ammeter (ex 3 delivered here vide London Office) which please despatch today by post to:- Messrs. Elliott Bros. (London)…
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Letter to Ferranti Ltd. regarding a faulty dashboard ammeter with a sticking needle.
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c. Roy c. Meiling X3498 EFCS/T. 18th August, 1928. Messrs. Ferranti Ltd., Hollinwood, Lancs. Dear Sirs, Ferranti Dashboard Ammeter. We duly received your letter of the 1st. inst. There is no doubt…
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Letter from supplier Elliott Brothers regarding a damaged ammeter returned for inspection.
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X 4622 COPY. ELLIOTT BROTHERS (LONDON) LTD. CENTURY WORKS LEWISHAM LONDON..S.E.13. ROY/JTS/HP. 21st August 1928. AHA/EH. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. Dear Sirs, For the Attention of H. Royce Esq.…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. concerning tests on dashboard ammeters for sticktion.
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FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS. HOLLINWOOD. LANCASHIRE. LONDON OFFICE, BUSH HOUSE W.C. 2. TELEGRAMS FERRANTI ESTRAND LONDON. TELEPHONES CITY 7618 CENTRAL 9325 TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI…
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The decision not to have an Elliott Ammeter repaired.
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J472 To Roy. from EFC. EFC2/T27.8.28. ELLIOTT AMMETER With reference to the letter from Messrs. Elliott, dated Aug. 21st, copy of which you sent to us, as this instrument is not likely to be required,…
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The test progress for a Ferranti ammeter instrument for a chassis.
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EPC. V5403 ROY/GEA3/EB4.9.28. Ammeters for Chassis. Referring to your memo ref: EPC5/T28.8.28, reporting on the Park Royal Ammeter type MC.2F No.49842. Will you kindly let us know how the tests are…
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Following up on a sticking Ferranti chassis ammeter that has been returned but not yet received back.
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X3495 To Roy/GEA. EFC2/T5.9.28. CHASSIS AMMETERS Reference your Roy/GEA3/EB4.9.28. since returning the Ferranti ammeter for sticking we have not yet received it again. Attached is copy of latest…
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Instruction sheet detailing the test results for a viscometer instrument.
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RR 236 (100 Bks.) 100 481-8 12 24J MP 306975 X3478 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: C.T.P. Date: 21-9-1928 Order No. TC129 Customer's No. X. 3478 Re test of Viscometer Instrument This instrument has…
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Requesting the installation of a tested Ferranti chassis type ammeter on vehicle 9-EX.
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V3498 To HHC, from EFC. c. HS/AIL. EPCF/T22.9.28. FERRANTI AMMETER. Herewith we hand to you a Ferranti chassis type ammeter which has been duly tested and found satisfactory in our laboratory. Would…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. following up on the test results for a submitted dashboard instrument.
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X349E FERRANTI LTD., HOLLINWOOD, LANCS. Radio/G.R. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. 15.11.28. Dear Sirs, Ferranti dashboard instruments: With reference to the instrument that we had pleasure in…
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Instructions regarding a car test, noting mileage and referencing a previous report.
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RR 238 (100 BKS.) IDB 461-8-12 24) MP 308975 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: F.L.G. 19-11-28 Order No. JC143 Customer's No. X 3498 Re: Terminate Dn.-/ Please see letter & report re the above car…
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Brief report on the testing of a Ferranti Ammeter on an experimental car.
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To Roy. from EPC. (47)a EPC2/T20.11.28. FERRANTI AMMETER. With reference to the attached letter (copy kept) there is so far little further to report on this matter. The instrument is on an expl. car…
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Requesting arrangements for a Weston ammeter to be returned to the makers for repair.
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X1162 To Roy. from EPC. EPC3/T19.12.28. WESTON AMMETER ---------------- Herewith we hand to you a Weston ammeter No. 219099. Will you kindly arrange for this to be returned to the makers for repair.…
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Performance review of Park Royal and Ferranti ammeters on experimental cars.
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BY. from EFC X3498 EFC5/T13.2.29. PARK ROYAL AMMETER X.3498 X.4670 The Park Royal ammeter on an expl. car continues to give satisfactory performance after over 28000 miles. I am only mentioning the…
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Faulty Weston ammeter being returned to the makers for correction.
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To Roy. from FPC. W62 FPC/T12.3.29. WESTON AMMETER Herewith we hand to you a Weston ammeter No.461654. This ammeter will only read 1 division when passing 20 amperes, and this is very erratic as…
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Instructions detailing a successful electrical load test on a chassis lighting switch and ammeter.
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RR 239 (100 BKS.) (09 401-9-12 2A) MP 109970 Villa ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.Y.S. Order No. TR154 Customer's No. X 1140 Re. Chassis Lighting Switch to be secure. A test was made on a S/Y…
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Note regarding ammeter overload testing.
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EP/Thn. from EFC V11ba EFC2/T28.3.29. AMMETERS With further reference to LE7/H26.3.29. and your request for further information, the ammeter will safely stand a current of 40 amperes, i.e. 100%…
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White metal bearing.
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X3476. 5-1-21 E.V.S. F.C.H. X.347S. h.v. white metal brg. 912 12.EX for white metal only 12EX & head of bolt Enq J.H.X 7 the head of 3/4" bolt No bearings to be sent out
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Request to exchange a Ferranti ammeter between chassis 9-X and 12-X to accumulate more mileage.
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RHC. from EPC. c.c. Ha/AJL. X2498 EPC1/A36.7.29. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER X4622 We are anxious to get more mileage on the Ferranti ammeter at present on 9-X. It appears that 12-X runs a bigger…
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Damaged Ferranti ammeter to be returned to the makers for repair and potential improvement.
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Roy. from EFC. X3498 EFCl/AD11.7.29. FERRANTI AMMETER. Herewith we hand to you Ferranti ammeter which we regret has become damaged. Will you please have this returned to the makers for repair. If they…
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Recommendation to procure six Ferranti chassis ammeters for comparison against existing instruments.
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X 3498. By. from EFC. EPC2/ADS.9.29. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER. We recommend that we should put in hand, a supply to us of six Ferranti chassis ammeters made up to our standard finish, for direct…
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Chasing the repair status of an experimental Ferranti Ammeter.
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Roy. from EPC. X3498 EFC3/AML.8.9.29. X, 3498. FERRANTI AMMETER. About 10 weeks ago we sent to you under cover of our EFC1/AML.1.7.29, the experimental Ferranti ammeter to be returned to the makers…
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Test report on a repaired Ferranti Ammeter and its suitability for car 14.G.I.
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E.7.G. X3498 1-10-29 J.D.31. X3498 Re Ferranti Ammeter This instrument has been received from the makers to-day after repair. It has been tested in accordance with the specification of test & is…
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Fitting of a repaired Ferranti ammeter to experimental chassis 14-G4.
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RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. X3498 EFC/ADL.10.29. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER. Herewith we hand to you the Ferranti ammeter which we have recently received back from repair. Will you please arrange to have…
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The overload testing of a standard Elliott Ammeter with a 30SWG fuse.
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E.Z.L. X4622 9-10-29 J.D.32. X4622 Re Testing of Std Elliott Ammeter on overload with 30SWG fuse. A Std chassis Elliott Ammeter type M.R. was obtained from stock & also the wires in the ammeter &…
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Page two of a test report on an ammeter's resilience to a short circuit when protected by a fuse.
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II ID 32 was retested & found to be still in perfect condition. The variable resistance was then cut out, which is equivalent to the earthing of the Klaxon causing a short on the battery. The current…
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Notice about the fitting of a Ferranti ammeter to 14-G4.
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X3498. 31.10.29. X. 3498. FERRANTI AMMETER. The Ferranti ammeter is now fitted to 14-G4. GJ.
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Elliott Ammeters and the grouped instrument board assembly.
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X4629 By. from EPC. c. Sft. EPC3/AM 2.11.29. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. X7530. GROUPED INSTRUMENT BOARD ASSEMBLY. Please find attached copy of my assistant's report J.D.38. No doubt you will take some…
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Dust contamination issues during instrument board assembly, specifically affecting the Elliott ammeter.
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COPY. J.D.38. 8.11.29. X.4622. X.7530. GROUPED INSTRUMENT BOARD ASSEMBLY. Mr. Dakin of the Test Dept. has informed me that they have a lot of trouble with the Elliott ammeter due to sticking of the…
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Continued discussion on rectifying faulty instruments and determining responsibility.
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J.D.38. contd. -2- we cannot blame the makers and expect them to rectify the instruments free of charge. I suggest something should be done on the lines laid out above to see if we cannot get rid of…
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Confirming the satisfactory arrangement for the assembly of instruments, referencing earlier memos.
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X4628 LFC. 14.11.29. The arrangement to be made for the assembly of these instruments should be satisfactory if carried out as in memos RPT6/Bl3.11.29 and ..PT7/Bll.11.29. CJ.
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Testing and procuring Park Royal Co. chassis ammeters.
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X4622 To R. from EFC. c. Sg. c. Wor. E. c. Da. EV. EFC1/AD27.11.29. X4670 X4622 X3498 CHASSIS AMMETERS. A sample 20-0-20 chassis ammeter made by the Park Royal Co. and received on 18.6.27. ran 28,045…
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The testing and comparison of Ferranti and Park Royal chassis ammeters.
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EFC/AD2/31.1.29 contd. -2- complaints of sticking. We have also on test on an experimental car, a sample Ferranti chassis ammeter, the second sample we have had. The first had to be returned for a…
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Quotation for six sample Ferranti chassis ammeters.
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X3498. Roy. from EFC. c. Hy. EFC3/AD3.12.29. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER. We have recently received two visits from Mr.Lawton from Messrs. Ferranti with reference to Ferranti chassis ammeters. Our…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. to Mr. Fowler Clark regarding dashboard instruments and an order for Chokes and Resistances.
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X3498 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, HOLLINWOOD TELEPHONE: Fallsworth 161. (Private…
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Letter to Ferranti Ltd. regarding the performance and construction of dashboard ammeters.
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X 3498. EFC1/AD. 10th December, 1929. Messrs. Ferranti Ltd. Hollinwood, Lancs. For the attention of Mr. Baggs. Dear Mr. Baggs, I duly received your letter Radio/G.C. of the 7th inst. in regard to the…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd regarding complaints of sticking instruments due to foreign matter in the magnet gap.
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X3498. ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS. HOLLINWOOD. LANCASHIRE. LONDON OFFICE. BUSH HOUSE, W.C.2. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, ESTRAND LONDON…
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Specification for the production inspection and testing of a chassis ammeter.
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X4622 3.1.30. X 4622 X 3498 CHASSIS AMMETER. SPECIFICATION OF PRODUCTION INSPECTION & TEST. (1) The instrument should be tested by means of a twelve volt battery and sensitive voltmeter to ensure that…
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The testing and suggested improvements for Ferranti Ammeters Type B.S.I.
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E.L.E. ID.55. X3498 13-2-30. X3498. Ferranti Ammeters Type B.S.I. 5 instruments of the above type nos 32352/6 made to a similar finish as our Standard Elliott have been tested. They are of a matt…
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Test report on the satisfactory performance of five instruments regarding damping, accuracy, and overload.
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II J.Q.55. The damping of the movement is quite satisfactory & is equally dead beat with the Elliott. All the instruments read correctly within 1% & shew no sign of stiction. An overload current of 90…
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Letter to Ferranti Ltd. providing feedback on the design, finish, and performance of sample chassis ammeters.
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X3498 c. Roy c. Mailing. EFC5/AD. 14th February, 1930. Messrs. Ferranti Ltd. Hollinwood, Lancs. For the attention of Mr. Baggs. Dear Sirs, Ferranti chassis ammeters type B.S.1. We duly received five…
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Instruction to fit a Ferranti ammeter type B.S.1 to a 20 HP chassis 12-CIV.
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RHC. from EPC. c. Hs/AJL. EFO6/AM 4.2.30. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER TYPE B.S.1. Herewith we hand to you Ferranti ammeter type B.S.1. No.32352. Will you please arrange to have this put on 20 HP. chassis…
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Replacement of Ferranti ammeters on chassis 14-EX and 17-G4.
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RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. X3498 EFC3/ADL 8.2.30. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETERS. Two of the above instruments made up to our standard finish are being handed to Mr.Tooly. Will you please arrange for these…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. regarding a query about the shape of ammeter pointers.
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X3498 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. INCORPORATED IN THE YEAR 1905 TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, HOLLINWOOD…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. confirming design modifications to five sample instruments based on feedback.
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X3498 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, HOLLINWOOD TELEPHONE: Failsworth 161, (Private…
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Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on 14-GIV after 14,000 miles.
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X3498 5.4.30. Extract from Mr. Hancock's report on 14-GIV after 14,000 miles. FERRANTI AMMETER. The ammeter has not fluctuated, the readings being more or less dead beat. We have not observed any…
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Instruction to fit a Ferranti ammeter No.32356 to experimental chassis 16-C4.
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X3498 RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC2/AD8.4.30. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER NO.32356. Will you please arrange to fit Ferranti grouped type chassis ammeter No.32356 to experimental chassis 16-C4, which has…
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The mileage recorded by Ferranti and Park Royal ammeters on various car chassis.
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X3498 2.6.30. X.4670. X.3498. AMMETER MILEAGES ON CARS. These ammeters have now ran the miles as stated on various chassis. Ferranti ammeters. Instr. No. Chassis or Lab. Miles ran. - 14-GIV 30,186…
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Standardization of either the Ferranti or Park Royal ammeter.
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X3498 Roy. from EFC. EFCL/AM4.6.30. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER X.4670. PARK ROYAL AMMETER. The position in respect of the above ammeters is now that both makes have run satisfactorily sufficient mileage…
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Recommending Ferranti over Park Royal as the supplier for Ammeters, based on their technical, commercial, and financial standing.
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X3498 To EFC. from ROY. ROY/M/28.6.30 Y4670 X3498 AMMETERS EFC1/AM/4.6.30 - There is no doubt in my mind that the Ferranti stands higher technically, commercially, and financially, than the Park Royal…
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Notification of a Ferranti ammeter allotted for chassis 18-GIV.
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X3498. RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. cPC3/AD23.6.30. X. 3498. AMMETER FOR 18-GIV+ Will you please note that we have allotted Ferranti ammeter No. 32355 for chassis 18-GIV this being a type of instrument…
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Standardisation proposal to approve the Ferranti ammeter as an alternative British-sourced part to the existing Elliott ammeter.
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RR 75B REVISED (10M) (DO 348 19-7-28) B.K. 5/543. STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS COMPLETED 14.7.30. Date 25.6.30. Description of Parts. FERRANTI AMMETER. (as second string to present standard…
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The comparative testing and subsequent standardisation of Ferranti ammeters.
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To R. from F.C. c. c. C.E. c. c. D. c. c. Hor. LPC2/ADA.7.30. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETERS. Some time since writing our PC1/AD27.11.29 it was considered that in view of the high commercial, financial and…
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Standardisation of ammeters for the 40/50 HP and 20/25 HP chassis.
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-2- AEC2/ADM.7.30. contd. sheet for Ferranti ammeters for both the 40/50 HP. and 20/25 HP. chassis has been circulated, with a view to standardising these instruments in parallel with the present…
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Ordering Ferranti ammeters as an alternative to Elliott instruments, and clarifying their specifications.
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EFC. BY/Cgh16/G.17.7.30. X.3495. RE FERRANTI AMMETERS. With reference to the standardisation sheet which has been completed in connection with the above, which we propose to order as an alternative to…
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Note on the ordering and specification of Ferranti Ammeters, including details on finishes, covers, and types.
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67E. X. 3498 19-7-30 J.D.79. X 3499 Ferranti Ammeters. The first Ferranti Ammeters nos 32352-6 were ordered to Drg no F75652 in our standard patel finish & supplied with metal covers. The covers were…
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The standardization of Ferranti Ammeters following test results.
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X3498. To BY/Cgh. from EFC. EPC1/BE22.7.30. X.3498. Ferranti Ammeters. Answering your BY/Cgh16/G17.7.30. the Ferranti Instruments Nos. 32352-6, upon the results of tests of which these ammeters have…
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Log sheet for a Ferranti Ammeter tracking its usage, condition, and mileage from 1928 to 1930.
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EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS FXNO 3498 Ferranti Ammeter Date on. | Location. | Date off. | REMARKS. | Miles Start. | Miles Finish. | Miles Covered. | Total Miles. --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | ---…
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Standardization of ammeters for left-hand drive chassis.
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13498 To Ev. from Roy. c. Wor. c. Hs. Roy5/MG2.9.30. X.1162 AMMETERS X.4622 X.3498 You will recollect that for a period of years we fitted Weston ammeters to all our chassis. At a later date, in order…
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Request for the inspection and readjustment of a faulty cut-out and ammeter from vehicle 25-EX.
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X3498 RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC./AD27.9.30. CUT-OUT AND AMMETER ON 25-EX. X7740. The adjustment of the cut-out on 25-EX does not appear to be quite right and also the movement of the ammeter…
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Cancellation of a previous instruction and new instructions for fitting a Ferranti ammeter.
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X3498 RHC, from EFC. c. Rs/AJL. EFC1/AD29.9.30. X.3498. FERRANTI AMMETER NO.32356. This is to cancel the instruction contained in our EFC2/AD8.4.30 for putting this ammeter on experimental chassis…
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Supply status of Ferranti ammeters for F Benti matters.
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X3498 LFC. 31.10.30. F BENTI MATTERS. X.3498. A number of Ferranti ammeters are on order but are not yet supplied on production. CJ.
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The disposal of Elliott ammeters.
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X4622 Roy. from EFC. EFC3/AD20.11.30. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. We have a number of the above ammeters of which we wish to dispose. Before, however, giving details of these will you please say what…
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Request for information on Elliott Ammeters that are scheduled for disposal.
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X4622 EFC. ROY/MS7/P.20.11.30. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. In reply to yours EFC3/AD20.11.30, regarding Elliott Ammeters for disposal. Will you please advise Wd. giving the Instrument Nos., the Drawing…
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Requesting the disposal of several Elliott ammeters.
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X4622. Wd. from EFC. EFC1/AD21.11.30. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. Will you please arrange for the disposal of the Elliott ammeters as listed below. These are all to Drawing Nos. F.75652/5 namely, open…
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Collection, credit, and disposal arrangements for several Elliott ammeters.
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X4622 Wd. from EFC. EFC1/AD2.12.30. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. As a result of our EFC1/AD21.11.30, a progress man has been to us and collected Elliott ammeters No.153013 and two others with cream dial…
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Instruction to refit a Ferranti ammeter from chassis 19-EX to 18-EX and return the existing Park Royal instrument.
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X3048 RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EPC5/ADL.12.30. Will you please arrange for Ferranti ammeter No. 32356 for which our instruction stands with you at present to have this fitted to 19-EX, to be fitted…
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Mileage and test log for a Ferranti Ammeter, model 32352 Type B.S.I.
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X3498. ( SISTEMA EXPERIMENTAL RECORD CARD XNo-3498. Ferranti Ammeter no 32352 Type B.S.I. Table Columns: Date on, Location, Date off, Tested on Report No., [Date], Miles When Start., Miles When…
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Test record log for Ferranti Ammeter no. 32353 Type B.S.I.
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IXNO-3498 EXPERIMENTAL COMPONENTS & FITTINGS. Ferranti Ammeter no. 32353 Type B.S.I. Headers: Test on, Location, Date off, Remarks, As rec'd Peak, As rec'd Start., As returned Peak, As returned…
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Test and usage log for Ferranti Ammeter no 32354, Type BSI.
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EXPERIMENTAL WORK SHEETS XNo 3498 Ferranti Ammeter no 32354 Type BSI DATE ON | LOCATION | DATE OFF | REMARKS | T.D.O. READING START | T.D.O. FINISH | MILES COVERED | TOTAL MILES 12-2-30 | Lab |…
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Service and mileage record sheet for a Ferranti Simplexer, number 32355.
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EXTRA INSTRUMENT RECORD SHEETS 1XNO 3498 Ferranti Simplexer no 32355 Type BS1 | Date on | Location | Date off | REMARKS | Miles Reading Start. | Miles Reading Finish. | Miles covered | Total Miles. |…
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Experimental record sheet for a Ferranti Ammeter, number 32356, type B.S.1.
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E.X. Dept A. EXPERIMENTAL RECORD SHEETS. Ex NO 3498 Ferranti Ammeter no 32356 Type B.S.1. Column Headers: Date on., Location., Date off., REMARKS., Miles reading start., Miles reading finish., Miles…
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Chasing a response regarding the disposal of Park Royal and Elliott ammeters.
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Wd. from EFC. X4620 EFC7/AD8.1.31. X.4670. PARK ROYAL AMMETERS X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS. May we refer you to our EFC7/AD2.12.30, regarding the disposal of certain Park Royal ammeters, to which we do…
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The inspection of Elliott Ammeters against a blueprint, noting discrepancies and required new cases.
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X4120 EFC. ROY/MS7/P.20.1.31. RECEIVED X.4622 - ELLIOTT AMMETERS. In reply to yours EFC1/AD.2.12.30. addressed to Wd, will you please have the two instruments Nos. 153012 & 164148 inspected to see if…
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Differences between two specific Elliott Ammeters (Nos. 153012 & 164148) and the standard drawing F.75652/5.
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Roy. from EFC. X4622 EFC2/AD3. 2. 31. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS NOS. 153012 and 164148. Replying to your Roy/Ms7/P20.1.31, the two Elliott ammeters numbered as above correspond to drawings F.75652/5…
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Requesting instructions for the disposal of two Elliott Ammeters.
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X4622 Roy/Ms. from EPC. EFC2/AD9.3.31. X.4622. ELLIOTT AMMETERS NOS. 153013 and 164148 FOR DISPOSAL. Further to our EFC2/AD3.2.31 we should be pleased to have your instructions for disposal of the…
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Proposing to use a cheaper moving iron type ammeter instead of the current moving coil type for cost reduction.
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X6132 Extract from memo in X.6084 ref. Hs/H.M/AD30.5.31. Ammeter. If we wish to reduct costs we suggest that we might use an ammeter of the more usual moving iron type instead of the present moving…
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Request to approach Messrs. Ferranti to submit a moving iron chassis ammeter for testing.
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Y6132 Roy. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEW5/AD6.6.31. We should be glad if you will approach Messrs. Ferranti with a view to their submitting for our test a moving iron chassis ammeter similar in pattern to our…
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Suggesting making enquiries with an alternative supplier for a polarised moving iron chassis ammeter.
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X6132 Roy. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEWL/AD6.7.31. POLARISED MOVING IRON CHASSIS AMMETER. As Messrs. Ferranti's representative did not give us a very satisfactory reply, we suggest that similar enquiries be…
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Inquiry to Ferranti's regarding the production of a polarised moving iron chassis ammeter.
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X6132 Roy. from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEW3/AD20.8.31. We should be glad to know if Ferranti's have done anything further in the matter of producing for us a polarised moving iron chassis ammeter. Hs/HEW.
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Use of a more robust and less expensive moving iron type ammeter for the chassis instrument board.
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Y (122) To R. From Hs/West. c. to Sg. Mor. c. to E. Da. c. to By. Hs/West.C/WJ.14.10.31. AMMETERS FOR CHASSIS. Some time ago you wrote suggesting that we should use moving iron type of ammeter which…
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Agreement to obtain a moving iron type of ammeter for the instrument board.
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HS/WST. FROM R. X6132 R1/W20.10.31. C. to SO. WOR. C. to E. DA. BY. CHASSIS AMMETERS. Replying to your HS/WST6/WJ141031., I agree to obtaining a moving iron type of ammeter to suit our instrument…
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Request to source an ammeter with an inverted sketch for the 20/25 HP and Phantom II chassis.
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X(132) NOT. c. Hs. BY/Cgh.6/G. 20.10.31. [STAMP: PRINTED] [STAMP: HS] INSTRUMENTS. ---------- We attach sketch showing Ammeter with inverted Will you please take this matter up with the Makers, and…
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Alteration of Ferranti ammeters for inverted mounting.
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To BY. from ROY. c. to Hs. ROY/M/23.10.31 Ammeters BY/Cgh.6/G.20.10.31 - Ferranti Limited advise there is no objection, as far as they are concerned, in making our Ammeters in the inverted position,…
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Specification for the inspection and testing of a chassis ammeter.
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X6122 CHASSIS AMMETER. SPECIFICATION OF INSPECTION & TEST. (1) The instrument should be tested by means of a twelve volt battery and sensitive voltmeter to ensure that the electric circuit through the…
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On the practice of replacing ammeters with control warning lamps on chassis electrical systems by Continental manufacturers.
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X6132 To R. from Hs/Wst. c. E. c. SG. Hs/Wst. 2/AMO.11.31. AMMETERS ON CHASSIS. Y6132 Both the Bosch and Scintilla concerns, which are the two largest Continental manufacturers of electrical…
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Suitable ammeters and self-winding clocks for cars, recommending against Lucas and in favour of Weston, Elliott, or Ferranti ammeters and Boyce clocks.
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HS. FROM R. C. to MR. WOR. BY. 4615 R2/M28.11.31. (6152 Sent off 30.11.31 (8022 INSTRUMENTS FOR THE CARS. (re. VISIT OF HS. AND WST.) AMMETER. The price we pay and the delicacy of the ammeter makes it…
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Inquiry to the Weston Electric Instrument Co. about a moving iron ammeter.
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X1162 Hs/Wst.1/AD. November 30th, 1931. The Weston Electric Instrument Co. 15, Great Saffron Hill, London, E.C.1. Dear Sirs, Weston Polarised Moving Iron Ammeter. We are anxious to fit a moving iron…
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Letter regarding a sample polarised moving iron Ammeter with cracked glass and plans for future UK manufacturing.
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X1162 TELEGRAMS: INLAND.- PIVOTED, SMITH, LONDON. FOREIGN.- PIVOTED, LONDON. CODES:- A.B.C. (5TH & 6TH EDN) LIEBER'S, MARCONI, BENTLEY'S. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 8029. WESTON ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT CO.,…
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Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Company Ltd. awaiting further comments.
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Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited. 3/12/31. (2) We await the favour of your further comments, and beg to remain, Yours truly, WESTON ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT COMPANY LTD. [Signature] MANAGING DIRECTOR.
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Quoting the Weston Electrical Instrument Co. regarding a sample polarised moving iron ammeter.
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X6132 To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. Wor. c. Ry. POLARISED MOVING IRON AMMETER. We have approached the Weston Electrical Instrument Co. and they are forwarding to us a sample instrument of the type that…
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Request to order a B.M.2 Ammeter from Messrs. Joseph Lucas, Ltd. as the sample was rendered unfit for return after examination.
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Y6022 Rey C - Hs. BY/RD2/W.7-12-31. Will you please send an order to Messrs.Joseph Lucas,Ltd.,for :- 1 - B.M.2. Ammeter. We obtained a sample Ammeter for Experimental Department's examination and test…
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Letter to the Weston Electric Instrument Co. detailing the test results of a loaned moving iron chassis ammeter.
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Hs/Wst.1/AD. December 14th, 1931. The Weston Electric Instrument Co. 15, Great Saffron Hill, London, E.C.1. Dear Sirs, Weston Moving Iron Chassis Ammeter. We have now received and tested the small…
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Letter requesting comments on test results and clarification on instrument discharge capacity.
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Ha/Wst.1/AD.14.12.31 contd. -2- on these test results and also we should be interested to have from you a statement as to what is the maximum momentary discharge which can be sent through these…
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Follow-up letter to the Weston Electrical Instrument Co. regarding a Weston Moving Iron Chassis Ammeter.
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Y1160 He/Wst.3/AD. January 2nd, 1932. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Kingston Byepass, Surbiton, Surrey. Dear Sirs, Weston Moving Iron Chassis Ammeter. We cannot trace having received a reply to…
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Correspondence regarding a request for an order to repair a damaged Ammeter No. 158478.
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Y4627 Hs/Wst. ROY/JT13/HP.4.2.32. Replacement Order R.1099. With reference to Ammeter No.158478 recently returned to Messrs. Elliott Bros. to your instructions. Makers have duly examined this…
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Requesting the repair and stocking of an Elliott Ammeter.
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X4622 Roy/JT. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.5. 2. 32. ELLIOTT AMMETER No. 158478. With reference to your Roy/JT.13/HP.4.2.32. we should be glad if you will kindly have this instrument repaired and put into…
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Letter to The Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding a lost or misplaced letter from the previous month.
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X1162 Hs/Wet.3/AD, January 7th, 1932. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co.Ltd. Kingston By-Pass, Surbiton, Surrey. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your post-card of the 5th inst. ref. AKA/MEB. We…
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Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Co. regarding the performance and potential supply of Model 354 Ammeters.
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X1162 WST TELEGRAMS: INLAND. - PIVOTED, SURBITON. FOREIGN. - PIVOTED, SURBITON. CODES. - A.B.C.(5th Edition) LIEBER'S, MARCONI, BENTLEY'S. TELEPHONES: ELMBRIDGE 6400 & 6401. WESTON ELECTRICAL…
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Testing of a Weston moving iron ammeter for the 40/50 instrument patch, comparing it to a Lucas ammeter.
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X1162. Roy, from Hs/Wst. c. Ev, Wor, F. 14/11/32. Hx Hs/Wst.9/ADK5.1.32. MOVING IRON AMMETER FOR 40/50 INSTRUMENT PATCH For some time we have been testing a Weston moving iron ammeter such as is…
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Test report on the accuracy and performance of a Moving Iron Ammeter.
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Copy for Files. MOVING IRON AMMETER. Accuracy correct, in both directions. Insulation correct. Reasonably damped. Reads .5 amp lower in vertical position than when horizontal. Accuracy maintained at…
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Confirmation that the proposal for a Weston Moving Iron Ammeter has been dropped.
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Y1162 To Hs/Wst. from ROY. ROY4/JG16.2.32 Moving Iron Ammeter for 40/50 Instrument Fatch Hs/Wst.9/AD15.1.32 - Confirming our conversation on Saturday (13th) I understand the proposal to consider a…
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Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. concerning the testing of a sample ammeter and the need for improved damping.
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X6132 HS/Wat.A/AD. April 10th, 1932. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King St., Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. W. E. Holman. Dear Sirs, We have tested the sample ammeter which your Mr. R. M.…
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Inquiry to various suppliers regarding the production and price of a moving coil ammeter.
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Roy. From Hs/Wst. X(-129 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 23.4.32. MOVING COIL AMMETERS. We have not yet definitely decided against these and we should be glad if you will enquire of Messrs. Ferranti Ltd., Weston…
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Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. requesting samples of damped Lucas Ammeters for trial.
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XG132 HS/Wst.6/1A. May 11th, 1932. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King St., Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. W. H. Robinson. Dear Sirs, With further reference to our letter of the 19th ult. r/f…
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Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the development of Ammeters with special damping.
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REGISTERED OFFICES & GENERAL DEPTS GREAT KING STREET, BIRMINGHAM. LONDON OFFICE & SHOWROOMS 319, REGENT STREET, W.1. X6132 LUCAS KING OF THE ROAD LAMPS LUCAS STARTING & LIGHTING EQUIPMENT FOR CARS,…
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Tests on Kigass ignition distributors, coils, and observed oscillations.
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A.P.L./E.H. KIGASS IGNITION Distributor Test Oscillations. (1). Local tests O.K. (2). Following distributor, we are having made a new coil, a new wiper. Today, we ran the coil up to 25,000 sparks per…
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Request for a C.A.V. Ammeter on approval for use with commercial vehicles and buses.
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XG722 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.12/MA.13.2.33. C.A.V. AMMETER. Will you please obtain for us on approval one C.A.V. ammeter such as they supply for use with commerial vehicles and buses working with a…
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Sample C.A.V. moving coil chassis ammeter and obtaining a central zero version.
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x6132 ROY/MS. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.3.3.33. C.A.V. AMMETER. You have obtained for us on approval a sample C.A.V. moving coil chassis ammeter. We note, however, that this in not of the central zero…
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The urgent procurement and testing of a Weston Moving Iron Chassis Ammeter.
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FDY. from Hs/Wst. c. BY/RD. c. E. 81162 Hs/Wst.3/KT. 22.3.33. WESTON MOVING IRON CHASSIS AMMETER. We have found this ammeter to be so satisfactory that we would like you to obtain for us from Messrs…
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Whether to fit an ammeter to a chassis with a vibrator-controlled dynamo.
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To R. From Hs/Wst. A. L. H. C. Wor. PH. C. Ry. DA. x6132 Hs/Wst.3/KT. 29.3.33. DELETION OF AMMETER ON CHASSIS. In connection with the fitting of vibrator controlled dynamos to our chassis, the…
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Arguing against the deletion of ammeters from the chassis, suggesting it would give an impression of skimpiness.
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Hs/Wst. WST x6132 BY/RD5/W.30.3.33. DELETION OF AMMETERS ON CHASSIS. Referring to your Hs/Wst.3/KT.29.3.33, our opinion is that an ammeter should be fitted and is a very useful fitment, despite the…
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Potential deletion of the ammeter from the chassis and the decision to retain it.
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RECEIVED WDA JA 1933 To R.from E. For. P.W. Hs. By. De. 36,32 x698 Deletion of ammeter on chassis. Referring to Hs/Met./KI.29.3.33, although it is agreed the ammeter may be the cause of misleading…
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Inquiry to Ferranti Ltd regarding the specifications of a microammeter.
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x3497. Hs/Wst.17/KT. April 4th 1933. Messrs Ferranti Ltd, Hollinwood, Lancs. Dear Sirs, We should be pleased if you would kindly inform us what the millivolts per division are for the Ferranti 0-500…
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The deletion of an ammeter from the chassis equipment.
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WST x6/32. COPY from W.S. Deletion of Ammeter on Chassis. Referring to Ee/WST/KT.9.3.33 I agree with you that an ammeter is too generally useful for us to be justified in leaving it out of our…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd providing specifications for a 2.5' Micro-Ammeter.
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x 3496. ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. TELEGRAMS FERRANTI HOLLINWOOD TELEPHONE FAILSWORTH 2000 (PRIVATE…
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Follow-up letter regarding the progress and urgent need for Weston moving iron chassis ammeters for various chassis models.
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x1162 Roy. From Ha/Wst. c. to By/RD. c. to E. Ha/Wst.4/MA.10.5.33. WESTON MOVING IRON CHASSIS AMMETERS. On the 22 nd., of March we wrote to you with reference to the above, reference Ha/Wst.3/KT.…
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Request to order twelve ammeters of two different specifications from Joseph Lucas Co. Ltd.
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26.1.32 Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.11/MA.16.1.34. Will you please order for us from the Joseph Lucas Co.Ltd. six ammeters to drawing DB174 to order No.54107 and six ammeters to drawing D.73920 to order…
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Letter to Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. proposing a visit to discuss difficulties with ammeters.
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c. to Roy. RU63 Ha/Wst.10/MA. June 16th., 1933. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co.Ltd., Kingston By-Pass, Surbiton, SURREY. Moving Iron Ammeters for R.R. Chassis. Dear Sirs, The undersigned propose…
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Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Company regarding Moving Iron Ammeters and a planned visit.
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X1162 TELEGRAMS: INLAND:- PIVOTED, SURBITON. FOREIGN:- PIVOTED, SURBITON. CODES:- A.B.C.(4TH EDITION) LIEBERS,MARCONI,BENTLEYS. TELEPHONES: ELMBRIDGE 6400 & 6401. WESTON ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT CO.,…
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Telegram confirming Mr. Smith's arrival with three ammeters to Roycar, Derby.
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19th July, 1933. ROYCAR, DERBY. MR. SMITH ARRIVING WITH THREE AMMETERS TO-MORROW. ARRIVAL TIME WILL BE TELEGRAPHED LATER. PIVOTED. HC.
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High cost of a modified Weston ammeter and inquiring about a cheaper alternative from Ferranti for the Bensport chassis.
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Roy. From Ha/Wst. c. to S. c. to Ry. -6132. Ha/Wst.2/MA.21.6.33. MOVING IRON DAMPED MOVEMENT AMMETER FOR BENSPORT CHASSIS. As the cost of the modified Weston ammeter appears to be so excessive we…
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Required modifications for custom meters supplied by Weston Electrical Instrument Co. for the Pensport Chassis.
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E. From Ha/Wat. c. to Ry. c. to Roy. Ha/Wet.5/MA.23.6.3. CUSTOM METERS FOR PENSPORT CHASSIS. We visited the Weston Electrical Instrument Co., yesterday and saw Mr. Davy the Managing Director in…
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Letter to The Weston Electrical Instrument Co. regarding the finish of a new ammeter for a Bentley chassis.
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x116a Ha/Wat.9/MA. June 23rd., 1933. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co., Kingston-By-Pass, Surbiton, SURREY. Dear Sirs, With reference to the finish of the new ammeter for our Bentley chassis we…
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Letter from Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding the finish preference for a bevelled ring on a returned sample.
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x1162 TELEGRAMS: INLAND.— PIVOTED, SURBITON. FOREIGN.— PIVOTED, SURBITON. CODES.— A.B.C.(4th Edition) Liebers,Marconis,Bentleys. TELEPHONE: ELMBRIDGE 6400 & 6401. WESTON ELECTRICAL INSTRUMENT CO.,…
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Returning a Weston ammeter from a Bentley chassis to the manufacturer for a scale update.
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81162 Roy. From Hs/Gst. c. to G/MT. c. to F/BH. Hs/st.4/WA.13.7.33. WESTON AMMETER. Will you please return to Messrs. Weston a Bentley chassis ammeter No.19742-2 to have the latest up-to-date scale…
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Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding the mechanism of a damped ammeter.
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MOTOR EXHIBITION OCT 12-21 OUR STAND No. 446 Gallery & WORKS BIRMINGHAM ADMIRALTY INDIA OFFICE RAILWAYS TRADE MARK 86132 JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19 TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201…
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Diagram of a rotating mechanical assembly with a connecting rod, showing various measurements.
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37° ℄ of METER .875 .343
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Cover note for a letter to the Weston Electrical Instrument Co. concerning a zero error on instruments for R.R. and Bentley chassis.
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81162 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Y. c. to EV. Hs/Wst.5/WA.27.12.33. PETROL MATTERS ON R.R. AND BENTLEY CHASSIS. We attach herewith copy of a letter we have sent to the Weston Electrical Instrument Co.,…
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Faulty ammeters on Bentley and Phantom II models which fail to return to zero, and the subsequent actions with the supplier, Westons.
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C - Ha/Wst. WST 81162 BY/RDA/W.28.12.33. AMMETERS FOR BENTLEY AND "PHANTOM II" ROLLS-ROYCE. With reference to your complaint that the ammeter needles on the above instruments do not return to zero…
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Letter to the Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding a zero error fault in ammeters for Bentley Chassis.
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81162 Wa/Wst.YMA. 27th, December, 1933. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co.Ltd., Kingston By-Pass, Surbiton, SURREY. Dear Sirs, Weston moving iron ammeters for R.R. and Bentley Chassis. We have been…
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Letter investigating a hysteresis effect in a Weston ammeter, concluding the cause is residual magnetism and proposing air-cored poles as a solution.
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-2- We would say that this trouble was not experienced on the undamped ammeters of other manufacture which we previously fitted to our chassis. It was decided therefore to investigate the cause of the…
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Follow-up letter to Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd. regarding a residual zero error on ammeters for R.R. and Bentley chassis.
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8162 Ha/Wst.V/MA. 9th January, 1934. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co.Ltd., Kingston-By-Pass, Surbiton, SURREY. Weston moving iron ammeters for R.R. and Bentley chassis. Dear Sirs, Following our…
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Quality issues and failures with Weston Ammeters.
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To Hs From Mr. WST WESTON AMMETERS. We are very concerned with the supplies of Weston Ammeters we are receiving for production. (This question has already been taken up). We are having to reject quite…
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The failure of Weston ammeters and arrangements for their replacement.
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Hs. x1163. BY/RD4/W.11.1.34. WESTON AMMETERS. (MX9/T.10.1.34.) Mr. Davey the Managing Director of The Weston Electrical Company has been here to-day on the question of the failures of the Weston…
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Failure of Weston ammeters and the testing of Lucas ammeters as a potential replacement.
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~162 By. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. c. to Mx. Hs/Wst.1/MA.11.1.34. WESTON AMMETER. We are much concerned with the failure of Weston ammeters in the Test Dept. Although we have had ammeters operating on…
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Request to obtain a Ferranti ammeter with a front bevel glass as per the Bentley standard.
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23498 Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.1/MA.27.1.34. FERRANTI AMMETER. Will you please obtain for us another Ferranti ammeter similar to the sample we are testing but arranged with a front bevel glass as…
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Standardising the Ferranti Ammeter for the 40/50-HP Chassis 'S2' Series and Bentley 'B' Series.
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Hs/Wst. - from Roy. 83497 WST ROY/S2/P.29.1.34. Please advise as to the possibility of standardising the Ferranti Ammeter for 40/50-HP Chassis 'S2' Series and Bentley 'B' Series, in place of present…
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The standardization of Ferranti ammeters pending a 10,000-mile test.
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Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.4/MA.30.1.34. Re. FERRANTI AMMETERS. Referring to your Roy/MS.2/P.29.1.34., we have no prospect of standardising the above ammeters for either of the chassis mentioned until…
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Two Weston ammeters for the 40/50 HP Chassis.
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Roy. From Ha/Wat. c. to G/MT. c. to D/HP. <162. Haffst.9/MA.30.1.34. WESTON AMMETERS D.73920. We are sending into the Stores two of the above type ammeters suitable for 40/50 HP. Chassis these require…
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Requesting an update on the delivery of Lucas damped ammeters for an experimental test chassis.
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L.33 Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.5/MA.5.2.34. LUCAS DAMPED AMMETERS. We should be glad if you will ascertain from Messrs.Lucas Ltd., how long it will be before they can effect delivery of the ammeters…
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Letter to S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the incorporation of damping on petrol gauge needles to reduce vibration.
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86/32 Ha/Wat.10/MA. 15th March, 1934. Messrs.S.Smith & Sons Ltd., Cricklewood Works, London, N.W.2. For the attention of Mr.C.W.Nichols. Dear Sir, We wonder if it is possible for you to incorporate…
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Requesting a delivery timeline for a sample Ferranti ammeter for a Bentley chassis.
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3491 Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.11/WA.15.3.34. FERRANTI AMMETER FOR BENTLEY CHASSIS. We shall be glad if you will ascertain from Messrs.Ferranti how long it will be before we receive the sample Ferranti…
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Letter from S. Smith & Sons acknowledging a request to investigate the damping of a petrol gauge meter needle.
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CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY S. SMITH & SONS (Motor Accessories) Ltd CRICKLEWOOD WORKS LONDON, N.W. 2 TELEPHONE GLADSTONE 3333 (8 LINES) TELEGRAMS SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON…
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The arrival and trial of Lucas Damped Ammeters for experimental chassis and Bentleys.
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Hs/Wst. BY/RD5/W.16.3.34. LUCAS DAMPED AMMETERS. We hand you herewith 10 Lucas Damped Ammeters which have just arrived. You will remember that we suggested having 6 for trial on experimental chassis.…
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Request to fit Lucas damped ammeters to a list of chassis for testing.
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~6130 RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.9/MA.16.3.34. LUCAS DAMPED AMMETERS. We have received from Messrs.Lucas for test a number of the above ameters. Will you please arrange for one of these ammeters to be…
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Faulty Ferranti ammeter being returned for examination due to a short circuit.
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53497 Roy. From Ha/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Ha/Wst.4/MA.21.3.34. FERRANTI AMMETER FOR R.R. CHASSIS. We are sending into the Stores the sample Ferranti ammeter prepared suitable for fitting to the…
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The retesting of a faulty Ferranti ammeter for an R.R. chassis.
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Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.2/MA.5.4.34. FERRANTI AMMETER FOR R.R. CHASSIS. We have just received back the sample Ferranti ammeter which was returned recently to the makers due to the case not being…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd. regarding a returned and repaired 40/50 HP Bentley Ammeter.
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86151 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD, LANCASHIRE. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, HOLLINWOOD TELEPHONE: FAILSWORTH 2000 (PRIVATE…
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Clarifying a confusion regarding an order for 12 Lucas damped ammeters.
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Roy. From Ha/Wat. Ha/Wat.11/MA.2.5.34. LUCAS DAMPED A'METERS. We understand there has been some confusion with regard to the 12 Lucas damped ammeters which were recently supplied to us, regarding the…
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Overload tests conducted on chassis ammeters.
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EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT REFERENCE :- Hs/Wat.7/JA.17.5.34. Subject of Report :- Overload tests on Chassis ammeters. General Conclusions :- Heavy current accessories must not be wired through the…
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Overload test report on various chassis ammeters to determine their performance under heavy current.
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He/Wat.T/EA.17.5.34 OVERLOAD TEST ON CHASSIS AMMETERS. It has been observed that on some R.R. Chassis the coachbuilders have wired certain heavy current accessories such as cigar lighters, so that the…
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The calibration of various moving coil instruments before and after testing, with a concluding recommendation.
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-2- Ha/Wat.7/M.17.5.34. Cont'd. The subsequent calibration of the instruments however shewed a marked difference to their initial readings. In some cases, e.g. the Ferranti, C.A.V. and Elliot which…
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Letter from Elliott Brothers sending a new catalogue sheet for a 'Miniature Current Transformer and Ammeter' and requesting an update to their main catalogue.
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630. MEMBERS OF THE BRITISH ELECTRICAL & ALLIED MANUFACTURERS' ASSOCIATION, ENGINEERING & ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION, FEDERATION OF BRITISH INDUSTRIES ELLIOTT BROTHERS (LONDON) LTD.…
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Specification sheet for a miniature current transformer and ammeter portable testing outfit.
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SECTION G. MEASURING INSTRUMENTS. SHEET G 39. MINIATURE CURRENT TRANSFORMER AND AMMETER. A PORTABLE TESTING OUTFIT FOR USE WITH ALTERNATING CURRENT. (FIRST GRADE ACCURACY TO BRITISH STANDARD…
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Specification sheet for a miniature current transformer and ammeter portable testing outfit.
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SHEET G 40. MEASURING INSTRUMENTS. SECTION G. MINIATURE CURRENT TRANSFORMER AND AMMETER. A PORTABLE TESTING OUTFIT FOR USE WITH ALTERNATING CURRENT. (FIRST GRADE ACCURACY TO BRITISH STANDARD…
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Requesting a status update on a report for Ferranti Ammeters.
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WST See me TO HS/Wst from ROY. ----------------------- Can you now advise when you are likely to be ready with a report on the Ferranti Ammeters you have had under observation for some time? If the…
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Road tests and standardization costs for Ferranti ammeters.
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Roy. From He/Wst. Ha/Wst.1/MA.25.6.34. FERRANTI AMMETERS. Answering your Roy.5/MG.20.6.34., we are not ready to make a report on Ferranti ammeters as we are awaiting completion of road tests. We…
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Letter from S. Smith & Sons requesting one ammeter for a Bentley Panel and one for a 40/50 Rolls Panel.
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y6132 CONTRACTORS TO ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE & AIR MINISTRY TELEPHONE: GLADSTONE 3333 (5 LINES) TELEGRAMS: SPEEDOFAC, PHONE, LONDON CABLES: SPEEDOFAC, LONDON CODES: MARCONI, COMMERCIAL, BENTLEY'S S.…
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Instructing the despatch of two chassis ammeters on loan to S. Smith & Sons for instrument panel design.
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D/BF. c. to G/St. c. to Roy. L X6132. HS/Wst.9/KW.30.6.34. Will you please arrange to despatch to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd., marked for the Special attention of Mr. F. Dorer - 2. Chassis…
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Requesting the accuracy testing of three Weston Ammeters from production stock.
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Hs/Wst. BY/RD5/W.5.7.34. AMMETERS. I am handing to you herewith three Weston Ammeters taken from the production stock. Will you please have these tested against the master instrument and let us know…
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Short memo regarding obtaining competitive prices for Vickers Weymouth pumps and meters.
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W/WST. WST 6151 ROY/PU.M.E.C.23. VICKERS WEYMOUTH. With reference to Pu/lst.M.'R.S.f.14. We have now got competitive prices from Vickers Weymouth a.c. pumps with Auto K Meters, and have also obtained…
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The standardization and testing of chassis ammeters.
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86152 Roy. From Hs/Wat. Hs/Wat.2/MA.7.7.34. CHASSIS AMMETERS. Referring to Roy/WS.21/P.6.7.34., we have now standardized the Weston ammeter also on the 20/25 chassis. Until therefore our tests on the…
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Letter from supplier Joseph Lucas Ltd chasing a response on ammeter samples.
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HEAD OFFICES & WORKS GREAT KING ST. BIRMINGHAM CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O AND LEADING RAILWAYS JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED SERVICE DEPOTS BELFAST - 7/9 GREAT…
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Letter to Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories regarding issues with the damping on their ammeter.
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e.Roup/M.S. Y 6172 Expl. Dept. HS/Wst.5/WJ. 7th. August, 1934. The Joseph Lucas Research Laboratories, Great King Street, Birmingham.19. For the attention of Mr. L.C.Toulmin. Dear Sir, Replying to…
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Proposal to increase the ammeter range from 20 to 30 amperes for R.R. & Bentley chassis.
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E. From Ha/Wst. c. to By. Ha/Wst.1/MA.3.9.34. AMMETER FOR R.R. & BENTLEY CHASSIS. We have now arrived at the stage when our ammeter range should be increased from 20 to 30 amperes and we propose to…
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Request to obtain ammeters from Ferranti and Weston for comparative testing on a Bentley Chassis.
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+6751. Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.2/MA.3.9.34. CHASSIS AMMETERS. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs. Ferranti a further ammeter for test suitable for the Bentley Chassis having a central zero and…
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Letter from Ferranti Ltd confirming modifications to an instrument, including the removal of their name from the dial, as requested.
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x6033 ALL COMMUNICATIONS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY FERRANTI LTD ELECTRICAL & GENERAL ENGINEERS, HOLLINWOOD, THRO'D, LANCASHIRE 12th October, 1934. TELEGRAMS: FERRANTI, HOLLINWOOD TELEPHONE:…
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The incorrect reading of a Ferranti 30 Ampere ammeter and its return for calibration.
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Roy. From Ha/Wat. (S) Ha/Wat.9/MA.31.10.34. FERRANTI AMMETERS 30 AMPERE RANGE. Upon testing this ammeter on the bench along with the Weston ammeter of similar type we find that the error in the…
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Requesting to fit a Weston Ammeter (30-0-30 range) to J.B.IV after it passed bench tests.
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RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.3/MA.6.11.34. WESTON AMMETER 30-0-30 RANGE. Will you please arrange to fit to J.B.IV. the above ammeter which has satisfactorily passed our bench tests. Ha/Wst.
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Faulty ammeter on 27-EX and a request for its replacement.
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RHC. From Hs/Wst. Ha/Tet.4/MA.6.11.34. AMMETER ON 27-EX. This instrument is sticking badly. Will you please arrange to replace it with another instrument. Hs/Wst.
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Requesting the modification of a Ferranti Ammeter to match a recently delivered sample.
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Copy. From Ha/Pat. c. to D/MT. c. to D/SF. Ha/Pat.SV/MA.C.11.34. FERRANTI AMMETER. We are sending into the stores the original sample you obtained for us. Will you please arrange for this instrument…
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Potential standardization of Ferranti ammeters to replace the current Weston type.
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Hs/Wst. WST -Giss- ROY/MS11/P.27.12.34. AMMETERS. Please advise whether you are yet in a position to standardise the Ferranti Ammeter in place of the present Weston type fitted to all chassis. You…
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Comparing the performance and cost of Ferranti and Weston ammeters for use in Bentley vehicles.
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Roy/MS. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.11/MA.28.12.34. AMMETERS. Replying to your Roy/MS.11/P.27.12.34., the Ferranti ammeter with the 30 ampere range, which is the latest experimental version, is fitted to the…
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Faulty Elliott Millivoltmeter (No. 1121620) being sent for repair due to a sluggish needle.
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Roy. From Hs/Met. c. to P/M. c. to P/SP. 46150 Hs/Met./2/EH.19.1.35. ELLIOTT MILLIVOLTMETER. We are sending into the Stores the above millivoltmeter No.1121620 which you recently obtained for us. The…
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Dispatch instruction for the repair and recalibration of a Weston Laboratory Instrument.
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Req. from EJJ/JV. c to Hs/Wat. Order No. 811 EJJ/JV26/JC21. 1. 35. Re Weston Laboratory Instrument. ---------------------------------- Please arrange to dispatch to Messrs. The Weston Instrument Co.,…
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Confirming a visit from Weston Electrical Co. to discuss a new instrument design.
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WST x 6.52 Hs/Wst. ROY/LSg,P.25.1.35. re WESTON AMMETERS. Mr. Davy, of Weston Electrical Co., is calling upon us on Tuesday or Wednesday next week, and will bring with him another design of instrument…
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The testing and ordering status for Ferranti Ammeters across various chassis series.
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Ha/Wst. A & Co Ay/HD. [crossed out] x/list. [handwritten] ROY/ISS/T.20.2.35. re AMMETERS. With reference to conversation this morning re adoption of Ferranti Ammeters, the position is as follows:-…
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Letter to a supplier about a moving coil ammeter and the necessity of its zero adjuster.
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Y 6152 Ha/Wst.14/MA. 22nd February, 1935. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co., Kingston-By-Pass, Surbiton, SURREY. For the attention of Mr.Davy. Dear Sir, On the occasion of your recent visit to our…
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The return of a Weston Galvanometer Model 375 for adjustment and re-calibration.
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Roy. From Ha/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to H/BP. V6052. Ha/Wst.6/MA.9.4.35. WESTON GALVANOMETER MODEL 375 NO.8985. We are sending into the stores the above instrument for return to the Weston Electrical…
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Urgent request to obtain three Weston ammeters for drawing D.74874.
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Cm.2. Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.7/MA.25.4.35. Will you please obtain for us three Weston ammeters to drg. D.74874 as quickly as possible as these are now very urgently required. Order No. 54317.…
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Sending a Weston Galvanometer Model 375 for overhaul.
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Roy. From He/Wst. c: to G/HT c: to M/BP. - L 112. Ha/Wst.5/VA.10.5.35. WESTON GALVANOMETER MODEL 375 No.15816. We are sending this instrument into the stores for return to Messrs.Weston. Will you…
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Request for an additional laboratory ammeter for use in Merlin aero starter motor tests.
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86132. EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.13.11.35. LABORATORY AMMETER. We require an additional ammeter for use in the Electrical Laboratory in connection with Merlin aero starter motor tests. From…
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Request to return a faulty Weston Laboratory Instrument for overhaul due to a bad switch contact.
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r6132. EJJ. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.5/MA.24.12.35. WESTON LABORATORY INSTRUMENT MODEL 163 No.92. This instrument is giving us a lot of trouble due to a bad contact in the changeover switch. Will you…
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Letter to a supplier regarding a returned ammeter and a missing official Air Ministry release note.
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C132 HS/WSt.9/JH. 15th August, 1936. Messrs. Metropolitan Vickers Electrical Co.Ltd., Trafford Park, MANCHESTER. Dear Sirs, We recently returned to you an Air Ministry pattern D.C. ammeter 2"…
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Letter from Metropolitan-Vickers Electrical Co. confirming the repair of an ammeter and enclosing an Air Ministry release note.
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TELEGRAMS: METROVICK, MANCHESTER. TELEPHONE: TRAFFORD PARK 2431 METROPOLITAN-VICKERS ELECTRICAL CO. LIMITED SUBSIDIARY OF ASSOCIATED ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby.…
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Requesting the return of a faulty Weston Volt-ammeter for repair for the third time due to a loose needle.
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To EJJ. c.c. to G/Mt. SC 82. Hs/Wst.10/JH. 20.8.36. Weston Box-type Volt-ammeter. Model 153. No.92. Will you, please, arrange for the return of the above instrument, to the Makers, for repair. The…
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Defective ammeter on a Bentley B.118.JD which caused a blackout due to bad workmanship.
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To By. from Rm/RC. c. RH c. By/RD. Rm/RC. 10/WH. 1.9.37 Re Defective Ammeter which caused a blackout on Bentley B.118.JD. We have examined this instrument and find the fault due to bad workmanship. On…
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The failure of a defective ammeter from Chassis No. B.116.JD.
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R.C. Please see me bl32. GR7 To Sg. & Hs. a. to C. a. to D. a. to Mr. L. From RRC/Smd. RRC/Smd.S/W/10.9.37. CHASSIS NO.B.116.JD. AMMETER FAILURE. Owner - F.A. Oates. We have examined the defective…
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Proposing a two-stage plan to improve faulty ammeters in collaboration with Weston Electrical.
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CHILDS 6132 To Div c. Rm. Do you agree with the last remark BY/RD.5/B. 28.9.37. Rm AMMETERS. In order to eliminate any further trouble on ammeters, the representatives of the Weston Electrical…
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Suggestion for a new supplier to produce ammeter components to avoid previous issues and tool charges.
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-2- We suggested that they should get in touch with Messrs. S. Smith & Sons (M.A.) Ltd., who already produce the pressed case, glass and retaining ring of exactly the same size as the ammeter, to…
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Modification and repair of ammeters supplied by the Weston Electrical Instrument Co.
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Childs 6132 To. Mr. [REDACTED] c. Rm. (15.10.37) BY/RD.4/B.13.10.37 AMMETERS. The Weston Electrical Instrument Co., have agreed to modify all ammeters which have not yet left our hands, amounting to a…
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The procurement and testing of a new pattern of ammeters with specific modifications.
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To Rm/RC. 6132 BY/RD.2/B.13.10.37 AMMETERS. Confirming our verbal conversation, will you please arrange to obtain the latest pattern of ammeters from the Production Stores, for the various…
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The failure of ammeters on chassis MRO-5, 3-BT-51, and 3-BT-111, with subsequent handwritten notes.
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[Handwritten] Rm To Sg. Rs. U. DX. Hy. Mx. MNG. La. From HRO/Smd. Brg. Think this is very necessary. Rm 6182. [Typed] Re. Failure of Ammeter on Chassis MRO-5. also 3-BT-51 and 3-BT-111. The failure of…
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Internal instruction regarding the electrical inspection of ammeters from the Weston Electrical Instrument Co. Ltd.
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To. KHL/Mr. Goodall. c.c. RHG/Mr. Harvey. c. Rn/RC. 6132 BY/RD.1/B.16.10.37. AMMETERS. Will you please arrange for all future deliveries of ammeters from the Weston Electrical Instrument Co.Ltd.,…
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Instruction to arrange for modified standard ammeters to be fitted to cars 32-EX, 39-IX, and G-S-IV.
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To HPS. from Rm/RC. c. RC/CAP. (132 Rm/RC.1/MH.3.11.37. MODIFIED STANDARD AMMETERS. Will you please arrange for an ammeter of the modified type, to be fitted to each of the cars 32-EX, 39-IX, and…
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Confirmation memo regarding the handover of a Lucas Ammeter for trial fitting and potential standardization.
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To Rm/RC. 6132 BY/RD.1/B.4.11.37. This is to confirm handing to you one Lucas Ammeter made up with special dial etc., to give us the required illumination. Will you please have this fitted to B.56.BN,…
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Confirming the handover of a Lucas Ammeter for testing purposes.
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To Rm/RC. 6132 BY/RD.4/B.12.11.37. Please receive herewith 1 further Lucas Ammeter, making a total of 2, handed to you for test purposes. BY/RD. [Signature]
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Complete failure of Weston ammeters due to terminal screw breakage and a proposed action plan for examination and replacement.
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CHILDS 6132 BY.1/G.25.11.37 AMMETER. 3-CP-28. J. HOWARD WILSON. We have a further case of complete failure of the electrical equipment due to a terminal screw breakage in the Weston ammeter on the…
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Failure and replacement of ammeters, and a supply shortage due to the supplier moving factory.
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6132 CHILDS- Hd Rm Mx BY/HD. BY/.9/W.3.12.37. Re: Ammeters. ----------- Referring to BY.1/G.25.11.37, relating to ammeter failure on chassis 3-CP-28, I have submitted a proposal to Sg. for his…
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Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. detailing the results of preliminary bench tests on three ammeters.
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6132 Rm/RC.7/MH. 8th. December 1937. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham, 19. For the attention of Mr. Toulmin. Dear Sirs, We have now completed preliminary bench tests on the…
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Letter concluding that instruments passed an insulation test.
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-2- 8th. December 1937. We found the instruments quite satisfactory on our insulation test, which was carried out on the 200 volt, A.C. mains through a lamp. Yours faithfully, for ROLLS-ROYCE LTD.
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Confirming instructions to replace all Phantom III ammeters and conduct related checks on the starter switch.
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a. Rm c. Rm/RC. c. Rm/CMH PC BY.15/9.8.12.37. 6132. PHANTOM 111 - AMMETER. This is to confirm my verbal instruction that Sg. agrees it will be necessary to replace all Phantom 111 ammeters by…
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Requesting the overhaul and repair of a Weston D.C. Ammeter.
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6132 To EJJ. from Rm/RC. c. Ro/JJ. Rm/RC.5/WH.8.12.37. RE WESTON D.C. AMMETER (0 - 150) No.22596. Will you please arrange for the above instrument to be returned to the makers for overhaul and repair…
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Requesting the dispatch of a Weston Ammeter for overhaul and repair.
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from EJJ/JV. to Rm/RC. RHS. 6132 EJJ/JV17/JC.9. 12. 37. Re - REPAIRS TO WESTON AMMETER. Please arrange to dispatch to The Weston Electric Co.,Ltd.,:- 1 - T.C. Ammeter to 150, No.22596, for overhaul…
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Investigation and test report on Lucas ammeters.
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To By. c. to By/RD. 6132 RM/RC.3/JH.11.12.37. LUCAS AMMETER. Lucas ammeters, three in all were handed to us at various times between the dates 6.11.37. and 22.11.37. for investigation, with a view to…
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Performance testing of a Lucas Ammeter.
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Lucas Ammeter. -2- RM/RC.3/JH.11.12.37 (3) The amount of oscillation of the pointer, before settling down to a position on the scale, does not seem to be worse with the Lucas instrument, than with the…
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Summary of test results for Lucas Ammeters, noting issues with pointer sticking and zero error.
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Lucas Ammeters. -3- RM/RC.3/JH.11.12.37. Summary. Our tests show that as regards insulation and damping of the pointer the Lucas ammeter is satisfactory. As regards reliability and accuracy while it…
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Return of two faulty Lucas Ammeters to the manufacturer due to sticking needles.
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To HPS/CEP. from Rm/RC. 6132. Rm/RC.11/MH.15.12.37. RE LUCAS AMMETERS. Will you please arrange for two Lucas Ammeters to be returned to the makers. These have been submitted to us for testing purposes…
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Need for assurance on Lucas Ammeters to ensure they are free from previously outlined faults.
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Rm/RC. 6132. BY.17/G.17.12.37. RE: LUCAS AMMETERS. Referring to Rm/RC./JH.11.12.37. I concur with Rm/RC's views and conclusions, and am leaving the cleaning up of these points to you conjointly. We…
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Requesting the dispatch of two faulty Lucas Ammeters for examination due to sticking needles.
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To Nuyy from HPS/WSC. WSC. G/Bh. Rm/RC. 6132 HPS/WSC.15/BA.17.12.37. Lucas Ammeters. Will you please arrange to despatch :- 2 Ammeters, which we hand you herewith. to Messrs Lucas, addressed for the…
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Initiating a standardisation sheet for a Lucas ammeter and a petrol pump switch for various car models.
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Handwritten: Ch'de Start a Bentley standardisation sheet off for a Lucas ammeter To Rm. Handwritten: 6132 BY/RD. 2/B.4.1.38. Rm AMMETERS. (Bentley). Lucas price - 4/6d. Tools - £N4. Can we have a…
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Request to replace a Weston Ammeter with a Lucas ammeter on chassis No.B.56.BN.
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To HPS. c. to RC/CAP. 6132. Rm/RC.11/JH.5.1.38. re Chassis No.B.56.BN. Will you please arrange for the Weston Ammeter now fitted to the above chassis to be removed and a Lucas ammeter fitted in its…
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Issues with the current ammeter and proposing a switch to the Lucas Ammeter for Bentley and B.50 cars.
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Memo. from Rm. a. EH... o. WAP or. Ly /HD. c. RM/RC. 6132 RMS/R.7.1.38. Lucas Ammeters. As you know, we have had a good deal of trouble with the present ammeter, and it has caused several expensive…
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Depot sheet discussing issues and modifications to the Armature Fuse on the Phantom III model.
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PHANTOM III. DEPOT SHEET Hd.371. ARMATURE FUSE. Referring to Rm/CWH.11/N.24.1.38. the matter of the armature fuse not being in itself probably a final solution is concurred in. Personally, I have not…
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Request to return a faulty Lucas Ammeter to the makers for repair due to a sticking complaint.
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To HPS/CEP. 6132. Rm/RC.17/JH.31.1.38. re Lucas Ammeter. Will you please return to the makers one Lucas ammeter for repair, complaint sticking. For the attention of Mr. Toulmin. Rm/RC.
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Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. regarding a persistent sticking pointer issue on an ammeter.
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6132 RM/RC.12/JH. 31st.January, 1938. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr. Toulmin. Dear Sirs, With reference to the two ammeters which were returned to you to…
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Return of a faulty sticking Lucas Ammeter to Messrs Lucas for repair.
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6132. To D/Exp. from HPS/WSC. nayes. G/ab. Rm/RC. HPS/WSC.3Q/RA.1.2.38. Re: Lucas Ammeter. Will you please return to Messrs Lucas, Great King Street, Birmingham, addressed for the attention of…
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Owner's complaint report about a car failure due to a blown fuse and the proposed solution.
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To By c. to Da. c. to By/KD. 6132 RM/HC.10/JH.12.12.36. re Owners Complaint Report No.N.1581. This car failed due to the blowing of the main fuse, caused by the spade terminal of the ammeter lead…
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Brief and fragmented internal memo regarding an absence.
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6132.. EW/1/A.22.12.36. ... you were absent at ... will you please ... putting i- Y off. ... one
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Fitting special Weston ammeters to cars 11.B.V. and 12.B.V.
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6182 To HPS/W.S.C. s. to RM/RC/CAP. Rm/RC.7/JH.13.6.39. Ammeters for cars 11. and 12.B.V. The special Weston ammeters, type DB.2235 ordered for cars 11.B.V. and 12.B.V. are now available. Will you…
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Requesting the replacement of an old ammeter with a modified Lucas ammeter on car 14.B.V. for testing in France.
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6132 To HPS/WSC. c. to RM/EC/CAP. Rm/EC.9/JH.23.6.39. Lucas Ammeter on Car 14.B.V. We have received a modified type of Lucas ammeter, which is more suitable for test in France, than the instrument at…
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Testing of experimental Lucas ammeters with modified movements to eliminate 'sticking'.
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To By. c. to By/RD. Rm/RC.8/JH.4.7.39. lucas ammeter with modified movement. The two experimental Lucas ammeters type B4 with improved movement Nos.LT.2022 and LT.2023 submitted for test, have now…
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The proposal to order half a dozen Lucas ammeters with modified movement for testing.
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c. Rm/RC. BY.4/G.7.7.39. LUCAS AMMETER WITH MODIFIED MOVEMENT. With reference to the recommendation made in Rm/RC.8/JH.4.7.39. to order half a dozen Lucas ammeters type BM. with improved movement…
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Requesting an order of six Lucas DB.2562 ammeters for testing on experimental chassis.
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o. Rm/RC. BY/RD.3/B.18.7.39. ALL CHASSIS. INSTRUMENT BOARD. SECTION 7190. Re: Lucas Ammeter. Will you please order six DB.2562 - Ammeters, blueprints of which are attached herewith, from Messrs. J.…
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Letter to Arcade Wireless Stores regarding the return of a drawing for a Milliammeter and the requirement for a DC Micro-Ammeter.
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Re/CTS.A/NT. 26th August, 1940. The Arcade Wireless Stores, Strand Arcade, D E R B Y. Attention of Mr. A. Cain. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation this afternoon, we return herewith…
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The failure analysis and repair of a sticking Lucas B.M. type ammeter.
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Bm/RC.5/ST.28.4.41. AMMETER. ------- A Lucas B.M. type ammeter, No.2, failed on 10 B.V, due to sticking. The instrument was taken to pieces and examined in order to find a reason for the failure. We…
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