Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| img001 | Request for the production of an Auxiliary and Main Coil assembly for an automatic switch, using a finer wire than standard, with a detailed parts list for each. | ||
| View original record | X6032 E.P.C. BY/RD2/DM.29.11.29. 40/50 HP. Chassis. Automatic Switch. Sec.8060. Will you please put in hand 1 each of the following coils for the above switch, having a finer wire than standard.… | ||
| img002 | Instruction to fit coils of reduced wire gauge to the starter switch on an experimental laboratory rig. | ||
| View original record | X6023 RHC. from EFC. EFC2/AD28.1.30. X6023 X 7055 COILS OF REDUCED WIRE GAUGE These have been instructed by By/RD2/TM29.11.29. Will you please arrange for these coils to be fitted to the starter… | ||
| img003 | Request to order one pound of 27 SWG D.C.C. copper wire for an S.S. starter. | ||
| View original record | X6033 Req. from EFC. EFC5/AD6.2.30. Will you please order in connection with S.S. starter - One lb. of 27 SWG. D.C.C. Copper wire. EFC. | ||
| img004 | Request to order experimental silk-covered copper wire for a Phantom II starter switch with reduced gauge windings. | ||
| View original record | Y6032. Req. from EPC. EFC7/AD7.2.30. X6032 X 7659 PHANTOM II. STARTER SWITCH WITH EXPERIMENTAL WINDINGS OF REDUCED GAUGE. Will you please order for Electrical Experimental Dept. 1-lb. of No.21 SWG.… | ||
| img005 | List of parts required for a backing light switch, scheme 3029. | ||
| View original record | X6029 c. EFC. BY/RDS/DM. 28.2.30. Backing Light Switch. "N" Scheme 3029. Sec.8180. Will you please put in hand one Backing Light Switch to L.O.P. D.72573. The following details are the parts… | ||
| img006 | Instructing a hold on work for the backing light switch due to it fouling the new gearbox suspension. | ||
| View original record | X6029 PHG. c. EPC. BY/RD2/DH.3.3.30. Backing Light Switch, Sec.8180. N.Scheme 3029. With reference to our memo. BY/RD3/DM.28.2.30 instructing the above, will you please hold up work on this section,… | ||
| img007 | The addition of tungsten contacts to the L.H. chassis backing light switch. | ||
| View original record | X6029. By. from Da. c. Sg. Hs. Da4/M29.5.30. X.7772 X.6029. L.H. CHASSIS BACKING LIGHT SWITCH. We send herewith N.sch.3113. shewing the addition of ignition type tungsten contacts to the backing light… | ||
| img008 | Adapting a backing light switch to serve as a stop light switch for the L.H. P.2. chassis. | ||
| View original record | Ey. from Da. C. Sg. Hs. X6029 Da2/M6.6.30. X.7772 X.6029. L.H. P.2. STOP LIGHT SWITCH. Herewith we send N.sch.3120. shewing the adaptation of the backing light switch to use as a stop light switch. It… | ||
| img009 | New scheme for a stop light switch, referencing previous designs. | ||
| View original record | X6029 EV. from Da. C.I.S. Jal/NS.7.30. STOP LIGHT SWITCH. We received your telegram re. the stop light switch though we have not received any further particulars. We now send H.scheme 312s. in which… | ||
| img010 | New parts for a Stop Light Switch on the L.H.S.S. Chassis under 'N' schemes 3120 & 3128. | ||
| View original record | x6029 C - EFC. BY/RD4/W.19-7-30. Re :- L.H.S.S.CHASSIS. STOP LIGHT SWITCH. 'N' SCHEMES 3120 & 3128. In accordance with the above 'N' Schemes, we send you herewith the following new details : Will you… | ||
| img011 | Leaking braking light switch on a test car and potential design modifications to fix it. | ||
| View original record | R. from De. C. Hs. X6029. Del/14.8.30. X.6029. PACKING LIGHT SWITCH. With reference to the report of the 10,000 mile car after 6,000 miles (24-X) would you please say whether you consider the leaking… | ||
| img012 | Slight oil leak from a backing light switch and the proposed corrective action. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED 19 AUG 1930 X6024 c. Hs. BY/Cgh5/D/18.8.30. BACKING LIGHT SWITCH. ------------------ With reference to DA1/M1.8.30. the oil leakage from the backing light switch is only slight, and we are of… | ||
| img013 | Test report on using finer gauge wire on solenoid coils for a starter main and relay switch. | ||
| View original record | E7C. Ref No. WE44 X.6033. Date 4-9-30 X NOS. 7655 Finer gauge wire on solenoid coils of Sequence Starter Main and relay switch. We have carried out on the bench, tests on an automatic main and relay… | ||
| img014 | Test report comparing the electrical characteristics of standard and experimental coils and switches. | ||
| View original record | W.E.44. contd. (2) Main coil Relay coil Gauge 1.34 ohms (21 SWG) 2.56 ohms (27 SWG) Standard. .77 ohms (20 SWG) 1.92 ohms (26 SWG) at atmospheric temperature. at 12V The current taken by the coils at… | ||
| img015 | Recommendation to fit a switch to an experimental chassis following a successful endurance test. | ||
| View original record | 844 Contd. (3) In an endurance test recently conducted on the sequence starter system on our crankshaft rig, this switch was operated 20,000 times without failure. We therefore recommend fitting one… | ||
| img016 | Experimental starter motor main and auxiliary switch with finer gauge windings for its coils. | ||
| View original record | Y6622 RHC. from EFC. c. hs/AJL. EPCS/AD13.9.30. X.6033. STARTER MOTOR MAIN & AUXILIARY SWITCH WITH ONE GAUGE FINER WINDINGS OF BOTH MAIN & AUXILIARY SWITCH COILS. We hand you herewith our experimental… | ||
| img017 | Notice urging the fitting of a specific starter motor switch with finer windings to certain car models. | ||
| View original record | X6033 RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AIL. EFC4/ADS1.10.30. X.6033. STARTER MOTOR MAIN AND AUXILIARY SWITCH WITH ONE GAUGE FINER WINDINGS. May we urge with you the fitting of this switch to either 19-EX or 20-EX… | ||
| img018 | Standardisation report for a backing light and switch. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 8.11.30 X6029 STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS Date: 26.8.30 X No. 6029 Description of Parts. BACKING LIGHT AND SWITCH. Origin. To show a white light for safety when reversing. Experimental… | ||
| img019 | Directive to modify the starter main and auxiliary switch unit for an experimental Phantom II chassis to a new design. | ||
| View original record | X6033. RHC. from EFC. c. Hs/AJL. EFC4/ADL.6.12.30. X.7655. SEQUENCE STARTER MAIN AND AUXILIARY SWITCH UNIT TO LeC.2804. X.6033. The main and auxiliary switch unit on the next experimental Phantom II… | ||
| img020 | Request to obtain specific gauges of copper wire for a starter main and auxiliary switch unit. | ||
| View original record | X6033 Roy. from EPC. EPCI/AD23.12.30. X.6033. STARTER MAIN AND AUXILIARY SWITCH UNIT WITH FINER GAUGE WINDING. In connection with the above will you please obtain for us 1 lb. 21 S.W.G. D.S.C. H.C.… | ||
| img021 | Faulty backing light switch from a L.H.SS. chassis with badly oxidized points. | ||
| View original record | X6029 EPC Scl/Mr Brock Mx. BY/RD14/N.9.2.31. X 6029 Re: L.H.SS. Chassis - Backing Light Switch. We hand you herewith the centre portion of a backing light switch taken from a L.H. chassis. You will… | ||
| img022 | Investigation into a returned switch with a contact failure, its subsequent cleaning, testing, and approval for production use. | ||
| View original record | X6029 ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To: E.F.C. Order No. 10 P.L. Customer's No. X6029 L.H. Chassis Broken Link Switch (Og/R/14/N.P. 371) This was returned from the Test dept. owing to contact failure… | ||
| img023 | Instructions regarding a less expensive component and its production implications. | ||
| View original record | RR 238 (150 BKS.) [DB 481-9-12 24] MP 30697S ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. INSTRUCTIONS. To _________________________ 19__ Order No. ____________ Customer's No. ____________ less expensive from outside could… | ||
| img024 | Investigation report into the failure of an L.H. Chassis Backing Light Switch, recommending silver or gold silver contact points over tungsten. | ||
| View original record | X6029 By Mr RD. from EFC. c. Sft./Mr. Breck. EFC5/AD12.2.31 X.6029. L.H. CHASSIS BACKING LIGHT SWITCH. As a result of your By/RD14/N9.2.31, we have duly looked into the failure of this switch and my… | ||
| img025 | Phantom II starter motor failure caused by oily sand, exacerbated by an incorrect repair attempt by a French mechanic. | ||
| View original record | To R. From Hs/G.H. c. to Mor. E. Sg. c. to Hy. RFC. X6080 Hs/GWH.4/KT.25.2.31. Y6079 X6080 RE. PHANTOM II STARTER MOTOR. The complication of the Starter Motor system has been recently demonstrated by… | ||
| img026 | Examination report on starter motor and auto switch failures on chassis 70.XJ. | ||
| View original record | C.O.P.Y. ..BY. C.WOR. C.HD. C.RP. F.T.C. JBL/RG.20.2.31. Chassis 70.XJ. Starter Motor failure. We have examined both Starter Motor and Auto Switch on this chassis. The Starter Motor contact points on… | ||
| img027 | Suggestion to fix a starter circuit diagram on the main switch cover for the Phantom II starter motor. | ||
| View original record | X6080 To Ey. from Sg c. Hs/GWH. Wor. c. F. FFC. SG2/4.3.31. X.6080. Re. P.II. STARTER MOTOR X.6C82. Referring to Hs/GWH4/KT25.2.31 the suggestion contained in the second paragraph of having a diagram… | ||
| img028 | Starter motor issues with a Phantom II in cold weather. | ||
| View original record | To W. From de/TWEL. X6020 Re/G.H.3/RT.5.3.31. X6020 RR PHANTOM II. STARTER MOTOR. We have during the last two weeks been having a L.H. Phantom out all night, unprotected, for investigation purposes… | ||
| img029 | Phantom II sequence starter engagement, suggesting an experiment using slightly helical teeth to solve insufficient teazer engaging force. | ||
| View original record | E.7.C. Ref. No. WE88. X6080 Date 18-3-31 X.NOS 6079. 6080. Phantom II Sequence Starter engagement. There does appear to be a greater proportion of rotational torque to axial force on engagement with… | ||
| img030 | Experiment with slightly spiral pinion and gear wheel teeth for the Phantom II sequence starter gear. | ||
| View original record | X6080 To By. from EPC. EPCl/ADR.9.3.31. X.6080 PHANTOM II SEQUENCE STARTER GEAR. X.6079 We are anxious at this stage to make an up-to-date experiment of slightly spiral pinion and gear wheel teeth for… | ||
| img031 | Specification of inspection and test procedures for a sequence starter motor with a longitudinal damper, version 2. | ||
| View original record | X6080 20.3.31. X.6080 R.R. SEQUENCE STARTER MOTOR (WITH LONGITUDINAL DAMPER) X.6088 SPECIFICATION OF INSPECTION AND TEST. VERSION 2. (1) INSPECTION. Inspect the brush mechanism and make sure that -… | ||
| img032 | Testing procedures for a motor's armature, pinion, insulation, and brushes. | ||
| View original record | -2- (f) Verify that the armature operated switch makes contact over the last .200 ± .015 of armature motion, if necessary adjusting the maximum value of the contact gap to give this condition. The… | ||
| img033 | Page detailing motor testing procedures, including light, armature return, and damping tests. | ||
| View original record | -3- (4) LIGHT TEST. The motor shall be run light on its main circuit for a period of ten minutes on a terminal P.D. lying between the limits 5.6 to 6.0. Towards the end of the run the current taken… | ||
| img034 | Circuit diagram showing the arrangement of apparatus and connections for a starter motor test. | ||
| View original record | -38- SUPPLY + A S₂ V + - EMS S₁ Os ARRANGEMENT OF APPARATUS & CONNECTIONS FOR STARTER MOTOR TEST | ||
| img035 | Test procedure for a longitudinal motion system involving motor engagement and load application. | ||
| View original record | -4- (7) LONGITUDINAL MOTION TEST. (8) For this test together with Nos. (9), (10), (11) and (12), a system as represented in the diagram on the previous page has been agreed upon, there being two small… | ||
| img036 | Specification document page detailing Teazer Torque and Load tests for a motor component. | ||
| View original record | -5- at random, allowing the armature to return fully to its normal position each time. Provided the pinion does not jam on the engaging corners, it must slide into mesh far enough for the armature… | ||
| img037 | Page 6 of a document detailing motor load and brush distress testing procedures. | ||
| View original record | -6- With S₂ switched on a brake load shall be applied to the wheel and when S₁ is switched on to obtain engagement the brake torque shall be suitably adjusted until the main motor current (indicated… | ||
| img038 | Page detailing motor testing procedures including intermittent load, torque, pinion, and insulation breakdown tests. | ||
| View original record | -7- (11) INTERMITTENT LOAD TEST. Still with the same brake load applied, the motor shall be switched on and off for several times in succession. (N.B. It will be noted that in switching off the motor,… | ||
| img039 | Cost and necessity of adding a starter circuit diagram to the Phantom II starter motor switch cover. | ||
| View original record | Y 6080 c. Hs/GWH. BY/2/G.9.4.31. PHANTOM II - STARTER MOTOR. ------------------------- Referring to Sg2/F.4.3.31. and dealing with the suggestion put forward in Hs/GWH.4/ET/25.2.31 of fixing a diagram… | ||
| img040 | Endurance test report on a 20/25 HP starter switch to investigate contact burning. | ||
| View original record | X6121 By. from Hs/H.E.W. c. E. c. Wor. Sg. Hs/HEW4/ADM.4.4.31. 20/25 STARTER SWITCH. We have carried out an endurance test on the bunch of a standard 20/25 HP. starter motor switch completely dry, in… | ||
| img041 | Proposal for a new relay-operated starting switch design for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6121 Hs. cr. BY20/G.1.5.31. 20/25 HP. RELAY OPERATED STARTING SWITCH. Referring to the above proposal, we are sending you herewith a design which we have got out, which, whilst we have kept it as… | ||
| img042 | Proposing a new design for a relay-operated starter switch. | ||
| View original record | X6680 BY. FROM E. C. to SG. WOR. HS. RELAY OPERATED STARTER SWITCH - 20/25. Referring to EY20/G1531, R. does not altogether approve of D. Scn. 464 as he would like to make some departure from this… | ||
| img043 | Faulty starter motor plunger switch that activated spontaneously while the car was on the wash. | ||
| View original record | X6080 S/W. Hs/Rm...from PN. Copy to Sg, Wor [REDACTED] [REDACTED] C. of S. GNS-5 Starter Motor Plunger Switch. Maythorn London Trials. Yesterday whilst this car was on the wash, with nobody very near… | ||
| img044 | The cause of a short circuit failure in a starter motor switch, likely due to a flaw in the bakelite moulding. | ||
| View original record | X6080 To PN. FROM Hs/HEW. c. Sg. WOT. c. MX. AP. H. c. LT. Chatman. Hs/HEW2/AD7.8.31. STARTER MOTOR SWITCH OFF CNS-5. With reference to FMS/WT29.7.31, this switch was in such a condition when… | ||
| img045 | Report regarding a starter motor switch, referencing battery discharge and potential leaks through faulty Bakelite moulding. | ||
| View original record | X6080 PN.1/WT14.8.31. S/W. Hs/Hew. Starter Motor Switch off GNS-5. Referring to your Hs/Hew2/AD7.8.31, the report in respect of the battery of this car does not indicate that there had been trouble at… | ||
| img046 | Query regarding the repair of a starter motor switch GNS-5. | ||
| View original record | PN. from Hs/HEW. C. to C. Hs/HEW2/AD20.8.31. STARTER MOTOR SWITCH OFF GNS-5. With reference to PNL/T14.8.31, we should be glad to know if you require this switch repairing and sending back to you.… | ||
| img047 | Suggesting the repair and stocking of a Starter Motor Switch from GNS-5. | ||
| View original record | X6080 S/W. Hs/HEW. PN.17/CP27.8.31. re. Starter Motor Switch off GNS-5. In reply to your memo. Hs/HEW2/AD20.8.31. I suggest that this switch should be repaired and put into stock. PN. H.J.P | ||
| img048 | Starter motor switch from trials chassis GNS-5 sent for repair. | ||
| View original record | K6080 Sft/Mr. Brock, from Hs/HEW. Hs/HEW3/AD28.8.31. STARTER MOTOR SWITCH OFF TRIALS CHASSIS GNS-5. We are sending you the switch off the above chassis which has been sent to us for examination by Mr.… | ||
| img049 | Optimal placement of the starter switch press button on the dashboard. | ||
| View original record | X6080 Hs. from R. c. Sg. Wor. Ev. R1/M23.10.31. RE : STARTER SWITCH PRESS BUTTON It is agreed that this should be on the dash board, and not on the steering column, but it should be always placed so… | ||
| img050 | Selection of an Armature Spring for the Automatic Switch on a 40-50 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | V6080 Hs/Wst. BY/RDL/W.4-11-31. Re :- 40-50 H.P.Chassis. - Automatic Switch - With reference to the Standardisation Sheet issued for the above for LeC.2804,will you please say which of the three… | ||
| img051 | Recommending spring D.72922 for use in the 40/50 automatic switch on production models. | ||
| View original record | X 6080. Ry/RD. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/AD7.11.31. 40/50 AUTOMATIC SWITCH. Answering your Ry/RM/W4.11.31 we have ascertained that the spring used on our automatic switch was D.72922 and we recommend this… | ||
| img052 | The testing of an aluminium bronze starter motor pinion compared to a standard steel pinion. | ||
| View original record | Y6080 By/RD. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3AD10.11.31. ALUMINIUM BRONZE STARTER MOTOR PINION. We have now tested this pinion on one of our laboratory P.2. sequence starter motors and send it to you herewith… | ||
| img053 | Customer complaint about a defective starter switch for chassis GOS.60. | ||
| View original record | X6080 Fr. C.to Sft. C.to Hs. C.to Er. C.to Sft.Mr.Brock. H4/AVS.8/KH.30.11.31. RE: CHASSIS NO.GOS.60 - 'N' DEPARTMENT -------------------------------------- We have received from the above Department,… | ||
| img054 | Query about whether the backing light switch is a standard fitment on the J. 3. gearbox. | ||
| View original record | TY. FROM DA. Copy to HS. X6029 DA6/H.1.12.31. BACKING LIGHT SWITCH. Is this fitted as standard, or in any quantities to special request? We want to decide whether we should apply it to the J. 3.… | ||
| img055 | Not to make provisions for a backing light switch on the J.111 gearbox due to low customer demand. | ||
| View original record | RECEIVED DEC 17 1931 c. Hs. X6029 BY/Cgh.6/G.9.12.31. BACKING LIGHT SWITCH. ------------------- With reference to DA.6/M.1.12.31. we are not being called upon to make any provision for a backing light… | ||
| img056 | Confusing placement of the centre light switch relative to the engine starter lever on a 20/25HP car. | ||
| View original record | X6121 GWH Hs from Mx. Mx5/T1.1.32. re. 20/25HP Centre Light Switch and Engine Starter. I entirely agree with EP's remarks, and it is a point I also forgot to mention in my report, but no less than… | ||
| img057 | Potential driver confusion between the starter lever and the light switch on the 20/25 HP car, proposing a modification. | ||
| View original record | Hs. GWH SP3/H1.1.32. re. 20/25 HP. Centre Light Switch and Engine Starter. There is a point on 18-G-4 car which I did not mention in my report, EP10/H28.12.31. but which was brought forward by Mr W.… | ||
| img058 | Modification of the starter automatic switch to prevent sparking and simplify assembly by deleting carbon contacts. | ||
| View original record | R.6080 COMPLETED 2. 3. 32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date: 16.10.31 No. 6080 Drawing No: Le.C. 2904 & No. 73380 Part List Description of Parts. SEQUENCE STARTER AUTOMATIC SWITCH WITH MODIFIED… | ||
| img059 | Fitting of a new part to an 'O' Series chassis, including costs for materials and tools. | ||
| View original record | The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted.... 'O' Series. Date when chassis will be handed to test.... --- Cost of scrapped material, if any.... Nil. Cost of jigs and… | ||
| img060 | Cost and functionality of the J.III and Peregrine starter motor main and relay switch. | ||
| View original record | X6121 SECRET To R. from Hs/Wst. C. SG. C. HGr. E. C. HJT. CE. C. FHS. Hs/Wst.1/AJS.3.32. J.III AND PEREGRINE STARTER MOTOR MAIN AND RELAY SWITCH. The automatic starter switch intended for these… | ||
| img061 | Operation and testing of a starter motor engagement and automatic hold-off feature. | ||
| View original record | -2- When the engine starts, the motor is thrown out of engagement and spins at a fairly high speed for two or three seconds before coming to rest. With the motor field energised, therefore, as would… | ||
| img062 | Confirming a blueprint for the Delage Master Switch has been obtained and attached. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. XC13G Hs/Wst.3/MA.21. 3. 32. DELAGE MASTER SWITCH. With reference to your enquiry re the above we have obtained a blue print of the same which we now attach for your perusal.… | ||
| img063 | Outlining reasons against mounting the lighting switch on the top of the steering column. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. c. Wor. I. c. Da. W. SECRET X6139 Hs/Wst.5/ADR2.3.32. CHASSIS LIGHTING SWITCHES We do not view favourably the idea of mounting the lighting switch on the top of the steering… | ||
| img064 | Recommendation for a new R.R. switchbox, comparing its functionality to a simpler Bosch switch. | ||
| View original record | -2- The Bosch switch is very simple. They argue that with a voltage regulated dynamo which automatically suits its charge to the state of the battery there is no necessity for a charge switch and as… | ||
| img065 | Modification instructions for automatic starter switches on specific exceptional chassis models. | ||
| View original record | RIC. From Hs/Wst. c. to Hs/Lid. Hs/Wst.15/MA.23.3.32. AUTOMATIC STARTER SWITCHES ON EXCPL CARS. Will you please arrange to have these modified on chassis 20-EX, 22-EX, and 25-EX by connecting up a… | ||
| img066 | Optimal placement of the dimming control switch, arguing for the steering column over a foot control. | ||
| View original record | Hs/WSt X6137 To E. from Sg. Copy to R. Hs/WSt re Chassis Lighting Switches. Mr. DA. of. Sg/1/E34. .32 Referring to Hs/WSt.5/AD.22.7.32 I do not remember previously hearing that it was contemplated… | ||
| img067 | Request for pricing information on Bosch lighting switches and head lamp dimming switches. | ||
| View original record | X6139 Roy. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.l/ADSO.3.32. BOSCH LIGHTING SWITCHES. Will you please obtain from the Bosch Co. the price of their lighting switch Type HSA. also the price of their head lamp dimming… | ||
| img068 | Clarifying the placement of the chassis lighting switch on the steering column. | ||
| View original record | X6129 Sg. from E. C.W. for. H/Gst. Fa. Hy. ---------------- E.S/HR/30.3.32. --------------- Chassis Lighting Switches. In reply to your memo 2G31/E.24.3.32, there is no intention of putting the… | ||
| img069 | Design and modification of the J.III Headlamp Control Switch, noting issues with the original knife switch design. | ||
| View original record | X6139 R. from E. c. Sg. Wor. H / 1st. E.2/HP.31.3.32. J.III Headlamp Control Switch - N.Sch.3432. In its early stages the design of the above was found to consist of a knife switch made up from our… | ||
| img070 | Potential changes to car electrical switches and the starter system. | ||
| View original record | HS/VST. E.) FROM R. DA. BY. ) (At Le Canadel.) R2/12.4.32. Sent from TY.5.4.32. C. to SG. MOR. C.6139 G.4491 X6010. CAR ELECTRICAL WORK - SWITCHES. We seem inclined to jump into great changes which we… | ||
| img071 | Request to place a link across the automatic starter switch for chassis 58-GN - 3G. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. X6129 Hs/Wst.9/MA.6. 4. 4. 32. CHASSIS 58-GN - 3G. Will you please arrange to have a link placed across the auxiliary portion of the automatic starter switch in order to short… | ||
| img072 | Electrical units, specifically a Lucas horn and starter switch, for chassis 58-GW. | ||
| View original record | X6139 Sg. from He/wst. c. Hn. c. Ck. Fh. He/wst.3/ADS.4.32. X6032 ELECTRICAL UNITS ON 58-GW We are pleased to note that you like our new Lucas horn and we are arranging to fit up a similar one on… | ||
| img073 | Comparative cost analysis for chassis switchboxes, detailing a Bosch model versus an in-house model with a separate push starter button. | ||
| View original record | Sg. from Hs/Wst. c. E. Wor. S. Ev. Dn. X6139 Hs/Wst.5/ADS.4.32. CHASSIS SWITCHES With reference to your Sg31/224.3.32 addressed to E. we give below as a matter of interest the comparative costs of our… | ||
| img074 | On the testing and design of a simplified automatic starter switch for 40/50, J.3, and Peregrine models. | ||
| View original record | X6139 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sy. c. to WOr. Hs/Wst.1/UA.6.6.32. 40/50, J. 3. AND PEREGRINE AUTOMATIC STARTER SWITCH. We have been testing on Expl. Chassis and on Sy's car 55-GX automatic starter… | ||
| img075 | New automatic starter from Lucas called 'Startix'. | ||
| View original record | 86147. S/W. Hs. Cx6/H.18.7.32. Copy to Wor- Although it may be common knowledge to you, we are informing you in case you have not heard, that Lucas are bringing out a new form of starter called a… | ||
| img076 | Replying to an inquiry about 'Startix' automatic switches, confirming possession and upcoming testing. | ||
| View original record | To Cx. From Hs. c. to Wor. 8 6147 Hs.3/WJ.18.7.32. Replying to Cx.6/H.18.7.32. We have in our possession one of the "Startix" automatic switches. Rm. brought it back with him from U.S.A. There are one… | ||
| img077 | Description and operational overview of the 'Startix' automatic starting switch. | ||
| View original record | To R. from Hs/wst. c. Sg. Ref. c. E. L. c. Ev. Dx. (6147) Hs/wst.1/AD9.8.32. STARTIX This is an automatic starting switch recently marketed by the Eclipse Co. of America and now about to be… | ||
| img078 | Continued report on the operation and potential disadvantages of the Startix automatic starting system. | ||
| View original record | -2- As soon as the engine starts, the starter torque and current is reduced so that the second solenoid operates, breaking the main switch circuit. At the same time, current is fed from the chassis… | ||
| img079 | Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes regarding the manufacturing rights for a 'Startix' component and referring a request for a 12-volt unit to Joseph Lucas Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X6147 BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS "BENDIXCOMP, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONES ADCOCKS GREEN, 1601-2-3 Kings Road TYSELEY BIRMINGHAM DIRECTORS VINCENT… | ||
| img080 | Letter to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. concerning the return of a 'Startix' starter motor switch unit with a bent terminal. | ||
| View original record | X6147 Hs/Wst.16/AD. August 16th, 1932. Mr. Herbert Clark, Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. Kings Rd, Tyseley, Birmingham. Dear Sir, We are returning to you under separate cover the sample 'Startix' starter… | ||
| img081 | Return of a loaned 'Startix' starter motor switch unit to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. | ||
| View original record | X6147 D/BP. from Hs/Wst. c. Despatch Stores. Hs/Wst.2/AD17.8.32. We are sending into the Stores one "Startix" starter motor switch unit. This was loaned to us and should now be returned to :- Mr.… | ||
| img082 | Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. concerning the return of a loaned Startix unit and future enquiries. | ||
| View original record | X6147 BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS "BENDIXCORP-BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONES ACOCKS GREEN, 1601-2-3 Kings Road TYSELEY BIRMINGHAM DIRECTORS VINCENT… | ||
| img083 | Confirming a diagram for isolating a starter button and requesting a test rig on a chassis. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. X6580 BY/RD2/W.7-12-32. Re :- Isolation of Starter Button. This is to confirm that we have handed to you a diagram showing how the starter circuit could be connected so that the starter button… | ||
| img084 | Wiring diagram to feed the ignition, petrol gauge, and starter push through the master switch. | ||
| View original record | SW. BOX., 1, R1, R2, R3, 2S, 40, 4S, 5S, PETROL GAUGE, AMMETER, STARTER PUSH, A-B, 1 2 3 S 4 5 6 S, S B C D, IGNITION, HORN, BODY LIGHTS, MAIN SWITCH, WIRING TO FEED IGNITION, PETROL GAUGE & STARTER… | ||
| img085 | Suggesting a design alteration for a new main switch, involving a change in coil wire gauge to avoid scrap. | ||
| View original record | To E. from Hs/Wst. X6080 Hs/Wst.5/ADL3.12.32. NEW DESIGN OF MAIN SWITCH TO D.SCH.558 We would like to point out a feature in this design which might usefully be altered before the Exptl. shop build up… | ||
| img086 | Request to produce three electro-magnetic main switch coils for an experiment on the Peregrine II, 20/25 HP and 40/50 HP models. | ||
| View original record | WST PMG. Hs/Wlst. x6C80. BY/RD/W.16.1.33. *Peregrine II*, 20/25 H.P., and 40/50 H.P. 468 turns 21 SWG D.S.C Sec.8060 - Electro-Magnetic Main Switch. Will you please put in hand three coils and… | ||
| img087 | Specification for production inspection and testing of a new sequence starter main switch. | ||
| View original record | X6080 BY. from Hs/Wst. c. Sft/Mr.Brock. Hs/Wst.4/KT.18.1.33. SEQUENCE STARTER MAIN SWITCH. We send you specification of Production inspection and test for the new starter switch with 20 SWG. coil… | ||
| img088 | Inspection and test specification for a sequence starter main switch unit. | ||
| View original record | SEQUENCE STARTER MAIN SWITCH UNIT SPECIFICATION OF PRODUCTION INSPECTION & TEST I. GENERAL INSPECTION. (1) Ascertain that the copper laminated contacts of the main switch unit offer a satisfactory… | ||
| img089 | Gap checks and electrical test procedures for a switch component. | ||
| View original record | -2- (7) The various gaps should be checked over and confirmed to agree with the gaps and limits given on the sheet herewith. The table of gaps is made up on the assumption that the following gaps are… | ||
| img090 | Test procedure for an electrical switch, detailing pressure, current, and voltage application. | ||
| View original record | -3- should break reasonably sparklessly. (3) It should now be confirmed by means of a spring balance that the switch is definitely capable of holding on contact with a copper contact pressure of 3.0… | ||
| img091 | Table of gap measurements and limits for a main switch unit in various positions. | ||
| View original record | MAIN SWITCH UNIT GAP TABLES. Position of switch. | Air gap at core centre. | Core to Armature stop. | Copper gap (first blade to make). | Carbon gap. Off | .064 +4 | .030 +5 -2 | .062 +4 | .025 +5… | ||
| img092 | Confirming a conversation about the weakness of a starter switch's duralumin arm and a possible modification. | ||
| View original record | X6080 To BY/RD. from E. E.1/HP.23.1.33. c. Ha/Wst. c. Sft/Mr Break. re Starter Switch This confirms conversation with you respecting the weakness of the duralumin arm carrying the copper brush on the… | ||
| img093 | Weak and bending armature carbon contact on an electro-magnetic main switch, proposing a stiffer replacement for experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | C - Hs/Wst. A6020. BY/RD1/W.26-1-33. 20/25 H.P. and "Peregrine II". Electro-Magnetic Main Switch.L.O.P. D.100208.Sec.8060. Now that this Switch has come on to Production for 20/25, it is noted that… | ||
| img094 | Standardisation of a sequence starter switch by deleting the relay portion to simplify and reduce cost. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10M) (12:30, 12-10-31) BM. 5/7855. 46080. COMPLETED 3.2.33. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 17.8.32 Description of Parts. SEQUENCE STARTER SWITCH WITH RELAY PORTION DELETED. No. 6080.… | ||
| img095 | Chassis series for a new part, its test date, and associated material or tool costs. | ||
| View original record | The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted.... 'O' Series. Date when chassis will be handed to test.... 26th. Nov. 1932. Cost of scrapped material, if any... Nil. Cost of… | ||
| img096 | Redesign of a car's master electrical switch and its functions. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. } FROM R. E. } x 6139. R3/M.1.3.33. C. to SG. WOR. PN. BY. CAR WORK. ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT. SWITCH. When we decide we have settled and lasting scheme we should redesign as we had nothing to… | ||
| img097 | Design and proposed functionality of a multi-position electrical switch. | ||
| View original record | E. FROM R. C. to SG. WOR. HS. BY. re. SWITCH. R7/M10.3.33. Sent off 14.3.33. It will be understood that a switch is a very important part of the electrical equipment, and a fault in it often means a… | ||
| img098 | Design and functionality of a multi-position electrical switch, comparing a drum-type design to existing contacts. | ||
| View original record | (2) It is possible that the switch would be rather a deep affair. The handle would have to be insulated. It looks as though rings or segments would be threaded on and cramped endways, using bakelite… | ||
| img099 | Diagram of a three-posted component made of brass or extruded metal, featuring a spring-loaded regulation screw and connections for lamps. | ||
| View original record | Screw to regulate drop Comp: spring. Flex: Connection to lamps or other group. Some fingers on each post. Made of sheet brass or extruded metal. Split and clamped on bar. | ||
| img100 | Retrofitting a magnetic main switch to car 18.G.4 due to the existing starter switch being activated by engine movement. | ||
| View original record | xLote. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.15.3.33. 18.G.4. Owing to the motion of the engine due to its flexible mounting, it is possible for the starter motor switch to be pulled on, this has happened… | ||
| img101 | Request to arrange a starter motor main switch with coil and resistance windings to specific drawings. | ||
| View original record | 16010 RHC/HPS. From Ha/Wst. Wa/Wst.8/MA.15.3.34. STARTER MOTOR MAIN SWITCH TO LOP.D.100208. Will you please arrange to have a switch made up for us to the above LOP. but with the coil and resistance… | ||
| img102 | Design of fool-proof and reliable electrical switches for ignition and lighting. | ||
| View original record | E. FROM R. x6139 BY/28/R.3.131 Sent off 4.4.11. C. to SG.70R. FC. WY. re SWITCHES. You will realize that the connections to the switches should have contacts as fool-proof as possible, easy to adjust,… | ||
| img103 | Separation of the ignition and lighting switches and the ongoing design of the switchbox. | ||
| View original record | To WGR. from E. *6,39 TKT E.11/HP.5.4.33. c. Hs. Bw/HD. re Switches. We have just received memo K.3/M.28.3.33, and we note that in the last paragraph K. now agrees to keep the ignition switch separate… | ||
| img104 | Requesting a covering order for a sample dipper switch from Messrs. Lucas. | ||
| View original record | x6129. Roy/MS. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.3/MA.21.4.33. Will you please issue a covering order to Messrs. Lucas for a sample dipper switch which they have sent to us. Order No. 54101. Ha/Wst. | ||
| img105 | Request to make two push button switches for Beshfort chassis models 3.BIV and 4BIV to drawing D.100250. | ||
| View original record | 86010 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.25.4.33. BESHPORT CHASSIS 3.BIV AND 4BIV. Will you please have made up for these chassis two push button switches to D.100250. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img106 | Stop lamp switch failure on a Bensport chassis which nearly resulted in a fire. | ||
| View original record | Hn. From Hs/Wat. Hs/Wat./MA.2.6.33. Re. STOP LAMP SWITCHES ON BENSPORT CHASSIS. We have had a failure of one of these switches on the Green Bentley causing a bad short circuit to occur, which nearly… | ||
| img107 | Arranging the re-design of stop lamp switches with the makers, Butlers Ltd. | ||
| View original record | WJ Hs/Wst. at W. x6229. WST Hn5/1/7-6-33. Dictated 3-6-33. STOP LAMP SWITCHES. Hs/Wst3/MA2.6.33. I have asked JLE. to write you fully on this matter as he has recently, at our request, arranged with… | ||
| img108 | Letter to supplier Messrs. Butler & Co. Ltd. regarding a failure of their Stop Lamp Switches which nearly caused a fire on a new chassis. | ||
| View original record | x 6039 Hs/Wst.7/MA. June 9th., 1933. Messrs. Butler & Co.Ltd., Atlantic Works, Grange Road, Small Heath, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs, We have had a certain amount of trouble with your Stop Lamp Switches a… | ||
| img109 | Letter from Butlers Limited confirming a visit to discuss 'Tail Lamp Switches'. | ||
| View original record | PATENTEES & MANUFACTURERS OF THE Atlantic MOTOR LAMPS, ACCESSORIES, ETC. Butlers Limited MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL UNION OF MANUFACTURERS INC. TELEPHONE NOS. VICTORIA 1047-8 TELEGRAPHIC ADDRESS… | ||
| img110 | Correct wiring for Butlers stop lamps, referencing a failure on a Green Bentley and subsequent modifications. | ||
| View original record | JLF. From Ha/Wst. c. to GA/EV. c. to Hn. *C.P. Ha/Wst./A.21.10.35. BUTLERS STOP LAMPS. We are not sure how these are arranged on customer's chassis but we should be glad if you will ensure that the… | ||
| img111 | Recommendation for the switch position on Butlers' stop lamps. | ||
| View original record | S/L. x6072 EnS/I/22-6-33. BUTLERS' STOP LAMPS. He/Wst.3/M.A.21.6.33. We note the recommendation you make concerning the position of the switch. JLB. is giving instructions to the Electricians for its… | ||
| img112 | Covering memo regarding Butlers' Stop Lamps. | ||
| View original record | 6029 By. From Ha/Wst. c. to EP. Ha/Wst.2/MA.23.6.33. BUTLERS' STOP LAMPS. We send you herewith copy of a note we have sent to Sales in connection with the above and a copy of their reply. Will you… | ||
| img113 | The replacement of Bensport stop lamp switches on a Green Bentley following a short-circuit. | ||
| View original record | x6029. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.KMA.24.6.33. BENSPORT STOP LAMP SWITCHES. Since the burning of the stop lamp switches cable on the Green Bentley due to the switch short-circuiting we have obtained… | ||
| img114 | Alterations to Butler's stop lamps and the associated wiring. | ||
| View original record | WST Hs. DY/C.H.D/G.26.6.33. BUTLER'S STOP LAMPS. With reference to Hs/Est.2/W.23.6. B. when alterations to the electrical equipment demand alterations to the wiring system, which is fitted inside the… | ||
| img115 | Wiring and design for Butler stop lamps and a new switch. | ||
| View original record | ~~Mr.~~ Oppenheim/Lay. Copy to Hs/WST. Copy to Sy/Oph. x6029 LMS/O/3.7.33. WST Re Butler Stop Lamps. With reference to your Hn8/1/22.6.33. I discussed this matter with CCh. at Derby and pointed out… | ||
| img116 | The failure of Butlers stop lamp switches on chassis 18.G.4. | ||
| View original record | Hn. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.5.7.33. BUTLERS STOP LAMP SWITCHES. We have had a failure of one of these switches on chassis 18.G.4. which recently completed 15,000 miles running in France. The failure… | ||
| img117 | Request to despatch a replacement Butler stop lamp switch which failed on a test chassis. | ||
| View original record | 26029 Roy. From Ha/Wst. c. to D/B. c. to C/HT. Ha/Wst.3/MA.5.7.33. Will you please arrange to despatch to Messrs. Butlers Ltd., one Butler stop Lamp Switch which has recently failed on one of our test… | ||
| img118 | Confirming a no-charge repair for a returned Butler Stop Lamp Switch. | ||
| View original record | To: - Hs/Wst. 4664 RCY/JT2, G3. 21.7.33. Replacement Order R.3797. With reference to the Butler Stop Lamp, Ri.4. Switch, returned to makers for rectification in accordance with our order above, at a… | ||
| img119 | Internal request to order two double pole, double throw knife switches from the Sun Electrical Co. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst./MA.20.9.33. Will you please order for us to order number S11, from the Sun Electrical Co., - Two double pole, double throw knife switches. These should be insulated against… | ||
| img120 | Order for a brake switch from Scintilla Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 46079. Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.3/MA.13.10.33. Please order from the Scintilla Co.Ltd., 14, Clerkenwell Close, London, E.C.1 - one brake switch for stop light type O.1 to order No.54101. Ha/Wst. | ||
| img121 | Requesting a further test on a finer gauge coil for an electro-magnetic main starter switch. | ||
| View original record | By/RD. From Ha/Wst. c. to E. Ha/Wst.G/MA.15.11.33. ELECTRO MAGNETIC MAIN STARTER SWITCH FOR ALL CHASSIS. We have tested the finer gauge coil on the above switch, to D73829/30 and find that it is still… | ||
| img122 | Standardisation of parts document for a stop lamp switch. | ||
| View original record | BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS Completed 15.1.34 X6029 SS 7522 (sm) (56574, 10-10-33) sk. s/262/a. Description of Parts: Stop lamp Switch. Origin: To overcome troubles experienced with the Butler… | ||
| img123 | The bench endurance test of a new design brake stop lamp switch, detailing a failure and suggesting improvements. | ||
| View original record | 6029 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Sg. S: to Agr. Hs/Wst.O/MA.4.1.34. H.R. BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH. We have completed a bench endurance test on the new design R.S. switch to R.R.sch.449. The test consisted of… | ||
| img124 | Request to fit a Bosch foot switch in place of a Lucas type on car 20-EX as the latter fouls the clutch cover. | ||
| View original record | RHC/HPS. X L139 Hs/FD.6/KW.20.2.34. Will you please have the Bosch foot switch supplied by the Garage fitted to 20-EX in place of the present Lucas type, which fouls the clutch cover. Hs/F.Dodd. | ||
| img125 | Improvements and testing of the R.R. Brake Stop Lamp Switch. | ||
| View original record | To R. C. to Sg. C. to Or. C. to By. C. to By/RD. 46039 Hs/Wst.14/KW.15.3.34. R.R. BRAKE STOP LAMP SWITCH. In our report Hs/Wst.6/KW.4.1.34, we referred to certain improvements which we considered were… | ||
| img126 | Illegible document with no visible text due to poor image quality. | ||
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| img127 | Standardisation of parts document for a Stop Lamp Switch. | ||
| View original record | 40/50 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. COMPLETED 10.4.34. Description of Parts. STOP LAMP SWITCH. Origin. To overcome troubles experienced with Butler switch. Report of Experimental Test. Ran 10,000 miles in… | ||
| img128 | Urgent request for a Bosch Foot Switch for fitting to an experimental Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | W/S - Hal Ha/Wst.10/KH. 4.5.34. Bosch Foot Switch: We urgently require one of these switches for fitting to an Experimental Bentley chassis. Would you kindly arrange for one to be sent by return post,… | ||
| img129 | Confirming the dispatch of a Bosch foot switch. | ||
| View original record | W Hs/Wst. at W. B A G. Hn1/I/7-5-34. BOSCH FOOT SWITCH. Hs/Wst10/KN. 4. 5. 34. We send you herewith a foot switch, as requested. Hy. | ||
| img130 | Of goods forwarded detailing a Bosch change-over switch for an experimental Bentley. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 425 S. (L30) (100 Bks.) (7)264 4/3(il)-D.H.& Co. ADVICE. ROLLS-ROYCE LTD. S(LH)G/F 4255 Lillie Hall, Seagrave Road, Fulham, LONDON, S.W.6. MEMO. OF GOODS FORWARDED Date 7/5/34 To W. We have this… | ||
| img131 | Internal order request for two single-pole knife switches from Sun Electrical Co. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.8/MA.18.5.34. Will you please order for us from the Sun Electrical Co., two single pole knife switches 30 amperes mounted on a slate base No.Y6002 in their catalogue. Order… | ||
| img132 | Request to arrange for a Bosch foot switch to be fitted to a new Bentley Chassis 5.B.IV. | ||
| View original record | 86139. W/S. Hn. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.20.6.34. Will you please arrange for a Bosch foot switch to be sent to us for fitting to the new Bentley Chassis 5.B.IV. Hs/Wst. | ||
| img133 | Foot control switch, originally made by Bosch and subsequently developed by Joseph Lucas Ltd. | ||
| View original record | To B. from ROY. c. to Her c. to Hs/Wst. WST 26139. ROYI/MG 14.7.34 Following our various conversations re a foot control Switch, originally made by the Bosch Company, Stuttgart, and since developed by… | ||
| img134 | Request to remove a starter switch from scheme 18.G.4 for examination and replace it with a standard switch. | ||
| View original record | L6129 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.18.7.34. STARTER SWITCH TO R.R.SCH.330. Will you please have the switch to the above scheme now fitted to 18.G.4, removed for examination and a standard switch… | ||
| img135 | Instruction to fit a double ignition coil arrangement to Bentley chassis 1.B.IV. | ||
| View original record | 8679 REC. From Ha/Wat. Ha/Wat.6/MA.20.7.34. BENTLEY CHASSIS 1.B.IV. Will you please arrange to fit to this chassis a double ignition coil arrangement on the wheelcase with L.T. changeable switch. One… | ||
| img136 | Standardisation of a starter motor main switch with finer gauge coil windings. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 20.7.34. 40/50 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 6.6.34. X No. 6080. Drawing No. D100208 Part List Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR MAIN SWITCH WITH FINER GAUGE COIL WINDINGS D.74174/5.… | ||
| img137 | Unreadable, heavily degraded document page with two punch holes on the left. | ||
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| img138 | Standardisation of a starter motor main switch with finer gauge coil windings D.74174/5. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 20.7.34 BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Description of Parts. STARTER MOTOR MAIN SWITCH WITH FINER GAUGE COIL WINDINGS D.74174/5. Origin. To reduce current consumption and operating noise.… | ||
| img139 | Test report on Lucas headlamp dip switches, type FS12. | ||
| View original record | -6139- E. From Ha/Wat. c. to By. Ha/Wat.5/MA.30.7.34. LUCAS HEADLAMP DIP SWITCHES TYPE FS12. In accordance with your request we have tested on the bench a pair of the above type dipper switches. These… | ||
| img140 | The design and testing of a new headlamp foot switch. | ||
| View original record | 6139 E. From Ha/Wst. By. Ha/Wst./MA.3.8.34. R.R. DESIGN OF HEADLAMP FOOT SWITCH. The first R.R. foot operated changeover switch for headlamp dipping has now been examined and tested on the bench. Our… | ||
| img141 | Report page on testing a switch's making and breaking capacity, with suggestions to modify the cam lobes for improved performance. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wat./3/MA.8.34. Cont'd. When tested for making and breaking capacity, some sparking at the contacts was observed, when breaking a circuit carrying 10 amperes at 14 volts. In view of the extent… | ||
| img142 | Request for six push-pull type Instrument Board Switches, with three required for model 30-EX and the rest as spares. | ||
| View original record | 26139. To Ev. from Hs/FD. Hs/FD.7/KW.23.8.34; Will you please have 6 push-pull type Instrument Board Switches sent to me; We shall require 3 for 30-EX, and as it is impossible to obtain this type… | ||
| img143 | Proposal for a new design of an electro-magnetic starter switch, intended to be more efficient and cheaper. | ||
| View original record | 8639 E. From Hs/Wat. Ha/Wat.10/MA.10.10.34. ELECTRO MAGNETIC STARTER SWITCH. I have long felt that the design of our starter switch is not efficient electro magnetically and I am sending you herewith… | ||
| img144 | Request for two sets of small parts to be made for an experimental dash light switch, from detail drawing EL32-40. | ||
| View original record | x6139 RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.1/MA.4.10.34. DASH LIGHT SWITCH. Will you please have two sets of small parts made up for us to detail drawings EL32-40. These are for an experimental dash light we wish… | ||
| img145 | Proposal for an Electro Magnetic Starter Switch and suggesting design improvements. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To DY/MD. from E. E.8/HP.16.10.34. c. Hs/Wst. Electro Magnetic Starter Switch. I am sending you herewith Hs/wst.10/MA.10.10.34, together with blueprint. Will you kindly let me have your views on… | ||
| img146 | Request to manufacture and assemble components for an Aero Battery Ignition Relay Switch for flight tests. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.29.11.34. AERO BATTERY IGNITION RELAY SWITCH. Will you please have made for us to enable us to complete a switch for flight tests, two off each of the attached small… | ||
| img147 | Request to standardize the foot switch and fit another to car 5.B.IV for a 10,000-mile test. | ||
| View original record | r 6139 RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.6/MA.1.1.35. HEADLAMP FOOT SWITCH ON 5.B.IV TO R.R.SCH.660. E. is anxious for the R.R. foot switch to be standardized as soon as possible and as we have only one of… | ||
| img148 | Letter to Currus Ltd discussing the suitability of different switches for dashboard mounting. | ||
| View original record | ~629 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Wst.13/KW. 10th January, 1935. Messrs. Currus Ltd, 204-206, Great Portland Street, London, W.1. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 9th inst., ref. HJ/WAC, we have examined… | ||
| img149 | Service instruction regarding the testing and recalibration of oil pressure gauges. | ||
| View original record | CIRCUIT SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS REF. E.D.H./J.T.P./ DATE 18.2.37 Handwritten: W.J.T. SUBJECT. OIL PRESSURE GAUGE. It is noticed that in a number of cases where cars come in to the Works for test, the oil… | ||
| img150 | Necessary parts for mounting a foot switch on a metal floor for a Bentley 3 & R.IV. | ||
| View original record | S.E./Int. γ6139 RT/HMH/W.15.1.35. R.R. Foot Switch on Metal Floor. J.L. Scheme 67A. We understand that on Bentley 3 & R.IV. the R.R. Foot Switch is to be mounted in conjunction with metal floor and,… | ||
| img151 | Request for a R.R. Foot Switch to LOP.DB695 for bench testing. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.3/MA.7.3.35. R.R. FOOT SWITCH TO LOP.DB695. Will you please arrange to supply us with one of these switches as soon as possible for bench tests we are to carry out. Ha/Wst. | ||
| img152 | Recommending drilling ventilation holes in the starter main switch to prevent corrosion. | ||
| View original record | E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. -6010. Hs/Wst.6/MA.17.4.35. STARTER MAIN SWITCH ON ALL CHASSIS. We have received complaints that condensation sometimes occurs inside this switch which causes a certain… | ||
| img153 | Specification for the production inspection and testing of the starter main switch unit. | ||
| View original record | STARTER MAIN SWITCH UNIT. SPECIFICATION OF PRODUCTION INSPECTION & TEST. USED ON 40/50; 20/25 AND BENTLEY. TO DRAWINGS:- General arrangement D.100208 Main coil arrangement D.74174 Resistance coil… | ||
| img154 | Test procedures for checking various gaps and performing electrical tests on a switch. | ||
| View original record | -2- (7) The various gaps should be checked over and confirmed to agree with the gaps and limits given on the sheet herewith. The table of gaps is made up on the assumption that the following gaps are… | ||
| img155 | Test procedures for an electrical switch, specifying contact pressure and voltage tolerance. | ||
| View original record | -3- should break reasonably sparklessly. (3) It should now be confirmed by means of a spring balance that the switch is definitely capable of holding on contact with a copper contact pressure of 2.0… | ||
| img156 | The gap tables for a main switch unit. | ||
| View original record | MAIN SWITCH UNIT GAP TABLES. Position of switch Air gap at core centre. Core to Armature stop. Copper gap (first blade to make). Carbon gap. Off .084 ±4 .090 +5 +2 .062 ±4 .025 +5 -0 Carbons just in… | ||
| img157 | Letter to Rotax Ltd. requesting particulars of solenoid relay starter and button switches for a new N.A.3.W motor. | ||
| View original record | ~6030 Hs/Tst.8/MA. 20th May, 1935. Messrs.Rotax, Ltd., Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10. Dear Sirs, Will you please send us as soon as possible particulars of any solenoid relay starter switches and… | ||
| img158 | Letter from Rotax Limited regarding prints and pricing for a Solenoid Switch and a Push Button Switch. | ||
| View original record | ROTAX LIMITED AVIATION DEPARTMENT WILLESDEN JUNCTION LONDON N W 10 TELEPHONE WILLESDEN 2480 (8 LINES) TELEGRAMS RODYNALITE PHONE LONDON DIRECTORS PETER F. BENNETT OLIVER LUCAS F. H. WALKER A. B.… | ||
| img159 | Trial for a silent zone switch, which transfers the horn's operation to the headlamps. | ||
| View original record | 479 RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.2/MA.9.7.35. SILENT ZONE SWITCH. We have received a sample relay switch which by means of a small changeover switch mounted on the instrument board can transfer the horn… | ||
| img160 | Request to order Rotax aero solenoid and push button starter switches. | ||
| View original record | C639 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.12.8.35. ROTAX AERO STARTER SWITCHES. Will you please order for us to order No.55160 3 aero solenoid starter switches type Z1095 and 3 push button switches to suit… | ||
| img161 | Request for six instrument board switches for fog lamp, windscreen wiper, and headlamp dip control. | ||
| View original record | -6139. HN. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.3/MA.20.8.35. Will you please arrange to let me have six small instrument board switches two engraved Fog lamp, two windscreen wiper and two for the headlamp dip… | ||
| img162 | Request to despatch an ignition relay switch to R.A.E. Farnborough on loan. | ||
| View original record | 6139. L/RP. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. Hs/Wst.5/MA.20.8.35. Will you please arrange to despatch to the R.A.E.Farnborough one ignition relay switch marked for the attention of Dr.G.E.Bairsto, our… | ||
| img163 | Letter regarding a sample aero battery ignition relay switch sent for radio interference testing. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Hs/Wat.4/HA. 20th August, 1935. Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, HANTS. Aero Battery ignition relay switch. Dear Sirs, As agreed at the discussion which took… | ||
| img164 | Correspondence regarding the supply of engraved switches for fog lamps, windscreen wipers, and headlamp dip control. | ||
| View original record | WST 16139 S/W. Hs/Wst. Asy5/EC.21.8.35. We have your HS/Wst3/MA.20.8.35. and have asked Messrs.Park Ward & Co. to send you two switches engraved "fog lamp" and two engraved "windscreen wiper." The… | ||
| img165 | Letter from a coachbuilder regarding the supply of instrument board switches. | ||
| View original record | 16139. PARK, WARD & CO LTD COACHBUILDERS OFFICIALLY APPOINTED RETAILERS OF ROLLS ROYCE CARS (SHOWROOMS - 40 CONDUIT STREET) 473 HIGH ROAD WILLESDEN LONDON N W 10 DIRECTORS: A. F. MCNEILL, W. M. PARK,… | ||
| img166 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding a Coil Ignition Scheme and Relay Switch test sample. | ||
| View original record | G.16/859. Y6139. When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number..... 111. TELEGRAMS: Ballooning, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 361 Aldershot. All Stores to be addressed:—… | ||
| img167 | Unsatisfactory material (Ubas instead of Swedish Iron) for an Ignition Relay Switch iron core. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.8/MA.10.9.35. IGNITION RELAY SWITCH. The iron core D.4342 of this switch has been made in Ubas instead of soft Swedish Iron as called for on the drawing. This Ubas material is… | ||
| img168 | Dispatch request for an electric starter push button switch for a Merlin engine to be sent to Hawkers, Brooklands. | ||
| View original record | x6139. G/MT. From Ha/Wat. c. to D/BP. Ha/Wat.4/MA.18.9.35. Please despatch to Messrs.Hawkers, Brooklands, one electric starter push button switch type N5CD. This is being supplied for use with the… | ||
| img169 | Letter to Hawkers Engineering Co. Ltd. regarding the exchange of a push button switch for a Merlin engine electric starter. | ||
| View original record | A6139 Ha/Wat.2/MA. 18th September, 1935. Messrs.Hawkers Engineering Co.Ltd., Brooklands Aerodrome, Byfleet, SURREY. Electric starter on Merlin engine. Dear Sirs, We sent you some time ago a solenoid… | ||
| img170 | Request for two new windings for an Aero Battery Ignition Relay Switch with updated specifications. | ||
| View original record | Ac139. RHC. From Ha/Wat. Ha/Wat.5/MA.19.9.35. AERO BATTERY IGNITION RELAY SWITCH. Will you please have two new windings wound up for us for the above as follows :- Shunt - wound with 34 S.W.G. instead… | ||
| img171 | Requesting the exchange of two Rotax push button switches for a different type with a recessed button. | ||
| View original record | 6139. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.9/MA.2.10.35. We are sending into the stores two Rotax push button switches which are new and unused. Will you please arrange to have these exchanged for a different… | ||
| img172 | Covering letter for the specification of production inspection and test for the new R.R. headlamp foot switch. | ||
| View original record | 76139. By. From Ha/Wst. c. to Sft/Mr.Brock. Ha/Wst.17/WA.2.10.35. We attach herewith specification of production inspection and test for the new R.R. headlamp foot switch. Ha/Wst. | ||
| img173 | Specification for the inspection, adjustment, and testing of a foot-operated headlamp switch. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION OF INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT, AND TEST OF R.R. FOOT OPERATED HEADLAMP SWITCH. (1) All parts subject to friction should be well greased :- (a) The surface that slides into the knob on… | ||
| img174 | Decision to sell the R.R. Headlamp Dipper Foot Switch as an optional extra for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | DX/AD BY/Wst Hs/Wst 6139 BY/Mtn33/N.9.10.35. Re: 20/25 HP. - R.R.Headlamp Dipper Foot Switch. Kindly note Sales Dept. have advised us that it has been decided not to include a foot switch in the… | ||
| img175 | Production of a Swedish iron core for an experimental aero relay switch. | ||
| View original record | RHC. From Hs/Wat. L6139. Hs/Wat.1/MA.12.10.35. AERO RELAY SWITCH. With reference to our Hs/Wat.8/MA.10.9.35., calling for a swedish iron core to be made for the above to D.4342 will you please have… | ||
| img176 | Sourcing of a Bosch Foot Switch for Bentley Chassis from Stuttgart and the testing of an alternative R-R. Foot Switch. | ||
| View original record | ST Hs. By- Exr- WST 86139 ROY/WS12/P.15.10.35. We would draw your attention to the fact that the Bosch Foot Switch DB.762 which we are at present purchasing for Bentley Chassis is manufactured at… | ||
| img177 | The introduction of an RR footswitch on the 'G' series Bentley chassis, replacing the Bosch switch. | ||
| View original record | 16139 BY/Cgh. 2/C.16.10.35. C. Es. WST BENTLEY CHASSIS - HEADLAMP FOOT SWITCH. With reference to ROY/MS.12/P.15.10.35. standardisation sheets have already been circulated in connection with the RR.… | ||
| img178 | Letter chasing the Royal Aircraft Establishment about testing a sample relay switch for a coil ignition scheme. | ||
| View original record | 56139 Ha/Wat.9/MA. 17th October, 1935. The Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, HANTS. Coil Ignition scheme - relay switch. Dear Sirs, Referring to your letter of the… | ||
| img179 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding a Coil Ignition System relay switch. | ||
| View original record | 3639. G.16/839. When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number... 111 TELEGRAMS: Ballooming, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 261 Aldershot. ROYAL AIRCRAFT ESTABLISHMENT, All… | ||
| img180 | Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment rescheduling a visit for a demonstration of an experimental coil-ignition relay switch. | ||
| View original record | dr139 Ha/Tst.7/M. 21st October, 1935. The Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, HANTS. For the attention of Dr.G.E.Bairsto. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of… | ||
| img181 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment confirming a rescheduled visit for Mr. West. | ||
| View original record | G.18/859. 86139. When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number 111. TELEGRAMS: 'Ballooning, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 361 Aldershot. ROYAL AIRCRAFT ESTABLISHMENT, All… | ||
| img182 | Design improvements and material issues for an Aero Battery Ignition Automatic Relay Switch. | ||
| View original record | WST 16139 Hs/Wst. from E. c. Sg. Wor. Hs. By. Db.Lr. Hs/Wd. BY/RDs E.2/HP.25.10.35. Aero Battery Ignition Automatic Relay Switch to RR.864. Referring to Hs/Wst.S/MA.14.10.35, it is a pity that it was… | ||
| img183 | Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding the redesign of an ignition relay switch to avoid radio interference. | ||
| View original record | 56139 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 4th November, 1935. The Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, HANTS. For the attention of Dr. Bairsto. Dear Sir, With reference to the undersigned's… | ||
| img184 | Radio interference from an ignition relay switch and a proposed redesigned layout. | ||
| View original record | 6139 E. From Hs/Wat. C. to Wor. Hs/Wat.8/MA.4.11.35. Re. IGNITION RELAY SWITCH. During my visit to the R.A.E. on Monday last Dr. Bairsto demonstrated some tests which they had been carrying out on our… | ||
| img185 | Relay Switch sent to Messrs. J. Lucas Limited for repairs and modification. | ||
| View original record | WST L139. c. to Hs/Wst. ROY/MS.2/WS. 13th Nov. 1935. Please despatch carriage paid to:- Messrs. J. Lucas Limited., Great King Street, Birmingham. 1. Relay Switch - which we are forwarding for repairs… | ||
| img186 | Letter to De Havilland Aircraft Co. Ltd. inquiring about the necessity of a battery master switch. | ||
| View original record | slc139 Hs/Wat.13/MA. 13th November, 1935. The De Havilland Aircraft Co.Ltd., Hatfield Aerodrome, HERTS. Dear Sirs, We should esteem it a favour if you could inform us whether you have found it… | ||
| img187 | Letter to Imperial Airways Ltd. about the necessity of using a battery master switch on their machines. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Hs/Wat.15/MA. 13th November, 1935. Imperial Airways, Ltd., Victoria Station, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, We should esteem it a favour if you could inform us whether you have found it necessary to… | ||
| img188 | Letter from De Havilland's Chief Designer regarding the potential future necessity of a battery master switch on aircraft. | ||
| View original record | 46139 ALL LETTERS SHOULD BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS. THE DE HAVILLAND AIRCRAFT CO. LTD. DIRECTORS: A.S. BUTLER, CHAIRMAN G. DE HAVILLAND C.C. WALKER F.T. HEARLE T.P. MILLS W.E.… | ||
| img189 | Attached diagrams for booster coil clips and the position of the booster coil and relay switch for a Horsley Aircraft. | ||
| View original record | 6139 RHC. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.2/MA.18.11.35. HORSLEY AIRCRAFT. We attach herewith drgs EL.232, 233, 234 giving details of the Booster coil clips required for the above. Also drgs. EL.235 shewing… | ||
| img190 | Letter from Rotax Limited regarding master battery switches and associated outline drawings for civil aircraft. | ||
| View original record | ROTAX LIMITED AVIATION DEPARTMENT WILLESDEN JUNCTION LONDON N·W·10 TELEPHONE: WILLESDEN 2480 (PTE BTE EX) TELEGRAMS: RODYNALITE PHONE LONDON DIRECTORS PETER F. BENNETT·OLIVER LUCAS F.C.H. WALKER. A.G.… | ||
| img191 | Letter to Messrs. Rotax Ltd. regarding a requested modification to a push button switch for electric starters. | ||
| View original record | 56139. Ha/Wat./YMA. 13th September, 1935. Messrs.Rotax, Ltd., Aviation Dept., Willesden Junction, London, N.W.10. Push Button Switches for Electric Starters. Dear Sir, With reference to the type N5CD… | ||
| img192 | Letter from British Thomson-Houston Company regarding a proposed solenoid switch design and drawing CX.70588. | ||
| View original record | 86139 THE BRITISH THOMSON-HOUSTON COMPANY LTD ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS AND MANUFACTURERS. SUBSIDIARY OF ASSOCIATED ELECTRICAL INDUSTRIES, LIMITED. REGISTERED OFFICE: CROWN HOUSE, ALDWYCH, LONDON. W.C.2… | ||
| img193 | Acknowledgment of order for master battery switch samples for approval from Rotax Limited. | ||
| View original record | CODES: A.B.C. 5TH & 6TH EDITIONS & BENTLEY 1ST & 2ND 76139. ROTAX LIMITED No. R 4319 LUCAS AIRCRAFT AND CAR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT STARTERS & GENERATORS BATTERIES ROTAX WORKS WILLESDEN JUNCTION LONDON,… | ||
| img194 | The Conditions of Sale for goods. | ||
| View original record | Conditions of Sale PACKING. Unless otherwise specified, all packing cases, etc., must be returned to our Works at your expense and in good condition within one month of receipt, otherwise they will be… | ||
| img195 | Letter from Imperial Airways advising that they do not use a battery master switch on their aircraft. | ||
| View original record | IMPERIAL AIRWAYS LTD. TELEGRAMS: IMPAIRLIM, LONDON. TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 2211. AIRWAY TERMINUS, VICTORIA STATION, LONDON, S.W.1. 86139 C.S. HLH/LGW/24323. 18th November, 1935. Messrs. Rolls-Royce… | ||
| img196 | Request to order two N5DH battery master switches for aircraft from Messrs. Rotax, Ltd. | ||
| View original record | -L6139. Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.5/MA.19.11.35. Will you please order for us as quickly as possible from Messrs.Rotax, Ltd., two N5DH battery master switches for aircraft. Order No.54200. Ha/Wst. | ||
| img197 | Internal order for a 24-volt B.T.H. Solenoid starter switch for Merlin installation test purposes. | ||
| View original record | 6139. Roy. From Ha/Wst. Ha/Wst.1/MA.20.11.35. Please order for us for test purposes in connection with Merlin installation one 24 volt B.T.H. Solenoid starter switch No.CX/0588. Order No.54001.… | ||
| img198 | Description of the operation of a push-button combination switch for controlling two circuits, used for aircraft engine starting. | ||
| View original record | /6139. SWITCH CX.70608 This switch is of the push button type and is designed for controlling two circuits, each circuit separately or both together and with the operating knobs protected against… | ||
| img199 | The modification of Lucas W.T. horn relay switch units for loud operation. | ||
| View original record | L6139. Roy. From Hs/Wat. c. to G/WT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wat.10/HA.4.12.35. LUCAS W.T. HORN RELAY SWITCH UNITS. We are sending into the stores 4 of the above units. Will you please arrange for these to be… | ||
| img200 | Internal request to order two magneto earthing switches from Messrs. Bonnella for the Merlin Horsley at Hucknall. | ||
| View original record | -/6139 Roy. From Hs/Wat. Hs/Wat.12/MA.24.12.35. MERLIN HORSLEY AT HUCKNALL. Please order for us from Messrs.Bonnella 2 magneto earthing switches type 5C/548. Order No.54200. Hs/Wat. | ||
| img201 | Order for a D.P. magneto switch, A.M. type Ec/548, for use on J6811 to replace an existing switch. | ||
| View original record | Ha/Dor.(Hucknall) 84139 Hs/Wst.2/MA.30.12.35. We have ordered a D.P. magneto switch, A.M. type Ec/548 (ason the "Demon"), for use on J6811 instead of the existing switch. This switch should be to hand… | ||
| img202 | Internal order request for solenoid and push button switches for Merlin E engines. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Ha/Wat. C139. Ha/Wat.6/MA.10.1.36. MERLIN E ENGINES. Will you please order for us to order No.55245 from Messrs.Rotax, Ltd., - 5 solenoid relay switches type N5CP. 5 push button switches… | ||
| img203 | Request to order two No.54105 two-way headlamp switches from Lucas Ltd, to be engraved 'Town and Country' for use with wind tone horns. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Ha/Wst. C.39. Ha/Wst.1/MA.21.1.36. Will you please order for us No.54105 two headlamp two-way switches from Messrs.Lucas Ltd. We require these switches for use as two-way switches in… | ||
| img204 | Request for two headlamp changeover switches with engraved instructions for cars in the Experimental Department. | ||
| View original record | - L.39. Hn. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/WA.24.1.30. Will you kindly arrange to supply us with two headlamp changeover switches, complete with engraved instructions. These are required for cars being built… | ||
| img205 | Standardisation of a headlamp dipper foot switch. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 30.1.36. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Description of Parts: R.R. HEADLAMP DIPPER FOOT SWITCH. Origin: To supersede unsatisfactory Lucas design and obviate use of German switch. Report… | ||
| img206 | Cost estimation for extra jigs, tools, and equipment, with a cost comparison between an old and new part. | ||
| View original record | Est. cost of extra jigs, tools and equipment (Sft/Ws.19.11.35) £7.10.0. Could be brought on to production at 1st chassis in "H" series ( Sft/GH.19.11.35) without scrap. Material Labour Charges Total… | ||
| img208 | Unreadable, dark document with two punch holes on the right. | ||
| View original record | Undecipherable | ||
| img209 | Quotation from Rotax Limited for a sample N.S.F.Q. Push Switch. | ||
| View original record | QUOTATION r6139. QA 1237 ROTAX LIMITED AVIATION DEPARTMENT WILLESDEN JUNCTION LONDON N·W·10 TELEPHONE WILLESDEN 2480 (Private Exch) TELEGRAMS RODYNALITE PHONE LONDON DIRECTORS: PETER F. BENNETT,… | ||
| img210 | Letter from Rotax Limited detailing the delivery status for Switches, Carbon Brushes, Springs, Spanners, Magnetos, and Motors. | ||
| View original record | Rotax LIMITED AVIATION DEPARTMENT WILLESDEN JUNCTION LONDON N.W.10 TELEPHONE WILLESDEN 2480 (Private Bch. Exch.) TELEGRAMS: RODYNALITE PHONE LONDON DIRECTORS: PETER F. BENNETT, OLIVER LUCAS, F.H.… | ||
| img211 | Request to rewind the shunt coil on an Aero-Battery ignition changeover switch with a larger gauge wire. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 16139. HS/CAP.3/JH.16.3.36. Changeover Switch for Aero-Battery ignition. Our tests on the above switch, indicate that the shunt winding needs to be wound with a larger gauge of wire. Will you,… | ||
| img212 | Requesting an order for Lucas wind-horn changeover switches for a Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | L6139 To Hoy. Hs/Wst.4/JH.25.3.36. LUCAS WIND-HORN CHANGEOVER SWITCHES. In connection with the scheme for fitting Wind Tone horns on the Bentley car, will you please order from the Lucas Co :- 3 Wind… | ||
| img213 | Arranging the dispatch of an experimental ignition relay switch for testing at R.A.E. South Farnborough. | ||
| View original record | To D/BF. c. to W T. +6139 HS/Wst.2/JH.28.3.36. Will you please arrange to despatch to the R.A.E. South Farnborough, marked for the attention of Dr. C.E. Hairs to, one experimental ignition relay… | ||
| img214 | Letter confirming the dispatch of a redesigned ignition changeover switch for R.T. interference testing. | ||
| View original record | r 6139 HS/Wst.1/JH. 26th March, 1936. The Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough. For the attention of Dr. Bairsto. Dear Sirs, Confirming out telephone conversation, we… | ||
| img215 | Internal request to order one BTH solenoid aero starter motor switch for 12-volt operation. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Roy. HS/Wst.1/JH.1.4.36. No. 55241. Will you please order for us to order 1 BTH, Solenoid aero starter motor switch as arranged with them, for 12 volt operation. HS/Wst. | ||
| img216 | Specifying the wire to be used for windings on two remaining battery ignition changeover switches. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To RHC. Hs/Wst.12/JH.1.4.36. re Battery Ignition Changeover switched RR scheme 895. With reference to our Hs/Wst. 2/MA. 8.1.36, Will you please arrange for the shunt windings, on the two… | ||
| img217 | Request to build a test Foot Switch with a stronger spring and new toggle arm to achieve a better snap action. | ||
| View original record | PHO. c. Hs/Wst. WST BY/RDL/W.8.4.36. 86133. ALL CHASSIS. R.R.Foot Switch, R.R.Sch.920. In order to obtain a better snap action, would you please have one Foot Switch to L.O.P. DB.1121, built up with… | ||
| img218 | Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment requesting news on the results of their tests. | ||
| View original record | 26139. HS/Wst.7/JH. 15th April, 1936. The Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, Hants. For the attention of Dr. G. P. Bairsto. Dear Sirs, With reference to our letter… | ||
| img219 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding tests on a switch. | ||
| View original record | G.16/808. 26139 When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number... 111. TELEGRAMS: Ballooning, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 361 Aldershot. All Stores to be addressed:-… | ||
| img220 | Letter arranging the supply of six push and pull switches without engraving from the Motor Roof Lamp Co. | ||
| View original record | WST Hs/Wst. xL139. LE17/C/15.5.36 With reference to our telephone conversation this afternoon, I have arranged for the Motor Roof Lamp Co. to send you six push and pull switches without engraving.… | ||
| img221 | Order for 6 plain RR pull and push switches to be sent to Lillie Hall. | ||
| View original record | L6139. To Roy. Hs/Wst.9/JH.16.5.36. Will you please send an order to the Motor Roof Lamp Co., 609, Lordship Lane, Wood Green, London,N.22. for :- 6 plain RR. pull and push switches sent to us by them… | ||
| img222 | Request for the return of a sample change-over relay switch being tested for radio interference. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Hs/Wst.3/JH, 23rd May, 1936. The Chief Superintendent, Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, Hants. For the attention of Dr. A.E. Bairsto. Dear Sirs, Will you please arrange to return… | ||
| img223 | Letter from the Royal Aircraft Establishment regarding radio interference tests on coil ignition relay switches. | ||
| View original record | G.18/839. 6139. When Telephoning with regard to this letter please ask for Extension Number 111 TELEGRAMS: Ballooning, South Farnborough. TELEPHONE: 361 Aldershot. All Stores to be addressed:- R.A.E.… | ||
| img224 | List of parts required to complete changeover switches for aero battery ignition. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. HS/Wst.1/JH. 5.6.36. The following parts are required to complete the four changeover switches for aero battery ignition which have been made. These parts are necessitated due to alterations… | ||
| img225 | Letter to the Royal Aircraft Establishment requesting a sketch of a proposed modification to an ignition changeover relay switch. | ||
| View original record | U39 Hs/Wst.18/JH. 13th June, 1936. The Royal Aircraft Establishment, South Farnborough, Hants. For the attention fo Dr. G.E. Bairsto. Dear Sirs, We should be much obliged if you will send us a sketch… | ||
| img226 | Internal order request for B.T.H. solenoid relay switches for Merlin F engines, which was later cancelled. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to RHO/JEP. c. to C/Rb. 6139 Hs/Wst.Bl/WJ.13.6.36. MERLIN F ENGINES. B.T.H. SWITCHES. Please order for us to Order No.55245 16 BTH. Type C-4 12 Volt solenoid relay switches.… | ||
| img227 | Ordering 20 Rotax push button switches for Merlin F engines. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. From Hs/Wst. 6139. Hs/Wst.12/MJ.13.6.36. ROTAX PUSH BUTTON SWITCHES. Please order for us for Merlin F. engines to Order No.58248 - 20 Rotax Type N.5.OD. Push switches. Hs/H.E.West. Received | ||
| img228 | The return of four 24 Volt Rotax solenoid relay switches for conversion to 12 Volt. | ||
| View original record | Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/EP. +6139 Hs/Wst.9/MJ.13.6.36. ROTAX SOLENOID SWITCHES. We are sending into the Stores 4 Type N5FD, 24 Volt Solenoid Relay switches. Will you please have these… | ||
| img229 | Letter to British Thomson Houston Co. Ltd. requesting production of a type Phantom I starter switch for examination and testing. | ||
| View original record | 86139 Ha/Wst.2/MA. 13th June, 1936. Messrs.British Thomson Houston Co.Ltd., Alma Street, COVENTRY. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 12th instant we have examined your drawing No.Cx.75001… | ||
| img230 | Rejecting the proposal to change the Phantom III Horn Push Button Switch from a chromium finish to black bakelite. | ||
| View original record | x 6139. c. Hs/Wst. BY/Cgh.9/W.10.7.36. "Phantom III" : Horn Push Button Switch. With reference to the proposal to make the above in black bakelite, please note that Sales have considered this and do… | ||
| img231 | Internal request to obtain a Buick accelerator switch and Delco Remy Electric parts. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. r6139. Hs/Wst.10/JH, 29.7.36. Will you please obtain for us from Messrs. Lendrum & Hartman Ltd., Buick House Albemarle Street, London, W.1. One Buick accelerator switch, 60-80-90, model 1601,… | ||
| img232 | Despatch of a starter relay switch for the Hawker P.4/34 aircraft. | ||
| View original record | X6139 To - Hs/Wst. Dor/Hny.6/WJ.29.8.36. c.c. to RHC. c.c. to RHC/E.M. c.c. to D/DP. STARTER RELAY SWITCH FOR HAWKER P.4/34. Confirming phone conversation, Messrs. Hawker have not yet received the… | ||
| img233 | Adoption of a new push and pull switch for the starter motor and booster coil, replacing an unsatisfactory tumbler switch. | ||
| View original record | To Dor. (Hucknall). c. to RMC/EM. c. to A.I.D. 6139. Hs/Wst/3/Jm. 12.9.36. It has been suggested that we should adopt a similar scheme on S.1436 for switching the starter motor and booster coil as… | ||
| img234 | Confirming the cancellation of starter relay switches for Merlin engined aircraft. | ||
| View original record | 86139 Dor/Hny.4/MH. 14.9.36. To Dv/Elb, and Hs/Wst. c. to Dv/HD. Hs/Bone. c. to Dv/Dr. Hs. c. to Dv/Ldn. Wst. STARTER RELAY SWITCHES FOR MERLIN ENGINED AIRCRAFT. Db/Elb.6/PH. 18.8.36. As stated in our… | ||
| img235 | Cancellation of an order for starter relay switches for Merlin engined aircraft. | ||
| View original record | 86139 To Hs/Hath. and Hs/Wst. c. to Messrs. Hawkers. c. to D/BD. Hce c. to D/L. RFWy Dor/Hny.4/MH. 14.9.36. STARTER RELAY SWITCHES FOR MERLIN ENGINED AIRCRAFT. DB/Blb.6/PH. 18.8.36. As stated in our… | ||
| img236 | Return of 20 Rotax push-button switches for the first Merlin engines. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. -6139 Hs/Wst.1/JH.19.9.36. Rotax Push Button Switches Type N.5.C.D. We have had supplied to us against our order, 20 Rotax switches type N.5.C.D. in connection with the production of the first… | ||
| img237 | Instruction to return 20 N.S.C.D. switches to Messrs Rotax Ltd for credit. | ||
| View original record | c.Hs/Wst. ~6139~ Roy/Rts.4/HT.29.9.36. Please return to Messrs Rotax Ltd., Willesden Junction, London. N.W.10. for credit:- 20. Switches. N.S.C.D. These should be sent forward carriage paid. ROY… | ||
| img238 | New parts required for the Phantom III Type Switchbox on the 25/30 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. WST r6139 BY/RD. 3/B. 10.6.36. 25/30 H.P. CHASSIS. Phantom III Type Switchbox. RR. Sch. 939. In order to use this new design for all Switchboxes on the 25/30 H.P. Chassis, the following new… | ||
| img239 | To Roy requesting an order for two B.T.H. combined aero booster coils and starter motor switches. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Roy. Hs/Wst.K/JH.4.9.36; Please order for us to Order No.55336.R. 2 B.T.H. Combined Aero Booster Coil and Starter motor push-pull switches. similar to the one they have already supplied to us.… | ||
| img240 | Letter from the Air Ministry discussing the safety and necessity of a master switch for forced landing relay circuits. | ||
| View original record | Tel. No. HOLBORN 3434. Any communications on the subject of this letter should be addressed to:- THE SECRETARY, AIR MINISTRY, ADASTRAL HOUSE, KINGSWAY, LONDON, W.C.2. and the following number quoted… | ||
| img241 | Responding to a suggestion about fitting switches to aeroplane electrical systems to prevent accidental starts. | ||
| View original record | It is considered that (a) fire risks are negligible, (b) an accidental start can be avoided by fitting a switch in the push switch circuit, and (c) the practice of removing the accumulator should be… | ||
| img242 | Sales letter from Burgess Products Company Ltd regarding a switch operated by .001 inch movement. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONES: 141/2 EARL SHILTON TELEGRAMS: BURDUCTO, BARWELL STATION: HINCKLEY, L.M.S BURGESS PRODUCTS COMPANY LTD DIRECTORS: E.J.L. HALL, P.E. & R.G. COTTON ELECTRICAL & ACOUSTICAL ENGINEERS &… | ||
| img243 | Advertisement for the Burgess Micro Switch, detailing its features and specifications. | ||
| View original record | BURGESS MICRO SWITCH A Compact Line Voltage Switch that will control a 1/2 hp motor at 110 to 460 volts a. c. with a button travel of only 1/1000 inch and a 4 oz pressure differential . . . Here is a… | ||
| img244 | Datasheet describing the mechanical features of the Burgess Micro Switch. | ||
| View original record | Mechanical Features of the Burgess Micro Switch 1/1000 Inch Button Movement The Burgess Micro Switch operates with a snap action when the actuating plunger is depressed to a given point and returns… | ||
| img245 | The electrical characteristics of the Burgess Micro Switch. | ||
| View original record | BURGESS MICRO SWITCH Electrical Characteristics of the Micro Switch Alternating Current — The rapid snap action of the contacts, the generous use of silver in both contacts to dissipate heat, and the… | ||
| img246 | Product data sheet for the Burgess Micro Switch, detailing its applications, operation, and specifications. | ||
| View original record | Four typical Micro Switch applications: (1) Auto-call warning signal; (2) G-M Laboratories Type E relay; (3) United American Bosch humidistat; and (4) electrical temperature control. BURGESS MICRO… | ||
| img247 | Notification about the blueprint for a footswitch used with Marchal Headlamps. | ||
| View original record | To R.I.C. c. Hs/Wst. 86139. BY/RD.2/B.21.10.36. Please receive herewith blue print of RR.Sch.998. This scheme shows the Footswitch for use with Marchal Headlamps, and is used on all chassis. BY/RD | ||
| img248 | Fatigue failure of a foot switch return spring and recommending a replacement. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wst. r6139. BY/RD.2/B.28.10.36. FOOT SWITCH. Referring to the failure of the Return Spring DB.811 on the Foot Switch, the failure is a fatigue failure, and we are of the opinion that the high… | ||
| img249 | More economical modified design for the instrument board light dimmer switch resistance unit. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Wst. 86139. BY/RD.3/B.2.11.36. Dimmer Switch : Instrument Board Lights. We hand you herewith blue print of RR.Sch.1007. This scheme shows the modified design of resistance unit which we think… | ||
| img250 | Instruction request for modifications to the assembly of a foot switch. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. 16139 Rm/Wat.7/JH.3.11.36. Will you please issue instructions for the assembly of one foot switch to LOP.D.5482b. with the following modifications :- DB.1242 Brush support R.H. DB.1243 " "… | ||
| img251 | Parts list for a new petrol pump switch to be fitted on the instrument board for all chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST PLEASE URGE c. Rm/Wst. 6139 BY/RD.1/B.7.11.36. PETROL PUMP SWITCH - RR.Sch.1012 : ALL CHASSIS. In order to provide a switch on the instrument board which enables the driver to check that both… | ||
| img252 | Request to fit instrument board dimmer switches to chassis 35EX and 37EX. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To H.S. from Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/Wst.14/AP.12.11.36. Will you please arrange to fit to chassis 35EX. and 37.EX. now in the Shop, instrument board dimmer switches to RR.Sch.1007, which you… | ||
| img253 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited concerning a sample 2-Way Push type switch. | ||
| View original record | HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST., BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, WAR OFFICE, AIR MINISTRY, INDIA OFFICE, G.P.O. AND LEADING RAILWAYS. JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM… | ||
| img254 | Parts list for a foot switch applicable to all chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Wst. WST 6139 BY/RD.1/B.3.11.35. FOOT SWITCH : ALL CHASSIS. - RR.Sch.998. We hand you herewith, blue prints of details made from the above scheme, which have been designed to provide separate… | ||
| img255 | The urgent fitting of new parts to all cars currently in production. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.1/B.7.11.36. Cont'd. These parts are very urgent, as this switch is to be fitted to all cars on Production, forthwith, and we shall be issuing the parts for Production in parallel with the… | ||
| img256 | Listing sub-assemblies and requesting an experimental trial for a switch. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.1/B.3.11.36(Cont'd. D.75764. ) D.75765. ) D.75766. ) Sub - D.75767. ) Assemblies. D.75768. ) D.75769. ) All other parts called for on the L.O.P. are standard Production pieces. * Extra blue… | ||
| img257 | Instruction to fit stiffener plates to the starter main switches on all Experimental cars as they come into the shop. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To HPS. from Rm/Wst. c. to Rm/FD. Rm/Wst.8/AP30.11.36 STARTER MAIN SWITCHES. Will you please arrange to fit stiffener plates to D.75813, to the starter main switches on all Experimental cars as… | ||
| img258 | Tooling, cost reduction, and design of a petrol pump switch following a meeting with Messrs. Lucas. | ||
| View original record | To-Hox or.Bar rv-Hox c. Rm. or Rm/Est. 6139 WST BY/RD.3/B.4.12.36. PETROL PUMP SWITCH. The petrol pump switch was fully discussed with Messrs. Lucas yesterday, and in conjunction with their Drawing… | ||
| img259 | Request to allocate 20 petrol pump switches from a larger order for use on experimental cars. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Roy/Ms. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.5/AP.9.12.36. PETROL PUMP SWITCH Of the 2600 switches you are ordering, will you please allocate 20 for use on Experimental cars. Rm/Wst. | ||
| img260 | Request to fit an instrument dimmer switch to Sg's car while it is in the shop. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To HPS. Rm/Wst.6/JH.10.12.36. Re Sg's. Car. Will you please have an instrument dimmer switch to R.R.Sch. 1007 fitted to Sg's. car while it is in the shop. Rm/Wst. | ||
| img261 | Delaying the fitment of an unsatisfactory foot switch for Chassis 6.B.IV and 35-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Rm/Wst. 86139. Rm/Wst.2/AP.17.12.36. Will you please note that owing to the unsatisfactory nature of the foot switch asked to be fitted to Chassis 6.B.IV. and 35-EX. will you please… | ||
| img262 | Production specification for the inspection and testing of a starter main switch. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/Wst. c. to RHC/EJB. 6139. Rm/Wst.9/AP.30.11.36. Production Specification of Inspection and Test for Starter Main Switch. We are sending you herewith specification No.ELC5/b. for the… | ||
| img263 | Production inspection and test specification for a starter main switch unit. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION NO. ELC.5/B 30.11.36. STARTER MAIN SWITCH UNIT SPECIFICATION OF PRODUCTION INSPECTION & TEST USED ON PHANTOM III, 25/30 HP. AND BENTLEY TO DRAWINGS:- General arrangement D.100208 Main… | ||
| img264 | Procedure for checking various gaps and conducting electrical tests on a switch unit. | ||
| View original record | -2- support when the former is fully depressed to the armature stop. (7) The various gaps should be checked over and confirmed to agree with the gaps and limits given on the sheet herewith. The table… | ||
| img265 | Testing procedures for a switch, specifying contact pressure and voltage tolerance tests. | ||
| View original record | -3- by means of a spring balance that the switch is definitely capable of holding on contact with this current flowing, with a copper contact pressure of at least 2.0 lbs.wt. This should be measured… | ||
| img266 | Table of gap measurements for a main switch unit in various positions. | ||
| View original record | -4- MAIN SWITCH UNIT GAP TABLES. Position of switch Air gap at core centre. Core to Armature stop. Copper gap (First blade to make) Carbon Gap. Off .084 +4 -1 .090 +2 -5 .062 +4 .025 +5 Carbons just… | ||
| img267 | Inspection and testing report on a new footswitch, detailing required modifications. | ||
| View original record | ~J.139.~ To E. c. to By. Rm/Wst.7/JH.24.12.36. Inspection and tests of New Footswitch to R.R. Sch.998. This switch requires modification in several details before it can be subjected to further tests.… | ||
| img268 | The despatch of an Ignition Change over Switch for testing purposes. | ||
| View original record | from HFS/AM. c.c. Lr/Wst. r 6139. HFS/AM.2/WFC.29.12.36. In accordance with instructions, ref. Lr/Wst.3/AP.22.12.36, we are sending into the Despatch Stores :- 1 - Ignition Change over Switch No.… | ||
| img269 | Request to fit an instrument dimmer switch, a fog lamp, and a petrol pump switch to chassis 39-EX. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. 6139 Rm/Wst.2/JH.1.1.37. Re Chassis 39-EX. Will you please arrange to fit to this chassis :- (a) Instrument dimmer switch. (b) Lucas FT.57 fog lamp. (c) Lucas Petrol Pump switch. Rm/Wst. | ||
| img270 | Instructions for fitting a new type of foot switch to the Wraith II chassis. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/Wst. 6139 BY/RD.3/B.22.1.37. WRAITH II : FOOT SWITCH : RR.Sch.998. Will you please arrange to fit a Foot Switch on the Wraith chassis in accordance with LOP. DW.180, which consists of the Foot… | ||
| img271 | Requesting the modification and refitting of three dimmer switches on cars 35 Ex and 39 Ex. | ||
| View original record | 6139 HPS from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst9/M.15.2.37. Dimmer Switch; R.R. Sch.1007. The three switches, built to the above scheme, and at present fitted on cars 35 Ex and 39 Ex and Sg's car are now to be modified.… | ||
| img272 | Complaint about a serious failure of the foot switch on chassis 36-EX, requesting its removal for examination. | ||
| View original record | File 6139. To HPS. from Rm/Wst. c. to CAP. Rm/Wst.4/AP.22.2.37. FOOT SWITCH ON CHASSIS 36-EX. We have received a complaint from E. concerning a serious failure of the foot switch on 36-EX. As it is… | ||
| img273 | The development and standardization of a new chassis foot switch for international regulations. | ||
| View original record | Rm/Wst. 6139 C.c. Hcy By. De. E/Lid.4/HP.3.3.37. re Chassis Foot Switch. The present position with regard to chassis foot switches was raised at the chassis conference yesterday. We are at the moment… | ||
| img274 | Testing, sourcing, and design issues of a chassis foot switch. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To E/Lid. o. to Hs. o. to By. o. to Da. RM/Wst.2/AP.4.3.37. RE: CHASSIS FOOT SWITCH. Replying to your 1/Lid.4/HP.3.3.37, the foot switches referred to in your 3rd. paragraph to ER.Sch.998 are at… | ||
| img275 | Refuting claims that a chassis foot switch failed due to a lack of lubrication. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To B/Lia c. Rm. BY.1/B.6.3.37. RE: CHASSIS FOOT SWITCH. We cannot agree with the remarks in Rm/Wst.2/AP. 4.3.37., re the failure of a foot switch due to lack of lubrication. This design of foot… | ||
| img276 | Factory costs for a footswitch and a petrol pump switch. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Mr. West. from G/Rb. 6139. G/Hb.10/K/72/C8337. Footswitch Section 8400. --------------------- Petrol Pump Switch. In reply to your verbal request for costs of footswitch and petrol Pump Switch,… | ||
| img277 | Request for a set of parts for the Foot Switch on a 'Phantom III' Chassis. | ||
| View original record | To ~~H.P.C.~~ c. ~~Rm/Wst.~~ ~~c. RHG~~ 6139. BY/RD.2/B.9.3.37. FOOT SWITCH : "PHANTOM III" CHASSIS. Will you please put in hand, a set of parts for the Foot Switch, comprising :- DB.1350 - Push Rod.… | ||
| img278 | Comparative costs of petrol pump switches and foot switches from an external supplier versus in-house designs. | ||
| View original record | 6139 -tve To Hs. from Rm/wst. Rm/wst.10/AP.9.3.37. COST OF SWITCHES. Regarding your queries, the petrol pump switch we are now buying from Messrs. Lucas costs us 1/10d.each. and this price remains… | ||
| img279 | Letter to J. Lucas Ltd. requesting up-to-date footswitches and outline drawings. | ||
| View original record | 6139. RM/Wst.20/JH. 8th April, 1937. Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, Birmingham. Re RS.22/N footswitches. Dear Sirs, Confirming telephone conversation with Mr. L.G.Toulmin we should be glad… | ||
| img280 | Testing and standardizing a new Lucas headlamp foot switch for all chassis. | ||
| View original record | To ER. J.c. to HY/RD. 7/- 6139 Rm/Wst.18/JH.8.4.37. Re Headlamp foot switch for all chassis. We have now completed satisfactorily a bench test consisting of 100,000 operations on a new Lucas… | ||
| img281 | Internal request for the address of the supplier of small instrument board switches. | ||
| View original record | 6139 W/S. To Hn. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.1/AP.9.4.37 Will you please let me know the address of the firm who supplies the small instrument board switches (push-pull type) on our chassis. Rm/wst. | ||
| img282 | Phantom III lighting, specifically requesting a copy of instructions for coachbuilders and a look at a proposed switch. | ||
| View original record | 6139 HP/RD. c. Rm/Wst. Da.1/HP.9.4.37. Phantom III Lighting. Referring to Sg.11/E.7.4.37, I expect you are dealing with the instructions to coachbuilders required to effect this. Would you send me a… | ||
| img283 | Identifying the supplier of push-pull instrument board switches. | ||
| View original record | S/W. WJT 6139 Htn.15/EC.10.4.37. In reply to your memo RM/Wst1/AP.9.4.37, the push pull instrument board switches referred to are supplied by The Motor Roof Lamp Co., 608, Lordship Lane, Wood Green,… | ||
| img284 | Footswitches, attaching a drawing and sample, and discussing a protective rubber sleeve. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Da. c. to by/RD. Rm/wst.9/JH.12.4.37. Re Footswitches. We attach herewith drawing ENS.999 referred to in our Rm/wst.18/JH.8.4.36. Also a sample switch. Messrs. Lucas can arrange to supply a… | ||
| img285 | Cost-saving modifications to the Phantom III main starter switch. | ||
| View original record | from HPS. c. to Rm/Wst. HPS.2/VS.15.4.37. PHANTOM III MAIN STARTER SWITCH. We are sending herewith for your examination a Phantom III main starter switch which T. Tooby has modified with a view to… | ||
| img286 | Technical note on a simplified design for a switch with solid copper contacts for aircraft use. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - HPS.2/VS.15.4.37. aircraft use, are designed around solid copper contacts of an even simpler nature than those in the modified switch, there is, therefore, every reason to believe that the… | ||
| img287 | Requesting an opportunity to inspect and test a starter motor main relay switch. | ||
| View original record | 6139 RHC. from Rm/Wst. c. HPS. Rm/Wst.8/AP.16.4.37 Re. Starter Motor Main Relay Switch. With reference to HPS.2/VS.15.4.37, as soon as you have finished with the switch referred to I should like an… | ||
| img288 | Faulty Lucas petrol pump switches and proposed modifications. | ||
| View original record | By. C. Hs. C. HMC. C. Mx. C. Js. C. Md. C. / K. C. / N. - Br. 6139. RE: LUCAS PETROL PUMP SWITCHES. The switches I took back to Messrs Lucas on Wednesday were definitely faulty, in that the edges of… | ||
| img289 | The modification and testing of a Lucas dual fuel pump switch to improve reliability and prevent electrical tracking. | ||
| View original record | Hs. G. SM. Jas. Hy. C. ARC. Mx. Roy. C. Rd. LUCAS DUAL FUEL PUMP SWITCH. We have been working at this switch and have improved its action and reliability enormously by a slight alteration to the… | ||
| img290 | Standardisation of a stiffener plate for starter switch copper contacts to improve pressure and prevent failure. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 20.4.37. BENTLEY STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 24.3.37. No. 6139. Drawing No. Description of Parts: STIFFENER PLATE FOR COPPER CONTACTS ON STARTER SWITCH TO D.75813. Origin: To improve… | ||
| img291 | Standardisation of a stiffener plate for the starter switch on the Phantom III to prevent failure. | ||
| View original record | COMPLETED 20.4.37 PHANTOM III. STANDARDISATION of PARTS Description of Parts. STIFFENER PLATE FOR COPPER CONTACTS ON STARTER SWITCH TO D.75813. Origin. To improve contact pressure and prevent starter… | ||
| img292 | Nil extra tool cost for production changes to the 'E' Series chassis. | ||
| View original record | Extra tool cost Nil. Could be brought on to production at the 1st chassis in "E" Series (With out Scrap). | ||
| img294 | This document is unreadable due to the quality of the scan. | ||
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| img295 | Temporary modification to a pump switch to prevent tracking. | ||
| View original record | 6139 LOST CHASSIS. RE: SWITCH FOR TASTING EACH SIDE OF THE PUMP. As a result of Rm/Vat's visit to Messrs. Lucas, it has been arranged that the corners of the central bar of the switch are being… | ||
| img296 | Dispatch of 230 Petrol Pump Switches to Messrs. Lucas for modification. | ||
| View original record | c. to Hd/Wst or to Hd/PC WST 6139 Hd/SB10/IB.21.4.37. re PETROL PUMP SWITCH. With reference to HY3/G.20.4.37., will you please note that we are handing to Hd/PC. for despatch to Messrs. Lucas 230… | ||
| img297 | Production specification and test for a right-hand headlamp foot switch to DB.1121. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Wst. c. RHC/EJB. 6139 Rm/Wst.7/AP.21.4.37 PRODUCTION SPECIFICATION AND TEST FOR R.H. HEAD LAMP FOOT SWITCH TO DB.1121 We attach herewith a revised specification for the above. We should be… | ||
| img298 | Inspection, adjustment, and test specification for a foot-operated headlamp switch, part number DB.1121. | ||
| View original record | SPECIFICATION NO. ELC.8/a. SPECIFICATION OF INSPECTION, ADJUSTMENT AND TEST OF R.R. FOOT OPERATED HEADLAMP SWITCH DB.1121 (1) All parts subject to friction should be well greased:- (a) The surface… | ||
| img299 | Dispatch of a modified petrol pump switch and the return of the old one. | ||
| View original record | W/LH. RC. from Rm/Wst. c. Sg. PER BAG 6139. Rm/Wst.7/AP.22.4.37 We are sending you herewith a modified petrol pump switch. Will you please have this fitted to Sg.'s car and return the old switch to… | ||
| img300 | Simplified design and manufacturing of the Wraith III main switch. | ||
| View original record | [Redacted] [Redacted] [Redacted] c. RHC c. Rm. 8139 651 BY/RD.3/B.22.4.37. WRAITH III - MAIN SWITCH. Please receive herewith, tracing of RR.Sch.1077 - Simplified Details of Starter Main Switch. The… | ||
| img301 | Confirming a modified petrol pump switch has been fitted and the old one is being returned. | ||
| View original record | T 'lis Hall to W. Hm/Wst. RECEIVED B Y APR 1937 6139 RC4/L/23.4.37. RECEIVED With reference to your memo Hm/Wst.7/AP.22.4.37. We have had the modified petrol pump switch fitted to Sg's car and are… | ||
| img302 | Issues with a petrol pump switch, its recall, and potential replacement. | ||
| View original record | Handwritten: Petrol Pump Switch file Handwritten: 613 q? Handwritten: See Rm CHASSIS - RR: SWITCH FOR TESTING EACH SIDE OF PETROL PUMP. Referring to Sg.16/E.21.4.37. I had already made arrangements… | ||
| img303 | The immediate recall and replacement of faulty switches to prevent petrol pump issues. | ||
| View original record | S/W To - Mr. Tresilian Copy - Mr. Hives Mr. Rowledge Mr. Robotham CHASSIS. Petrol Switch for bushing each side of the PUMP. Referring to HY.T.S.28.4.37 I have seen Rs/Wst and discussed this matter… | ||
| img304 | Cost comparison of petrol pump switches and foot switches from supplier Lucas versus a proposed new design. | ||
| View original record | To Hs. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.10/AP.9.3.37 COST OF SWITCHES. Regarding your queries, the petrol pump switch we are now buying from Messrs. Lucas costs us 1/10d.each. and this price remains unchanged. Mr.… | ||
| img305 | Attaching a blueprint of RR.Sch.1077 for the Wraith III Main Switch. | ||
| View original record | [Stamp] H.F.S. [Handwritten] 6139 BY/SS2/N.26.4.37. Re: WRAITH III - Main Switch. We attach hereto blueprint of RR.Sch.1077 - Simplified Details of Starter Main Switch for the above chassis.… | ||
| img306 | Request for a drawing or sample of a petrol pump switch for examination before a decision is made. | ||
| View original record | 61391 To By. Rm/Wst.12/JH.10.5.37. PETROL PUMP SWITCH. With reference to your By.2/G.5.5.37. Hs. would like me to examine the scheme referred to before a decision is made in the matter. Would you… | ||
| img307 | Letter to The Motor Roof Lamp Co. regarding a fault with push-pull switches where the knobs work loose. | ||
| View original record | 6137 Rm/Wst.7/AP. 12th April 1937 The Motor Roof Lamp Co., 609 Lordship Lane, Wood Green, LONDON N.22. Dear Sirs, With reference to the push-pull switches which you supply for use on our chassis, it… | ||
| img308 | Follow-up letter to The Motor Roof Lamps Co. regarding a previous unanswered communication. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Wst/RC.9/AH. 26th April, 1937. The Motor Roof Lamps Co., 609 Lordship Lane, Wood Green, London.N.22. Dear Sirs, Referring to our letter of the 12th inst. ref. No. Rm/Wst.7/AP. we regret that up… | ||
| img309 | Request to replace a burnt-out flexible contact lead on a changeover switch. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. from Wst/RC. c. to Wst/LB. 613 M Wst/RC.3/BJ.26.4.37. Changeover Switch off E.8489 type MR/1 No.5. The flexible contact lead on this switch has been burnt out whilst on the test bed. Will you… | ||
| img311 | Failure of a redesigned starter switch during endurance testing. | ||
| View original record | To RHC. S. to HPS. Re New-Design of starter switch. We have tested this switch, handed to us by HPS, and it failed after only three operations on endurance test due to the contacts welding together.… | ||
| img312 | Request to despatch a failed Lucas Dimmer switch to Messrs. Lucas for inspection. | ||
| View original record | To HPS/CEP. 6139 Wst/RC.23/JH.5.5.37. Will you please arrange for the Lucas Dimmer switch No.3 to be despatched to Messrs. Lucas to be marked for the attention of Mr.W.E.Robinson. This switch failed… | ||
| img313 | New Phantom III Starter Switch design, its performance, and reduced manufacturing costs. | ||
| View original record | COPY. To RHC. from EJB. RHC/EJB.1/MJ.16.4.37. With reference to the Phantom III Starter Switch that Tooby has made and which I return together with your memo and the present type of switch. I consider… | ||
| img314 | Sending an improved, cheaper Phantom III Starter Motor Switch for testing and requesting a decision. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wst. from HFS. 6139 HFS.S/VS.20.4.37. We herewith send you the improved, from a cheapening point of view, Phantom III Starter Motor Switch. Will you please have this tested out in accordance… | ||
| img315 | Faulty Bentley indicator switch and an enclosed translation regarding Delco Remy distributors. | ||
| View original record | WST - 6139 No. from Rm/GWH. Date Rm/Wst. R. Mr Kingsbury - 4.5.37. BENTLEY B.24.GA. INDICATOR SWITCH. We are returning a time indicator switch which has badly tracked and burnt the insulator. Will… | ||
| img316 | Extract from a guide on troubleshooting roadside issues, specifically focusing on the contact breaker. | ||
| View original record | 1 Extract from page 17 of "45 ways of over-coming troubles on the road". Given by standard Francaise des petroles, S.A. at their filling Stations. Contact Breaker. If the current is not broken when… | ||
| img317 | Offering criticisms on the simplified Wraith III main switch to make it more economical to assemble. | ||
| View original record | To E. From RHG/J. Smedley. c. to Ey. c. to HPS. 6139 RHC/JS.6/WJ.8.5.37. WRAITH 111 MAIN SWITCH (BY/BS.2/W.26.4.37). With reference to the Wraith 111 simplified main switch we have studied this very… | ||
| img318 | Sample petrol pump switch for the 'Phantom III' Chassis received from Messrs. J. Lucas, sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wst. 6139. BY/RD.3/B.21.5.37. "Phantom III" Chassis. Additional Petrol Pump on Dash. We hand you herewith a sample petrol pump switch received from Messrs. J. Lucas, this morning. Will you… | ||
| img319 | Faulty Lucas Horns Relay Switch being sent to the makers for examination. | ||
| View original record | To B[...] O[...] Hgr Rm/Wst. From HPS/WSC. 6139. HPS/WSC.20/BA.31.5.37. O/54117. Lucas Horns Relay Switch. We hand you herewith:- 1 Lucas Horn Relay switch No.3S2256 removed from Chassis No.35-Ex.… | ||
| img320 | New switch for checking petrol pumps, which has been sent for testing. | ||
| View original record | c. RM/Wat. OF/SW/MDT 6139 BY.3/G.24.5.37. PETROL PUMP - RE: SWITCH FOR CHECKING WHETHER EACH SEVERAL PUMP IS OPERATING CORRECTLY. Further to BY.2/G.5.5.37, the new switch has been received and was… | ||
| img321 | Test report and design critique of a new petrol pump switch from Messrs. Lucas which failed endurance testing. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. Hs. from Rm/Wet. c. to WAG. c. to E. c. to By. Rm/Tst.4/BJ.26.5.37. Petrol Pump Switch. We recently received from By. a new type petrol pump switch which had been manufactured by Messrs. Lucas… | ||
| img322 | Comparing the price of a Lucas two-way switch with a proprietary switch for petrol pumps, recommending the latter. | ||
| View original record | Hs. BY.2/G.5.5.37. PETROL PUMPS - RE: SWITCH FOR CHECKING EACH PUMP IS OPERATING. --------------------------------------------- I regret the delay in following up my memo BY.11/G.23.4.37, but the… | ||
| img323 | Modifications, testing, and design feedback for a revised petrol pump switch. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wst. BY/RD.8/B.9.6.37. PETROL PUMP SWITCH. We are handing you herewith, a revised petrol pump switch to which Messrs. Lucas have now fitted a new spring, and have modified the contacts to give a… | ||
| img324 | Returning a failed petrol pump switch for inspection. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To By. from Rm/Wet. Rm/Wst.5/BJ.26.5.37. Re Petrol Pump Switch. we are returning to you herewith for your inspection a petrol pump switch which failed, as reported in our Rm/Wst.4/BJ.26.5.37.… | ||
| img325 | Proposed modifications to the Wraith III Main Switch, RR.Sch.1077. | ||
| View original record | To RHC, Mr. [obscured] c.c. Rm/Wst. [Handwritten] R.C. Please investigate 6139 BY/RD.6/B.1.6.37. Wraith III - Main Switch - RR.Sch.1077. Referring to RHC/JS.6/MJ.8.5.37., and dealing with the points… | ||
| img326 | The dispatch of a dismantled Lucas Foot Switch for examination and report. | ||
| View original record | To D/RP. from HPS/WBC. CRH. Copies. Rm/Wst. 6139. HPS/WBC.21/BA.3.6.37. Lucas Foot Switch. We hand you herewith:- 1 Lucas Foot Switch dismantled. Will you please arrange to despatch same per post,… | ||
| img327 | Requesting the despatch of a Lucas footswitch to Messrs Lucas for examination and report. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To HPS/CEP. from Rm/Wst. c. Wst/JJ. Will you please despatch one Lucas footswitch to Messrs Lucas, marked for the attention of Mr.W.E.Robinson. This is being sent for their examination and… | ||
| img328 | Proposed Lucas fuse board and suggesting a new arrangement with six fuses, including a modification to the switchbox. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To E. from Rm/Wst. c. By/RD. Rm/Wst.11/AP.18.6.37 With reference to the proposed Lucas fuse board with reduced number of fuses, Messrs Lucas state that they can easily arrange for six fuses to be… | ||
| img329 | Diagram of a fuse board with a proposed new Lucas design incorporating 6 fuses. | ||
| View original record | DIAGRAM OF FUSE BOARD WITH PROPOSED NEW LUCAS DESIGN INCORPORATING 6 FUSES. TO DYNAMO. CUT-OUT. REGULATOR SERIES WINDING. A A1 | ||
| img330 | Wiring diagram blueprint showing connections from a switch box to various vehicle electrical components. | ||
| View original record | EL436, SWITCH BOX, WINDTONE HORNS, STARTER RELAY, CIGAR LIGHTERS, TRAFFICATORS, RADIO, BODY LAMPS, STOP LAMP, CAR HEATER MOTOR, PETROL PUMPS, IGNITION, FOG LAMP, SIDE AND TAIL, TO HEADLAMPS | ||
| img331 | Obsolete petrol pump switch on chassis 3-B-IV, requesting a new Lucas switch be fitted. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To HPS. c. to WSt/JJ. WSt/RC.16/JH.9.6.31./ Re Petrol Pump switch fitted to chassis 3-B-IV. On examination we find that the existing petrol pump switch fitted to this chassis is now obsolete.… | ||
| img332 | Results of bench tests on a modified Phantom III Starter Push button Switch. | ||
| View original record | To by. c. to by/RD. 6139 RM/NO.2/JH.23.12.37. re Phantom III Starter Push button Switch to R.R.Sch.NO.1. We have now completed bench tests on the above, in which a modification is introduced to… | ||
| img333 | Request to replace a faulty Lucas foot switch on chassis 27.G.VI with a standard footswitch. | ||
| View original record | 6139 HPS. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.9/JH.20.12.37. re Chassis 27.G.VI. The Lucas foot switch fitted to the above chassis is giving trouble. Will you please arrange for a standard footswitch to be fitted.… | ||
| img334 | Faulty Lucas foot switch on chassis 27.G.VI and the request to fit a standard replacement. | ||
| View original record | 6139 BPS. c. RC/CAP. Rm/RC.9/JH.20.12.37. re Chassis 27.G.VI. The Lucas foot switch fitted to the above chassis is giving trouble. Will you please arrange for a standard footswitch to be fitted.… | ||
| img335 | Letter to Joseph Lucas & Co. Ltd. regarding a foot-switch failure on a Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6139. July 13th 1937 HW/Wst.9/AP. Messrs Joseph Lucas & Co.Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM 19. For the attention of Mr. W.L.Robinson. Dear Sirs, Confirming our telephone conversation with you… | ||
| img336 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a foot switch fault causing a 'black-out' on a Phantom III chassis. | ||
| View original record | JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM 19 TELEPHONE: NORTHERN 5201 (12 LINES) TELEGRAMS & CABLES: 'LUCAS, BIRMINGHAM' HEAD OFFICES & WORKS: GREAT KING ST. BIRMINGHAM. CONTRACTORS TO THE… | ||
| img337 | The electrical failure of a new petrol pump switch during testing, leading to its disapproval. | ||
| View original record | By. from Rm/Wst. c. HRC. Rm/Wst.14/AP.17.6.37 Re. New Petrol Pump Switch. By/RD.8/B.9.6.37 This switch has again been subjected to our usual tests and although completing the cycle of tests without… | ||
| img338 | Material change for main switch armatures from Duralumin to mild steel due to supply difficulties. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Rm/Wst. [Strikethrough text] [Strikethrough text] BY/RD.3/B.22.6.37. MAIN SWITCH - SEC.8160. Owing to the lag on the carbon armature, you will recollect that some time ago a new armature was… | ||
| img339 | Substitution of a Duralumin armature with a mild steel one for the Main Switch Sec.8160. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to Wst/JJ. 6139. Wst/RC.4/JH.24.6.37. re Main Switch Sec.8160. Owing to the difficulties experienced in obtaining Duralumin pressings of the armature for the above, we have received from… | ||
| img340 | Request to arrange for a set of cables to be made for a Lucas Universal Footswitch wiring. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to Wst/JJ. 6139 Wst/RC.12/JH.5.7.37. re Lucas Universal Footswitch Wiring. Will you please arrange for a set of cables to be made for despatch to Messrs. Lucas. Size and colour of the… | ||
| img341 | Modifications for a Lucas type FS.22/N Headlamp Footswitch for R.R. & Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | URGENT 6139 To E. Rm/Wst.Z/JH.6.7.37. Lucas type FS.22/N Headlamp Footswitches for R.R. & Bentley Chassis. The following are the modifications suggested to Messrs. Lucas for the final production… | ||
| img342 | Recommendation to substitute a mild steel armature for a Duralumin one in the Starter Motor Main Switch due to supply issues. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To By/RD. from Rm/Wst. Rm/Wst.17/AP.9.7.37 Starter Motor Main Switch. We have now tested the carbon contact armature made in mild steel which we were asked to test, in view of the fact that… | ||
| img343 | The testing of a modified 'Phantom III' petrol pump switch. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/Wst. 6139 BY/RD.5/B.9.7.37. "PHANTOM III" PETROL PUMP SWITCH. We hand you herewith a Petrol Pump Switch, which has been modified in order to give a satisfactory scrubbing effect on the contact… | ||
| img344 | Request for a replacement Lucas footswitch for a Phantom III due to a fault causing a lamp to black out. | ||
| View original record | 6139. CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/3/JAB.9.7.37. To:- Rny c. Rm/Jst. 32-EX. PHANTOM III. New Lucas Footswitch F.S.22/N. Further to our telegram of to-day, we require a new footswitch so that we can return the… | ||
| img345 | Arranging the air dispatch of a footswitch and a petrol pump needle valve to Mr. I. M. Waller in France for testing. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To D/HS from HPS/WSC. [Crossed out text] Mr. H.S. Acct. Dept. May 1937 [/Crossed out text] HPS/WSC. 9/BA.10.7.37. O/S4347. Re' Testing in France Ph.lll No.32-Ex. We hand you herewith:- 1 Lucas… | ||
| img346 | The dimmer switch for instrument lights on the Phantom III 35-EX, noting it was a good feature missed in a recent report. | ||
| View original record | WSC 6139 CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/7/JAB.17.7.37. To. Rm [strikethrough]Mr. Hives/Platt.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]Mr. Row/Other.[/strikethrough] Last Phantom III in France 35-EX. Dimmer Switch for… | ||
| img347 | Modification to the starter switch for the Phantom III and 25/30 models, to be detailed for experimental issue. | ||
| View original record | Br-Dept. C. Rm. ------- 6139. DA.3/C.25.8.37. ✓ PHAN. 111 and 25/30 STARTER SWITCH. D.CD.1 Modification to starter switch to improve the connection to the carbon contacts can be detailed for issue… | ||
| img348 | Lucas footswitch for a 32-EX Phantom III, noting an intermittent fault has resolved itself. | ||
| View original record | 6137. CHATEAUROUX. Rm/IMW/3/JAB.13.7.37 To. Mr. [redacted] c. Rm/Wst. [redacted] 32-EX. PHANTOM III. Lucas Footswitch. Thank you for sending the new footswitch. Since our memo, the trouble has righted… | ||
| img349 | Endurance test report on a starter motor relay switch designed by HPS/TT. | ||
| View original record | To By o. to RM. o. to RHC/CMH. o. to By/DB. 6139 Re Endurance test on Starter Motor Relay Switch designed by HPS/TT. The principle alteration in the design of this switch is the deletion of the carbon… | ||
| img350 | Recommendation for using a Tungsten-Copper alloy (Elmet) for switch contacts. | ||
| View original record | -3- We consider the performance of the switch to be very satisfactory, but would recommend that the contacts be tipped with a Tungsten-Copper alloy such as Elmet " " which is manufactured by the… | ||
| img351 | Requirement for a flexible rubber sealing diaphragm for the new type Lucas Footswitch on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | WST 6139 To Rm. from Rm/IMW. What about this Rm 2.7.37 32-EX. PHANTOM III. - Floorboards and New type Lucas Footswitch. A flexible rubber sealing diaphragm will be required in connection with this… | ||
| img352 | Endurance test report on the Phantom III Starter Motor Push Button Switch. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to By./Kb. d. to RM. 6139 RM/RC.1/JR.16.6.37. re Phantom III Starter Motor Push Button Switch. With reference to our memo. RM/ st../AP..-7.37. we have carried out an endurance test on a… | ||
| img353 | Requesting a covering order for Lucas dimmer switches to be booked to specific order numbers. | ||
| View original record | 6139, To Roy. from Rm/RC. c. G/WMH/CA. Rm/RC.14/AP.18.8.37 Will you please issue a covering order for 16 Lucas FS.22/N. Dimmer switches and 2 Lucas PP.S.2./ switches. To be booked to the following… | ||
| img354 | Preparation of a Phantom III Foot Switch and a request for the chassis details for fitting. | ||
| View original record | 9 SEP 6139. To Y/R. from HPS/WSC. HPS/WSC.1/VS.8.9.37. RECEIVED RE PHANTOM III FOOT SWITCH. We have prepared a Foot Switch in accordance with BY/RD.2/B.9.3.37. Will you please let us know to which… | ||
| img355 | The failure of a Phantom III push button switch, recommending a modification to the pigtail connection. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to Hs. c. to Hd.(FOR DEPOT SHEET). 6139 KM/HC.S/JH.10.9.37. Re failure of Phantom III Push Button Switch, due to broken pigtail connection on the Carbon Contact. We have now carried out a… | ||
| img356 | Request to replace the existing dipper switch on chassis 36-FX with a modified version, No. D.38. | ||
| View original record | 6134. To HPS. o. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.3/JH.10.9.37. re Phantom III Dipper Switch with modified plunger No.D.38. Will you please arrange for the existing dipper switch on chassis 36-FX to be removed and… | ||
| img357 | Investigation into a modification for the Phantom III push button switch to address the breakage of the carbon contact pigtail. | ||
| View original record | 0137. CHLPS To HY. G. Ha. G. Gow O. M. RHQ/amd.1/JWA.20.9.37. RE. FAILURE OF PHANTOM III PUSH BUTTON SWITCH DUE TO BREAKAGE OF CARBON CONTACT PIGTAIL. Having investigated the coiled pigtail carbon… | ||
| img358 | Endurance test report on a Phantom III starter motor push button switch. | ||
| View original record | To By. from Rm/RC. c. By/RD. c. HA. 6139. Rm/RC.3/AP.21.9.37 Re. Phantom III. Starter Motor Push Button Switch. (Further to our memo Rm/RC.1/JH.16.8.37) We have now completed an endurance test on a… | ||
| img359 | Hand-made sample of a petrol pump switch from Lucas for testing on the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To Rm/RC. BY/RD.2/B.24.9.37. Petrol Pump Switches. Please receive herewith 1 hand-made sample supplied by Messrs. Lucas, which provides an "all off" position, as requested by Rm. for use on… | ||
| img360 | News release from International Technical Developments Ltd. about the H-C Vapour-Proof Switch. | ||
| View original record | INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS LTD. "I. T. D." TELEPHONE: VICTORIA 4640. TELEGRAMS: INTRATEC, SOWEST, LONDON. CABLES: INTRATEC. CODE: ABC & BENTLEYS. RESEARCH LABORATORIES: WRAYSBURY, BUCKS.… | ||
| img361 | News release detailing the construction and electrical data for various types of switches. | ||
| View original record | INTERNATIONAL TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS LTD. NEWS RELEASE No. H.1 F12/37. CONSTRUCTION The housing is constructed of moulded bakelite which is cemented together by heat treatment. The plunger, working on… | ||
| img362 | Product leaflet for the H.C. Vapour-proof Precision Switch, detailing its components and different types. | ||
| View original record | THE H.C. VAPOUR-PROOF PRECISION SWITCH (PATENTS PENDING) TYPE A1. Normally Closed. TYPE A3. Single Pole Double Throw. 1 Laminated Bakelite Plunger. 2 Hole for Fixing Screw. 3 Beryllium Bronze… | ||
| img363 | Provisional price list for the H.C. Vapour-Proof Precision Switch. | ||
| View original record | October, 1937 Provisional Price List H.2 THE H.C. VAPOUR-PROOF PRECISION SWITCH Code Word Switch Type Price per single switch Price per switch when ordered in undermentioned quantities of any one type… | ||
| img364 | Test report on the Lucas 'Four Way' Petrol Pump Switch. | ||
| View original record | To by. from Rm/RC. c. By/RD. 6139. RM/RO.4/MH.14.10.37. RL LUCAS "FOUR WAY" PETROL PUMP SWITCH. This switch is designed to operate twin petrol pumps and has four positions; 'A' pump, 'B' pump, both… | ||
| img365 | Advice note from Joseph Lucas Limited regarding a dimmer switch for a Bentley chassis and a dimming switch sample. | ||
| View original record | Please receive from ADVICE NOTE 6139 SLB JOSEPH LUCAS LIMITED 25034 BIRMINGHAM 19. the undermentioned Goods per Our Mr. L. G. Thacker. 17. 1. 1938. Messrs Rolls Royce Ltd. Derby. Telegrams: "LUCAS,… | ||
| img366 | Endurance test report for a Lucas ST.900 Starter Motor relay switch No. 760151. | ||
| View original record | To By c.to By/RD. 6134. RM/RC.1/JH.26.1.38. Re Endurance test of Lucas ST.900 Starter Motor relay switch No. 760151. We have now completed tests on the above switch and find the performance of same… | ||
| img367 | Lucas starter motor switch, comparing its weight and post-test condition, with a recommendation for its use on the Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/RC.1/JH.26.1.38. This Lucas switch is built up on the end bracket of the starter motor to form one unit, and weighs complete with brush gear 1 lb. 14 ozs. The standard R.R. switch weighs 1 lb.… | ||
| img368 | Requesting hand-made samples of a changeover switch for trial and standardisation. | ||
| View original record | R.C 6139- By. from Rm. Rm8/R.10.3.38. By.6/G.9.3.38. We have asked By/RD to let us have some hand made samples of the changeover switch to try, and if these are satisfactory we will start a… | ||
| img369 | Standardization of Lucas R.100 headlamps for English and Continental use on Phantom III, Wraith, and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | Rm. [Redacted] BY./6/G.9.3.38. PHANTOM III, WRAITH AND BENTLEY. LUCAS R.100 HEADLAMPS. RE: ARRANGING FOR ENGLISH AND CONTINENTAL. With reference to the discussion in connection with the best form of… | ||
| img370 | Promise to provide a reverse light switch for the Wraith model. | ||
| View original record | R.C. 6139. By/RD. from Rm. Rm1/R.10.3.38. We do not know whether Ey. has mentioned it to you, but at the Conference the other day he promised to provide a reverse light switch, operated by pushing the… | ||
| img371 | Instruction to delete a flange and rubber washer on the Wraith III chassis, enabling the use of a standard 25/30 HP type footswitch. | ||
| View original record | 6139. NC [redacted distribution list] c. Pa/Grys. BY/RD.5/B.4.3.38. WRAITH III CHASSIS. Owing to the use of laminated type floorboards on Wraith, the flange DW.151, at present welded to the footswitch… | ||
| img372 | Parts and materials list for a Magnet Coil and Core for Starter Switch SEC.8060. | ||
| View original record | 6139 BY/RD.7/B.11.3.38. STARTER SWITCH : SEC.8060 : ALL CHASSIS. LOP. DW.460 : D.CD.123. Will you please put in hand 1 complete Magnet Coil and Core, consisting of the following parts, blueprints of… | ||
| img373 | Instructions for making a coil and core and fitting it to an existing switch for testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- BY/RD.7/B.11.3.38. this material that we want this coil and core made up. When the coil and pole are complete, please fit same to the existing switch which Rm/RC., has on test. This completes the… | ||
| img374 | Order request to J. Lucas Ltd. for a pair of R.100 headlamps for trial and potential standardisation. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. F. DODD 6139. When can I try these Rm ✓ BY/ED.7/B.14.3.38. Will you please send an order to Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd., for 1 pair of R.100 Headlamps. These have already been handed to us by… | ||
| img375 | New moulded button for a 2-tone horn switch, addressing rattle issues and requesting it be issued for experiment. | ||
| View original record | DA.6/G.18.3.38. R.C. ✓ 6139 - HORN SWITCH - 2 TONE. Herewith is D.CD.544 showing a moulded button for the 2 tone horn switch, which has the advantage of economy, lightness and simpler assembly, over… | ||
| img376 | Instructions for producing a moulded top horn button for the Wraith and Bentley III models to eliminate rattles. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. Rm/BC. c/o RHC/CAH 6139. BY/RD.4/B.28.3.38. HORN SWITCH : SEC.8050. Wraith & Bentley III - D.CD.544. In order to produce a Horn Button having a moulded top in order to eliminate rattles, we… | ||
| img377 | Using the Phantom III 2-tone horn switch on the Wraith model, requiring a new quadrant casting. | ||
| View original record | C. Rm. 6139- DA.10/G.7.4.38. R. CHILDS WRAITH HORN - SWITCH. As it seems probable we shall want to use the P.111 2-tone horn switch on Wraith, there being some doubt as to the success of the Wraith… | ||
| img378 | Endurance test report for a main switch, comparing the DCD.123 model with two others. | ||
| View original record | To By o. to Hs. o. to By/RD. 6139. Rm/RC.3/JH.11.4.38. re Endurance test of main switch to DCD.123. The above is a hinged armature type of switch built on the same lines as the existing standard… | ||
| img379 | Comparison and recommendation of a Lucas switch against a potential in-house design for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | -2- It should be noted that the Lucas switch has a contact pressure of 7 lb. 2 ozs. against 2 lb. 3 ozs. obtained on that to ADD.123. The Lucas unit is the best switch of the cheapened type which we… | ||
| img380 | The development of starter main switches, including the production of a new solenoid type. | ||
| View original record | C. Rm. DA.6/G.10.6.38. STARTER MAIN SWITCHES. After considering the report Rm/RC.3/JH. 11.4.38. on the main switch made by the Experimental Department, and also the next one, made to D.CD.123, we are… | ||
| img381 | Broken return spring on a standard footswitch during an endurance test. | ||
| View original record | To HPc. S. to RC/CAP. 6139 Rm/RC.4/JH.11.6.38. re Standard R.R. Footswitch LOP.DB.1121. We have a standard footswitch in which the return spring has broken on an endurance test. Will you please have… | ||
| img382 | Reporting the failure of a footswitch under endurance testing due to a collapsed 'Tufnol' roller. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. c. to RC/CAP. Rm/RC.8/JH.24.6.38. re Footswitch to DB.1121. The above type footswitch which is being tested for endurance, has again broken down this time due to the collapse of the "Tufnol"… | ||
| img383 | Test report on Lucas petrol pump switches detailing failures and recommendations. | ||
| View original record | To By, from Rm/HC. c. By/KD. 61351 Rm/RC.10/WH.19.7.38. RE. LUCAS PETROL PUMP SWITCHES. In order that bought out electrical units should be kept up to R.R. standard, specifications have been issued… | ||
| img384 | The parts for a Starter Main Switch for all chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To MRG. cr DY. c. RM/SC. e. WEC/WJB. (O.P.Dept.) BY/ED.1/B.17.8.38. ALL CHASSIS. D.CD.692 - STARTER MAIN SWITCH. STARTER SWITCH. SEC.8060. WIRING AND FITTINGS. SEC.7360. We hand you herewith… | ||
| img385 | Parts list for a starter and main switch, with additional parts for testing purposes and fitting instructions. | ||
| View original record | -2- DB.1894 - Solenoid Pot - Starter Sw: Main. 1 off. DB.1895 - Solenoid Cover - Starter Sw: Main. 1 off. DB.1896 - Contact Plate. 2 off. DB.1897 - Plunger - Starter Sw: Main. 1 off. DB.1898 - Switch… | ||
| img386 | Letter from Jens A. B. Jacobsen offering new Wing Indicator Time Switches for motor cars. | ||
| View original record | Jens A. B. Jacobsen By Representative of Danish Electrical and Hardware Manufacturer Tel. Battersea 4938 13. Nightingale Square, London, S.W. 12. O. RASMUSSEN Alperosevej 6 Copenhagen S 1st September,… | ||
| img387 | Blank or unreadable black page with binder holes on the left. | ||
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| img388 | Letter confirming the dispatch of a sample Direction Indicator Time Switch. | ||
| View original record | Jens A. B. Jacobsen Representative of Danish Electrical and Hardware Manufacturer Tel. Battersea 4938 13, Nightingale Square, London, S.W. 12. O. RASMUSSEN Alperosevej 6 Copenhagen S Your ref:… | ||
| img389 | Presenting a revised and simplified design for controlling switches for lights, ignition, and starting. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. [REDACTED] ------------ 6139 Da.13/C.19.9.38. D.CD.834 - SWITCHES. A complete revision of the design of controlling switches for lights, ignition, etc. is presented in Scheme D.CD.834 The… | ||
| img390 | The design and wiring of a switchbox, its associated components, and dynamo circuit. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - Da.13/G.19.9.38. All terminals are protected by rubber covers, and this scheme will be followed by one showing the wiring harness travelling on the back and upper side of the instrument board,… | ||
| img391 | The adoption of a superior and cheaper foot switch from a specialist (Lucas) rather than re-designing their own. | ||
| View original record | 6139. By. from Rm. c. Da. c. Hy/RD. c. Les. Rm7/R.19.9.38. FOOT SWITCH. This seems to be a case where the Specialist has produced a better and simpler article than we have and presumably at a lower… | ||
| img392 | Endurance tests conducted on three types of footswitches. | ||
| View original record | TO By. C.M. C. Hy/Mi. C. Moy/en. re Footswitches. In order to obtain a figure of merit for the three types of footswitches now under consideration, a series of endurance tests have been carried out,… | ||
| img393 | Failure report comparing three different dipper switches by cause of failure and number of operations. | ||
| View original record | R.R. Dipper Switch to DB.11-1. Operations Cause of failure. 13,690 Breakage of the rocker arm return spring to DB.1-44. 23,986 Breakage of toggle spring to DB.118/. 29,594 Breakage of Tufnol bush… | ||
| img394 | The testing of a Lucas Ignition Switch, Type No. M & N - 30. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. Da. c. Hy/KL. 61371 re Lucas Ignition Switch. Type No.M & N - 30. The above switch is similar in design to that fitted to the F.F. Jaguar Car. We assume that if this switch were used, either… | ||
| img395 | Table of volt drop readings at different operational cycles and amperage levels. | ||
| View original record | -2- Rm/WC.4/JH.20.9.38. Volt Drop Readings. No operations. at 5 amps. at 10 amps. min max. min. max. start. .010 - .018 volts .022 - .030 volts. 10,000 .015 - .018 " .030 - .032 " 20,000 .030 - .064 "… | ||
| img396 | Use of a standard F.S.22 footswitch versus producing a special model. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Rm/RC. BY/RD.3/B.7.10.38. FOOTSWITCHES. We have taken the matter up with Messrs. Lucas re the improved contacts in the F.S.22, and whilst they had at one time intended to fit the larger… | ||
| img397 | Listing new parts and blueprints for switchboxes on all chassis, in particular Bentley III & Bentley 50. | ||
| View original record | To: HDC c.c. Bm/RC. c.c. HIC/WLA. (Ovr.Dept.). Cr HIC/... 6139. 10/V1 BY/HD.2/B.25.10.38. SECTION 8160 : SWITCHBOX : ALL CHASSIS, IN PARTICULAR BENTLEY III & BENTLEY 50. D.CD.834 - Proposed Switches… | ||
| img398 | List of parts to be fitted to existing instrument boards. | ||
| View original record | -2- 12 sets of these parts should be instructed and to enable some of them to be fitted to existing instrument Boards, 6 sets of the following parts should be put in hand :- LB.2013 - Face Plate -… | ||
| img399 | Temporary scheme for grouping separate switches on an instrument board for testing and approval on a Bentley III. | ||
| View original record | 6139 e. Rm. 404? DA.1/G.25.10.38. F. DODD BENTLEY III. D.CD.834 - GROUPING OF SEPARATE SWITCHES - SECTION 8160. (Sheet 2). This scheme is a temporary arrangement to enable grouped switches to be… | ||
| img400 | Investigation into the failure of a starter switch on chassis VAL-46. | ||
| View original record | 6139. To Ry. c. to a. c. to By/M. c. to B - br. c. to M - Ch. c. to W - G.d. c. to Hd. KM/R.27/Jn.6.10.38. re Failure of Starter switch on Chassis VAL-46. L. Wood. We have investigated the above… | ||
| img401 | Revisions and modifications to the Starter Main Switch. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. Elec. DA.20/G.16.11.38. 6131 STARTER MAIN SWITCH. Herewith D.CD.1023 being a revision of the Iron Circuit on switch to D.CD.692. The modification increases the pull on the plunger especially in… | ||
| img402 | Notification of new parts for a modification to the starter main switch. | ||
| View original record | To. WPC. c. Em/EC. c. HEC/WES (O.S.Dept.). c. SDO/ES. Copy for HPS. BY/EL.1/B.8.12.38. ALL CHASSIS. D.CD.1023. STARTER MAIN SWITCH. Starter Switch. Section 8060. Please receive herewith blueprints of… | ||
| img403 | Modification instructions for a Contact Plate and Switch Bases, referencing specific alteration numbers. | ||
| View original record | -2- In addition :- EB.1896 - Contact Plate. EB.1898 - Switch Base. (Tufnol). EB.1925 - Switch Base. (Moulded). have been modified in accordance with Alteration No:s :- 5512/D, 5513/D and 5514/D,… | ||
| img404 | Decision to revert to the standard main switch and provide mounting proposals. | ||
| View original record | C. Rn. 1139 RA.14/G.19.12.38. R.V. SO SETS. It having been decided to revert to the standard main switch for these cars, it is necessary to provide mounting for same and D.CD.1109 shows our proposals… | ||
| img405 | Instructions regarding blueprints for a Starter Main Switch and mounting bracket for the Bentley V Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6139 [REDACTED] c.c. to Mr/KC. [REDACTED] [REDACTED] BY/RD.9/B.12.1.39. BENTLEY V CHASSIS. D.CD.1109. Starter Main Switch. Section 8060. Please receive herewith blueprints of details and the LOP. for… | ||
| img406 | Distributing blueprints for footswitch components (washer, bush, roller) to prevent breakages of Tufnol rollers. | ||
| View original record | 6139 CE To HPG. or BV. c. Rm/RC. [REDACTED] [REDACTED] or Insp/Insp. BY/RD.3/B. 30.1.39. ALL CHASSIS : FOOTSWITCH : SEC. 8400. Please receive herewith blueprints of the following :- DW. 887 - Washer.… | ||
| img407 | Directive to modify ignition and lighting switches for specific Bentley chassis models by replacing contact plates and rivets. | ||
| View original record | 6139 c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.6/B.6.2.39. ALL CHASSIS - IN PARTICULAR BENTLEY V & BENTLEY 50. Switches for Separate Mounting - Ignition & Lighting Switches. The lighting switch has been found difficult to… | ||
| img408 | Instruction to produce a modified Contact Rivet with an inclined face for ignition and lighting switches on Bentley V and 50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6139 c. Rm/RC. c. HIC/Wld. (O.P.Dept.) c. RBO/BG. e. Foy/Les. for HPS. BY/RD.2/B.18.2.39. ALL CHASSIS - IN PARTICULAR BENTLEY V & BENTLEY 50. Switches for Seperate Mounting - Ignition & Lighting… | ||
| img409 | Internal order request for heater switch components for a Wraith 80 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To. HFS. c. Rm/RC. W. Tee/Wid. ar Roy/Lee. BY/RD.2/B.1.3.39. WRAITH 80 CHASSIS - 30.G.VII. Will you please order from Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., for the above chassis, the following :- DB.2152 -… | ||
| img410 | Bench and endurance test results for a starter push button switch. | ||
| View original record | 6139 & 6134 To By/RL. c. to By. c. to Da. RM/KC.11/JH.2.3.39. re Starter Push Button Switch to scheme DCD.634. (Switches for separate mountings). We have completed bench tests on the above type switch… | ||
| img411 | The modification status of lighting and ignition switches for final testing. | ||
| View original record | -2- RM/RC.11/JR..2.3.39. The lighting and ignition switches apartaining to this scheme are undergoing modification and are not yet ready for test. As soon as these are ready the whole scheme will be… | ||
| img412 | Scheme for a proposed new design of a modified lighting switch lever in black moulding material. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. 6/5 (handwritten) DA.1/G.S.S.39. D.CD.1232 - MODIFIED LIGHTING SWITCH. This scheme shows a proposed new design of lever in black moulding material to improve the appearance of switch, and to… | ||
| img413 | Operational issues and potential improvements for a lighting switch. | ||
| View original record | 61391. To Hy/RD. from Rm/RC. c. to Hy. c. to Da. Rm/RC.14/JH.8.3.39. A.R Lighting Switch to IOF.DB.2000. As originally designed, the operation of this switch was unsatisfactory, and it was decided… | ||
| img414 | Examination and modification report on a solenoid type starter main switch. | ||
| View original record | To By/Rb. c. to By. c. to Da. 6139 Am/KC.o/Jn.11.3.39. re Solenoid type of Starter Main Switch to D.O.692. On a previous examination of a switch to this scheme the solenoid action was found to be… | ||
| img415 | The efficiency and reliability of cone type versus plain plungers. | ||
| View original record | -2- Tests may then be carried out to determine the most efficient arrangement. Although the cone type plunger adds to the efficiency in respect to constancy of magnetic pull over a given length of… | ||
| img416 | Modifications and spring rating experiments for a lighting switch. | ||
| View original record | 639 To By/HD. c. to By. Rm/RC./JH.14.3.39. re Lighting Switch to Rr. Ch.834. We have obtained a definite improvement in the action of the above type switch by a slight modification to the surface of… | ||
| img417 | Specifications for two new springs designed for a lighting switch. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. BY/RD.3/B.17.3.39. Re: Lighting Switch - D.CD.834. As requested in your Rm/RC.7/JH.14.3.39., we give herewith particulars of two new springs to enable further experiments to be carried out… | ||
| img418 | Alteration to the switchbox lever for Bentley V and Bentley 50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | To HPS. o. Rm/RC. cc. Hynes/B.L. BY/RD.3/B.20.3.39. ALL CHASSIS - IN PARTICULAR BENTLEY V AND BENTLEY 50. Switches for Separate Mounting - D.CD.834 & D.CD.1232. Under alteration 5585/D. we have added… | ||
| img419 | Request to obtain and test a changeover switch for ignition coils on special Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. 613 22 BY/RD.3/B.22.3.39. CHANGEOVER SWITCH FOR IGNITION COILS. It is Rm's. request that we obtain a changeover switch for use on special Bentleys for record purposes, and the switch we… | ||
| img420 | Hand-drawn wiring diagram of an ignition circuit with a change-over switch. | ||
| View original record | +, IGN SWITCH, BALLAST, COIL, HT, LT, CHANGE OVER, SWITCH | ||
| img421 | Test report on a Smith's Dimmer Switch for DB.295, concluding it is not suitable for production due to overheating. | ||
| View original record | 6137- To By/RD. from RM/KC. c. By. c. Da. Re. SMITH'S DIMMER SWITCH TO DB.295. A Dimmer Switch of the above type was handed to us for test by By/RD. on 31.3.39. In our strip test report on car 8.B.V.,… | ||
| img422 | The development of a cheaper lighting switch, detailing issues with friction and contact shape. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To By. from RM/KC. c. DB. c. By/KD. RM/KC.3/AH.5.4.39. A.A. LIGHTING SWITCH TO Sch.DCD.834. We have done a certain amount of work on the development of the new, cheaper lighting switch… | ||
| img423 | Modifications to a switch's recesses, bridge, and contact spring for endurance testing. | ||
| View original record | 7c- KM/KC/MH.5.4.39. OBSTRUCTION & SHAPE OF RECESS - Cont'd. The gradient was reduced by countersinking and thus widening the top of the recess. This was done with a twist-drill ground to the shape of… | ||
| img424 | Revised blueprints for the grouping of separate switches. | ||
| View original record | DA.8/C.17.4.39. D.CD.834 GROUPING OF SEPARATE SWITCHES. We attach blueprints of the above, which has been revised and details altered by BY/RD. Please replace prints of this scheme, which have been… | ||
| img425 | Blueprints for a Rheostat Switch - Car Heater Escutcheon Plate. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm/RC. BY/RD.S/B.24.4.39. RHEOSTAT SWITCH - CAR HEATER. We send you herewith, for record purposes, blueprints of the following piece :- DB.2344 - Escutcheon - Rheostat Switch. This Escutcheon Plate… | ||
| img426 | Letter from Compound Electro Metals Ltd. promoting their Elmet Metals product. | ||
| View original record | Services. 613 COMPOUND ELECTRO METALS LTD. ELECTRICAL & MECHANICAL ENGINEERS DIRECTORS: FREDERICK R. SIMMS, M.I.M.E., M.I.A.E., &c. CHAIRMAN. ROBERT W. ALLEN. MAJOR D. H. KENNEDY, O.B.E., F.R.Ae.S.,… | ||
| img427 | Cover page for a document about Elmet Metals for electrical contacts and resistance welding electrodes. | ||
| View original record | ELMET METALS TRADE MARK FOR ELECTRICAL CONTACTS AND RESISTANCE WELDING ELECTRODES O.O. RECEIVED 25 APR 1939 COMPOUND ELECTRO METALS LTD. 42 Pall Mall, London, S.W.1 Telephone: WHItehall 2592… | ||
| img428 | Composite metals for high-efficiency contact tips in electrical apparatus. | ||
| View original record | Traction gear contacts. Right : Standard copper contact; Left : Copper contact faced with Copelmet. Equal conditions of service COPELMET, SILVELMET and SILMO are composite metals for high efficiency… | ||
| img429 | Promotional page for Elmet composite metals and alloys for electric resistance welding components. | ||
| View original record | Copelmet or Elmet rings are supplied with or without copper bases, according to requirements. ELMET COMPOSITE METALS and ALLOYS have been specially evolved for ELECTRIC RESISTANCE WELDING ELECTRODE… | ||
| img430 | Advertisement page from Compound Electro Metals Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Fullest particulars and Catalogues upon request :-- COMPOUND ELECTRO METALS LTD. 42, PALL MALL, LONDON, S.W.1 Telephone : WHItehall 2582 Telegrams : Elmetrolex, Piccy, London Cables : Elmetrolex,… | ||
| img431 | Sending blueprints for the Lucas 'Fg.29' Footswitch for the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | [Redacted] 6139 BY/RD.S/2.8.39. BENTLEY V. FOOTSWITCH. SECTION 8400. [Signature] We send you herewith for record purposes, blueprints of DR.8360. These give full particulars of the… | ||
| img432 | Replacing an unsuitable Smith's dimmer switch with a more robust Lucas unit. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To By. c. to By/TD. Rm/RC.7/JH.17.5.39. re Lucas Dimmer switch to DB.2354. This unit is intended to replace the Smith's dimmer switch to DB.2353 which has proved unsuitable. (see… | ||
| img433 | Scheme detailing modifications for the D.CD.1308 Starter Main Switch. | ||
| View original record | c. Rm. DA.2/G.20.5.39. D.CD.1308 STARTER MAIN SWITCH. This scheme is suitable for all chassis, and incorporates the following modifications including those made in Experimental Report… | ||
| img434 | B.T.H. Changeover H.T. Switch for potential speed trials on a Paulin type car. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. 6139 BY/RD.4/B.1.6.39. BENTLEY : CHANGEOVER SWITCH. Herewith, B.T.H. Changeover H.T. Switch. This is not allocated for any particular chassis, but has been obtained for use if any further… | ||
| img435 | Incorrectly manufactured Lucas car-heater rheostat switches where the engraving is upside down. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Royles c. to H.J.S./A.C. c. to By/RD. c. to KM/RC/CAP. km/RC.4/JH./7.7.39. Lucas Car Heater Rheostat Switch. We have just received nine Lucas car-heater rheostat switches, which are supposed… | ||
| img436 | Internal request to order various switches and escutcheons from the Lucas Co. for testing and new car production. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Lea. c. to G/Jwn. c. to Rm/RC/OAP. Rm/RC.3/JH.24.8.39. Will you please order from the Lucas Co., the following parts which are required for test on experimental cars, and also for new cars… | ||
| img437 | List of parts for the LOP. DB.2500 Starter Main Switch, applicable to all chassis. | ||
| View original record | O. RM/RC. BY/RD.5/B.24.8.39. ALL CHASSIS. LOP. DB.2500. STARTER MAIN SWITCH. D.CD.1308. SECTION 8060. We hand you herewith the above LOP. together with the following new details :- DB.2501 - Stop -… | ||
| img438 | Parts list for a starter main switch and associated components required for Section 7340. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD.5/B.24.8.39. -2- DB.2530 - Base - Starter Main Switch. 1 off.) or :- DB.2531 - Mock-up Base. 1 off.) DB.2532 - Coil Assembly. 1 off. DB.2533 - 3 BA. Bolt - Terminal and Solenoid Pot. 1 off. The… | ||
| img439 | Request for an estimated factory cost for three switches to drawing LCD.1507. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To G/Rb. Rm/RC.8/JH.4.12.39. Will you please let me have an estimated factory cost for the three switches to LCD.1507 (print attached). Rm/RC. | ||
| img440 | The estimated production costs for Ignition, Lighting, and Starter Switches. | ||
| View original record | To Rm/RC. from G/Rb. G/Rb.15/A/W.22.12.39. Re: Ignition, Lighting and Starter Switches. Rm/RC.8/JH.4.12.39. Kindly note the estimated cost to the Company for producing, in production quantities, the… | ||
| img441 | Requesting an order for 6 ARL type switches for emergency replacement. | ||
| View original record | To NPC/PH. from Rm/RC. c. to Rm/PO/C/F. Rm/RC.11/JMc.15.2.40. Will you please order, for emergency replacement use on cars:- 6 ARL. type switches. O.T.524/5. Rm/RC. | ||
| img442 | Request to obtain six M.R.L. type switches for the chassis electrical system. | ||
| View original record | Derby F.C. 6139 [REDACTED] from HPS/CP. c.c. Rm/RC. HR/CP.1/SW.21.5.40. O/S2462. Chassis Electrical. Will you please obtain for us as speedily as possible :- 6 - M.R.L. Type Switches. ------------… | ||
| img443 | Invoice from Joseph Lucas Ltd. for a switch and requesting a confirmatory order for payment. | ||
| View original record | RM/AA. G/WFH/CA.9/BB.17.4.40 We have an invoice from Joseph Lucas Ltd., dated the 6th inst. on which we are charged 7/6d nett for 1. Switch No. 312151. We gather from the invoice this Switch was sent… | ||
| img444 | Improvement to the starter switch cable mounting on the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | To Rm. from Rm/RC. elec. Rm/RC.3/ST.24.10.40. On the Bentley V the starter switch is mounted so as to overhang the side of the frame and the main cable from the battery enters the base from… | ||
| img445 | Brief internal memo requesting necessary action to be taken based on comments. | ||
| View original record | Ry. from Rm. ehs. Rm.11/ML.28.10.40. Rm/RC. We have the following comments from Will you please take the necessary action. Rm. | ||
| img446 | Improvement to the battery cable routing for the starter switch on the Bentley V. | ||
| View original record | COPY. Rm. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.3/ET.24.10.40. On the Bentley V. the starter switch is mounted so as to overhang the side of the frame and the main cable from the battery enters the base from underneath.… | ||
| img447 | Modification to the starter main switch cable routing. | ||
| View original record | To Rn. from Rn/EC. Copy to Rn/Wym. Rn/EC.1/WET.28.10.40. STARTER MAIN SWITCH. With reference to our Rn/EC.3/sF.24.10.40, we have now modified 9.B.V. to conform with the suggested scheme, i.e. the… | ||
| img448 | Letter to Lucas Ltd. requesting a suitable dipper switch and horn push for a steering column. | ||
| View original record | (187) Pm/RC.4/ST. 25th March, 1941. Messrs. LUCAS Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM. 19. For the attention of Mr. B.G. Crupper. Dear Sirs, We are looking into the question of fitting a dipper switch… | ||
| img449 | Letter to Lucas Ltd. regarding the supply of a compact dipper switch for a steering column. | ||
| View original record | Re/RC.4/ST. 25th March, 1941. Messrs. LUCAS Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM, 19. For the attention of Mr. B.G. Crupper. Dear Sirs, We are looking into the question of fitting a dipper switch at… | ||
| img450 | Letter from Joseph Lucas Ltd. enclosing drawings for a Dipper Switch for Steering Column mounting. | ||
| View original record | Lucas General. JOSEPH LUCAS LTD. 'KING OF THE ROAD' ACCESSORIES GREAT KING STREET BIRMINGHAM. 19. TELEPHONE : NORTHERN 5201 TELEGRAMS & CABLES : 'LUCAS. TELEX. BIRMINGHAM'. WHEN REPLYING PLEASE REFER… | ||
| img451 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. acknowledging receipt of drawings. | ||
| View original record | 16th April, 1941. Rm/RC.1/RH. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM. 19. Attention of Mr.B.G.Crupper. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 10th. April. The drawings… | ||
| img452 | The dimensions and dashboard position of a Lucas Starter Switch. | ||
| View original record | RHC 1080 6139 To Rm. from Ev/JD. Copy to Mr. Hayden. [text struck out] Rm/HH. Rm/SAG. Ev/JD.7/GT.29.4.41. MYTH Starter Switch ------------ We attach to Rm/HH's copy the original of PL.549 - Lucas… | ||
| img453 | Letter enclosing a drawing from J. Lucas Ltd. regarding starter switches for a suitability review. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Rm/RO. Roy/A.S.1/IE.14.10.41. With reference to your Rm/RC.1/RH.18.8.41, we enclose herewith a drawing together with a letter we have received from Messrs. J. Lucas Ltd. in connection with the… | ||
| img454 | Confirming the suitability of the Model ST810 Type C.W. Starter Switch. | ||
| View original record | 6139 To Roy/A&S. From Rm/RC. Rm/RC.5/SW.15.10.41. With reference to your memo ref: Roy/AES.1/ME.14.10.41., the Model ST810 Type C.W. Starter Switch will suit our requirements. Rm/RC. | ||
| img455 | Request to obtain a catalogue for small switch gear from A.F. Bulgin & Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Elec. file To Roy/AES. Rm/RC.17/JH.15.10.41. Will you please obtain for us from A.F. Bulgin & Co.Ltd., By-pass Road, Barking, Essex, a catalogue shewing their range of small switch gear. Rm/RC. | ||
| img456 | Request to obtain two micro reversing switches and a catalogue from Burgess Products Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 6139 Elec. for file To: Roy/TWO, Rm/RC.18/JH.15.10.41. Will you please obtain from the Burgess Products Co.Ltd London, 2 micro reversing switches. Will you also obtain from them their catalogue on… | ||
| img457 | Request to obtain two stoneware jugs for battery maintenance. | ||
| View original record | 6162. To BJJ. from Rm/RC. Rm/RC.4/KC.10.12.41. Laboratory Apparatus. Will you please obtain for us, for use on battery maintenance, two Stoneware jugs, glazed for acids, and having a capacity of 6… | ||
| img458 | Letter to Joseph Lucas Ltd. confirming the suitability of a sample switch for fog lamps and requesting to complete an order. | ||
| View original record | 6139 14th October, 1942. Messrs. Joseph Lucas Ltd., Great King Street, BIRMINGHAM. Attention of Mr. R.C. HULSE. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of the sample 1.S.7 switch and find it quite suitable for… | ||