Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| Scan001 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting a 3XC15 trial battery with robust elements. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst.4/AD. January 8th, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, ref. ECM/LJ. We thank you for your letter… | ||
| Scan002 | Proposal to use a new standard Exide battery for the 40/50 chassis to reduce cost and improve serviceability. | ||
| View original record | X6136 To R. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. c. Wor. E. c. Ds. BY. Hs/Wst.3/ADB.1.32. 40/50 CHASSIS BATTERIES. X6122 For some time we have been considering how it would be possible to reduce the cost of our 2-unit… | ||
| Scan003 | Letter to battery supplier Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding the interchangeability and cost reduction of 40/50 2-unit batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6126 Hs/Wst.5/AD. January 8th, 1932. Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd. 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Interchangeability. We are anxious that our standard 40/50 2-unit battery should be… | ||
| Scan004 | Letter regarding a preference for a 3 XC15 sized battery and the supply of a trial version. | ||
| View original record | X6136. THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W. I. CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. TELEPHONES:— SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS:— CHLORIDIC,… | ||
| Scan005 | Letter from Exide Batteries concerning the dispatch of a sample battery. | ||
| View original record | X6136 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY DEPOTS LONDON SHAFTESBURY AVE BIRMINGHAM DALE END MANCHESTER BRIDGE STREET BRISTOL BROADMEAD GLASGOW TUREEN STREET DUBLIN PEARSE STREET BELFAST… | ||
| Scan006 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. arranging a visit to witness a battery discharge test. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst.2/AD. January 12th, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, With further reference to yours of the… | ||
| Scan007 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company, Ltd. rearranging a visit by Mr. H.E. West. | ||
| View original record | X6136- THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS:- CHLORIDIC. PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEYS, LIEBERS, A.I. AND A.B.C.(4TH & 5TH EDITIONS). LONDON… | ||
| Scan008 | Visit from Mr. Preston, detailing a suggested alternative battery from Peto & Radford. | ||
| View original record | X613B 14.1.32. MR. PRESTON'S VISIT TO R.R. ON THE 14TH INST. Mr. Preston suggested that Peto & Radford could provide us with a similar battery to the Exide 3XC15 having the universal features desired.… | ||
| Scan009 | Letter from a battery manufacturer concerning the production of a sample battery for a 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:—Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. P. C. GRAHAM MENZIES. C. R. D.… | ||
| Scan010 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. to arrange a visit for the 20th of the month. | ||
| View original record | V6136. Hs/Wst.1/AD. January 15th, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E.C. Mckinnon. Dear Sirs, ref. ECM/LW. We thank you for your… | ||
| Scan011 | Covering memo for an attached letter from Messrs. Peto & Radford regarding a universal interchangeable battery for the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | XC13C. To Roy. from Hs/Wst. " Ry. c. Wor. Hs/Wst.S/ADL 5.1.32. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY In connection with the visit of Mr. Preston from Messrs. Peto & Radford, we attach herewith a letter we have… | ||
| Scan012 | Testing of a new universal type interchangeable battery and potential modifications to existing batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Wor. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. Ey. Hs/Wst.10/AM1 5.1.32. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY X6137 With reference to Ey/7/N12.1.32, we have arranged with Ey. that when we visit the Chloride Electrical Storage Co.… | ||
| Scan013 | Development and testing of a new universal type battery with various suppliers. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Hs/Wst. c. Sg. By. X6137 Hs/Wst.10/ADL5.1.32. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY. X6136. With reference to By7/N12.1.32, we have arranged with By, that when we visit the Choride Electrical Storage Co.… | ||
| Scan014 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company arranging a car to collect a Mr. West for a works visit. | ||
| View original record | X6136. THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS:- CHLORIDIC,… | ||
| Scan015 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. confirming travel arrangements for a works visit. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst.1/AD. January 19th, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. E. C. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, ref. ECM/AJ. We thank you for your… | ||
| Scan016 | Comparison of specifications between a proposed and an existing battery for a 40/50 HP car. | ||
| View original record | DEPARTMENT CORRESPONDENCE. To Mr. Dean. Customer's Name ROLLS-ROYCE. 40/50 h.p. Car. HEAD OFFICE. x6136 Ref. DW/GF. Exide Date 20.1.32. Proposed battery:- Ebonite container, without cover, battery… | ||
| Scan017 | Comparison of specifications for two proposed batteries and an existing battery for a 20/25 HP Car. | ||
| View original record | DEPARTMENT CORRESPONDENCE. HEAD OFFICE. Ref. x(613?) JAH/CA. To Mr. Dean. Customer's Name ROLLS ROYCE. Date 20.1.32. 2, 6 volt units. 20/25 H.P. Car. Proposed battery: (a) Ebonite container, without… | ||
| Scan018 | Letter to a supplier querying battery specifications, dimensions, and pricing. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst.2/AD. January 22nd, 1932. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co,Ltd. Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr. McKinnon. Dear Sirs, We note that in your catalogue the price… | ||
| Scan019 | Visit to the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. and the specifications for a new universal type battery for the 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136 To R. from Hs/wst. c. Sg. c. WGR. E. c. Da. RV. Hs/wst.1/AD22.1.32. R.R. CHASSIS UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERIES. X6137. We visited the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. (makers of our Exide batteries)… | ||
| Scan020 | Proposal for a universal battery for the 20/25 and Japan 3 chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.1/AD22.1.32 contd. 20/25 and Japan 3 chassis. For a universal battery for these chassis, the Chloride Co. recommend two 6-volt units in place of our existing 12 volt unit. The type will be… | ||
| Scan021 | Letter from Exide Batteries concerning the cost of screwed terminals and battery container dimensions. | ||
| View original record | COPY. X6137. EXIDE BATTERIES, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR. MANCHESTER. JBH/EK: SLI. 25th January 1932. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby. Dear Sirs, Your ref. Hs/Wst.2/AD. Replying to your letter of the 22nd… | ||
| Scan022 | The procurement of a 40/50 universal type battery for testing on chassis 19-EX in France. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Roy. from Hs/Wst. c. Ey. c. Wor. Hs/Wst.6/AD25.1.32. 40/50 UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY. With reference to our visit to Messrs. Chloride when we saw the new type 40/50 HP. chassis battery they had… | ||
| Scan023 | Letter from Exide Batteries regarding the cost difference between screwed terminals and taper pillars, and discussing battery container dimensions. | ||
| View original record | X6136 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY DEPOTS LONDON SHAFTESBURY AVE BIRMINGHAM DALE END MANCHESTER BRIDGE STREET BRISTOL BROADMEAD GLASGOW TUREEN STREET DUBLIN PEARSE STREET BELFAST… | ||
| Scan024 | Terminal connector prices and dimensional discrepancies for a universal type battery. | ||
| View original record | By. from Hs/Wst. c. By/RD. X6136 Hs/Wst.3/AD26.1.32. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY. X6137 Mr. Davis raised the question of the increased price of the terminal connectors for taper pillars on these batteries.… | ||
| Scan025 | Procurement of a two 6-volt unit battery from Chloride Co. for testing on the 20/25 model. | ||
| View original record | X6187 To E. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst5/AD26.1.32. JAPAN III BATTERY With reference to Hs/Wstl/AD22.1.32, we should be glad if you will say whether you wish us to get the Chloride Co. to make up for us a two… | ||
| Scan026 | The ordering of 20/25 batteries up to the end of the 'U' series. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Roy/Ms. from Hs/Wst. c. EY. Wor. Hs/Wst.7/AD26.1.32. 20/25 BATTERY Will you please note that we should definitely not commit ourselves to ordering any more batteries other than will be required… | ||
| Scan027 | Request to obtain a universal type battery for examination and testing on a 20/25 and Japan 3 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Roy. From Hs/Wst. C. to By. C. to Wor. Hs/Wst.5/MA.29. 1. 32. 20/25 AND JAPAN 3. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY. With reference to the above, E has now requested us to obtain one of these batteries,… | ||
| Scan028 | Request to obtain an Exide universal type battery for examination and testing on the 20/25 and Japan 3 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Roy: From Hs/Wst. C. to By. C. to Wor. Hs/Wst.5/MA.29. 1. 32. 20/25 AND JAPAN 3. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY. With reference to the above, E has now requested us to obtain one of these batteries,… | ||
| Scan029 | Standard substitute for the 20/25HP battery, applicable to the J.III model, and improvements to the battery fixing system. | ||
| View original record | Hs. from E. c. BY., DA/EV. X6137' E.5/G.29.1.32. ---------- X. 6137. J.III BATTERY. ---------- In reply to Hs/Wst.5/AD.26.1.32., it was agreed at Conference with WOR. on January 7th, that we should go… | ||
| Scan030 | Letter to Peto & Radford to arrange a visit to inspect and discuss universal R.R. chassis batteries and a similar type for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136 c. Ev. c. Roy. Hs/Wst.1/AD. January 29th, 1932. Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. C.G. Pritchett. Dear Sirs, Universal type R.R. chassis… | ||
| Scan031 | Letter from Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company regarding chassis batteries ready for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6136 DIRECTORS: SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F.C. GRAHAM MENZIES. G.R.N. MINCHIN. WILLIAM PETO. C.R.D. PRITCHETT. T.W. PRITCHETT. Telephone: RAINHAM 34 (3 LINES). Telegrams: "PRITCHETT, DAGENHAM.". Codes… | ||
| Scan032 | New contract price for the 40/50-HP Universal Type Battery from Chloride Co. | ||
| View original record | X6136. Hs/Wst. WST ROY/MS5/P.1.2.32. 40/50-HP UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY. Your ref. Hs/Wst6/AD.25.1.32. No doubt by this you have received the sample Battery from Chloride Co. - their reference being… | ||
| Scan033 | Request to obtain 3 pairs of K type connectors for testing new universal type batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6/36 Roy. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/AD2.2.32. In connection with the testing of the new universal type batteries we require 3 pairs of K type connectors (Nos. A81OM and A81ON constituting a pair) to suit… | ||
| Scan034 | Use of universal batteries on 25HP & J.3 models, tray modifications, and lid requirements. | ||
| View original record | BY. FROM DA/EV. X6137 DA/EV1/M2.2.32. X.6137 C. to SG. WOR. C. to HS. E. RR. BATTERIES - 25HP. & J. 3. We understand that it is proposed to use the universal batteries on the 25HP. and J. 3.,… | ||
| Scan035 | Letter to Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding proposals and a meeting for Universal Type R.R. and 20/25 chassis batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6136. Hs/Wst.3/AD. February 4th, 1932. Messrs, Peto & Radford Ltd. 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Universal Type R.R. Chassis Batteries. With reference to your letter of the 1st… | ||
| Scan036 | Letter from the National Accumulator Company regarding a works visit and the 20/25 chassis battery. | ||
| View original record | WST X6136 NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6368. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. 5th February, 1932.… | ||
| Scan037 | Particulars of proposed universal Exide batteries with dimensions for 40/50, 20/25, and J.3. models. | ||
| View original record | X 6136 DA. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.7/MA.5. 2. 32. X6137 BATTERY BOXES. With reference to your DA.4/M.3. 2. 32., we give below particulars of the proposed 40/50 and 20/25 and J. 3. universal type… | ||
| Scan038 | Requesting a new battery box for experimental car 27-EX to accommodate a new Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | X6/36 BY/RD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.10/MA.5. 2. 32. We wish to fit the Exide universal 40/50 battery to 27-EX in order to get running experience as soon as possible. The P & R sample can then be fitted… | ||
| Scan039 | Requesting a Universal Type 40/50 battery be fitted to chassis 27-EX for testing. | ||
| View original record | X6136 RHC. From Hs/Wst. c. to BY/RD. Hs/Wst.11/MA.5. 2. 32. UNIVERSAL TYPE 40/50 BATTERY. We now have one of these batteries for test. Will you please arrange to have it fitted to 27-EX inorder that… | ||
| Scan040 | Introducing a proposed new universal type battery for the 20/25 and J.III chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136. E. from Hs/Wst. c. Ev. Da. Hs/Wst.6/ADl1.2.32. 20/25 and J.III UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY We attach herewith particulars of the proposed new battery for the above chassis showing the dimensions… | ||
| Scan041 | Comparison of specifications for a proposed accumulator and an existing accumulator. | ||
| View original record | COPY. PROPOSED ACCUMULATOR. Dagenite container, without cover 2/3-BDHL-7-A. PER CELL. 3 Positive plates 5⅝" x 4¾" x 5/32" (plate body) 2 Negative Plates 5⅝" x 4¾" x ⅛" (plate body) Inter. 2 Negative… | ||
| Scan042 | Design of battery boxes and lids for the J. 3. & 25HP models. | ||
| View original record | HS/WST. FROM DA. Copy to - E. X6137 DA2/M11.2.32. X.6055 X.6137 J. 3. & 25HP. BATTERIES AND BATTERY BOXES. Replying to your HS/WST7/MA5232., we think we must have blueprints of these batteries, as… | ||
| Scan043 | Request to order a sample Peto & Radford 12 volt battery for testing on chassis 19-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Wst.7/MA.12.2.32. P & R UNIVERSAL TYPE 40/50 BATTERY. Messrs. Peto & Radford have now made up a sample 12 volt battery of the same type as regards… | ||
| Scan044 | Request to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co Ltd. for outline drawings of batteries for 20/25 HP and 40/50 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst.13/MA. February 12th, 1932. X6136 X6137 The Chloride Electrical Storage Co Ltd., Clifton Junction, Manchester. Dear Sirs, RR 40/50 and 20/25 HP chassis batteries. We should be glad if you… | ||
| Scan045 | Letter concerning high rate discharge tests and voltage comparisons between Exide and P&R batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6137. Hs/Wst.15/MA. February 12th, 1932. X6136 X6137 Peto & Radford, National Accumulator Co., 93, Great Portland St., W.I. For the attention of Mr. C. Pritchett Dear Sirs, I wish to thank you most… | ||
| Scan046 | Graph showing the discharge curves for two proposed Phantom II batteries. | ||
| View original record | DISCHARGE CURVES OF PROPOSED PHANTOM II BATTERY TAKEN ON ONE 6 VOLT UNIT VOLTS TIME (MINS.) EXIDE 3-XRR11-1H NATIONAL 3-BDH 11-A DISCHARGE CURRENT 185 AMPERES | ||
| Scan047 | Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford regarding a high-rate discharge test comparison between Exide and P & R batteries. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst15/MA. February 12th, 1932. X6137 Messrs. Peto & Radford, 93, Great Portland St. London, W.1. For the attention of Mr. C. Pritchett. Dear Sirs, I wish to thank you most cordially for the… | ||
| Scan048 | Graph showing the discharge curves of two proposed batteries for the Phantom II model. | ||
| View original record | DISCHARGE CURVES OF PROPOSED PHANTOM II BATTERY TAKEN ON ONE 6 VOLT UNIT EXIDE 3-XRR11-1H NATIONAL 3-BDH 11-A VOLTS TIME (MINS.) DISCHARGE CURRENT 185 AMPERES | ||
| Scan049 | Comparison of specifications for a proposed and an existing accumulator for the 40/50 HP model. | ||
| View original record | WORKS CORRESPONDENCE P+R FROM Mr. DATE 19-2-32 TO Mr. RE Rolls-Royce - 40/50 H.P. x6136 PROPOSED ACCUMULATOR. Dagenite Container without cover, 2/3-BDHL-11-A. Per Cell. 5 Positive Plates 5 5/8"W x 4… | ||
| Scan050 | Letter from battery supplier Peto & Radford concerning tests and supply of new batteries for 40/50 HP and 20/25 HP cars. | ||
| View original record | Y6136. Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:-Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTORS SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES. C. R.… | ||
| Scan051 | Letter from Exide Batteries confirming the dispatch of drawings for new universal batteries for the 20/25 and 40/50 model chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6126 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY Exide BATTERIES (PROPRIETORS: THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED) CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER DEPOTS LONDON SHAFTESBURY AVE… | ||
| Scan052 | Visit to Peto & Radford Co. regarding the development and comparison of universal type batteries. | ||
| View original record | Wor. from Hs/Wst. Sg. c. E. By. Da. X6136 Hs/Wst.2/AM5.2.32. X6137 UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERIES We visited the Peto & Radford Co's Works on Wednesday last to talk over with them proposals for a new 20/25… | ||
| Scan053 | Universal batteries for 20/25 and J.III cars, discussing part numbers and the merits of different battery lid types. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst.5/AML1.2.32 contd. -2- With regard to the 20/25 and J.III batteries, they have looked into the question of the universal battery for these cars and find that they can give us practically the… | ||
| Scan054 | Standardisation of an Exide battery type 6XSM7-IL for chassis parts. | ||
| View original record | RR 785 (10H) (8459. 24-10-30) 6/3185. N642. COMPLETED 16.2.32. STANDARDISATION of CHASSIS PARTS. Date 4. 1. 32 Description of Parts. Exide battery type 6XSM7-IL in moulded ebonite container with lid.… | ||
| Scan055 | Standardization of chassis parts form detailing the first chassis to receive a new part and the date of testing. | ||
| View original record | STANDARDISATION OF CHASSIS PARTS The number of the first chassis on which the new part will be fitted......... 176 in 'T' Date when chassis will be handed to test 12. 3. 32. Cost of scrapped material,… | ||
| Scan056 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford comparing the performance of their battery with a competitor's Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRCTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. P. G. GRAHAM MENZIES. C R. D.… | ||
| Scan057 | Design considerations for J.3. and 25 HP batteries, focusing on lids and acid proofing. | ||
| View original record | Da. from Hs/Wst. c. E. X6137 Hs/Wst.1/ADL9.2.32. J.3. and 25 HP. BATTERIES With reference to your Da2/Mll.2.32 we attach one print each of the drawings in question. With regard to battery box lids,… | ||
| Scan058 | Proposed universal battery not fitting the 20/25 HP chassis, requesting recommendations for a modified fixing. | ||
| View original record | X6137 WST [STAMP] FEB 24 c. Hs. BY/Cgh.16/G.23.2.32. RE 20/25 HP. CHASSIS - BATTERY. With reference to the proposed universal type battery, we find that this will not go into the box with the present… | ||
| Scan059 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the dispatch of two experimental 3-BDHL11-A batteries for a 40/50 Chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:—Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES. C. R. D.… | ||
| Scan060 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding obsolete celluloid discs and a new standardised 6-volt battery for the 20/25 HP car. | ||
| View original record | X6136. Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:- Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD, F. G. GRAHAM MENZIES, C. R.… | ||
| Scan061 | Letter from Peto and Radford proposing new universal type batteries for the 40/50 and 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6136 PETO AND RADFORD, DAGENHAM DOCK, ESSEX. CGFP/GL. 10th March 1932. X6137 Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby For the attention of Mr. West. Dear Sirs, We enclose herewith our drawings Nos. A.2101 and… | ||
| Scan062 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding drawings for new 'Universal' type batteries for the 40/50 and 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: -Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES, C. R. D.… | ||
| Scan063 | Confirming a request for a National Accumulator battery to be passed on upon arrival. | ||
| View original record | Roy/Ms. from Hs/Wst. X6054 Hs/Wst.4/AD22.3.32. NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR TYPE 6-TBS7-A. We confirm having asked you to wire for a battery to D.5237O of the above type. We should be glad if you will arrange… | ||
| Scan064 | Letter from Peto & Radford concerning the dispatch of two 3BDHL7-A batteries for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: -Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTOR SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. C. GRAHAM MENZIES. C R. D.… | ||
| Scan065 | Requesting an order for a sample universal type battery from the National Accumulator Co. for testing. | ||
| View original record | Roy. from Hs/Wst. X6/37 Hs/Wst.1/AD2.4.32. 20/25 AND J.3 UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY The National Accumulator Co. have now made up for us a sample battery similar to the one we have received from the… | ||
| Scan066 | Confirming a conversation about a scheme to test universal type batteries on the 20/25 and J.3 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Da. from Hs/Wst. c: E. Hs/Wst.2/AD2.4.32. 20/25 and J.3. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERIES We wish to confirm our conversation of Thursday when we raised the question of a suitable scheme for… | ||
| Scan067 | Sourcing of batteries from Exide and National Accumulator Co. for J.3, 25HP, and Peregrine models. | ||
| View original record | FROM DA/EV. WST X6137 DA/EV2/M12.4.32. Copy to - HS/WST. re. BATTERIES. J. 3., 25HP., & PEREGRINE. You will recollect that you were going to find out for us whether Exide could supply the universal… | ||
| Scan068 | Request to arrange the fitting of a universal type Exide battery to a 25-EX chassis for a road test. | ||
| View original record | X6136. RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.3. 5. 32. UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERY ON 25-EX. Will you please arrange to fit one of these batteries (Exide) to 25-EX for road test. These batteries will fit the L.H.… | ||
| Scan069 | Requesting a scheme to try out universal type batteries on an experimental 20/25 chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6137 Da. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.11.5.32. 20/25 UNIVERSAL TYPE BATTERIES. With further reference to our Hs/Wst.2/AD.2.4.32., we are anxious to try out on our expl 20/25 chassis samples of the above… | ||
| Scan070 | Instruction regarding the fitting of a Universal type battery and a new battery box for chassis 20-EX. | ||
| View original record | X6136 RHC. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.24.5.32. CHASSIS 20-EX. X6084 Further to our Hs/Wst.7/AD.19.5.32., referring to the electrical equipment of the above chassis, will you please add to the list of… | ||
| Scan071 | Letter from Exide Batteries detailing battery specifications and options for a Bentley Sports car. | ||
| View original record | X6148 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY DEPOTS LONDON SHAFTESBURY AVE BIRMINGHAM DALE END MANCHESTER BRIDGE STREET BRISTOL BROADMEAD GLASGOW TUREEN STREET DUBLIN PEARSE STREET BELFAST… | ||
| Scan072 | Letter from Exide Batteries detailing specifications for modified and alternative car batteries. | ||
| View original record | Exide Batteries Continuation No. 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Details of the modified battery which we have called type 6-XRM 7-1ML, are given in the enclosed blue print GC.55388, which also shews a… | ||
| Scan073 | Letter from a battery supplier discussing options and modifications for a Bentley Sports Chassis battery. | ||
| View original record | 5/32 1/8 3/32 X6148 7 11 NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6388. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. WST ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. 26th… | ||
| Scan074 | Continuation letter from the National Accumulator Company regarding ebonite and wood separator options for the Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR CO.. LTD. (CONTINUATION) Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 26th August, 1932. have ebonite separators as well as wood and we have been working on this in all proposals for the Bentley… | ||
| Scan075 | Letter from the National Accumulator Company discussing battery specifications and alternatives for a sports engine. | ||
| View original record | NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6368. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. WST 1st September, 1932. Messrs.… | ||
| Scan076 | Internal request to order a standard 20/25 HP chassis and battery for car GLN.60. | ||
| View original record | X6053 To ROY. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/KT.1.9.32. LP's CAR - GLN.60. Will you please order for us for the above car, to Order No. 429, one present standard 20/25 HP chassis, battery in moulded container.… | ||
| Scan077 | Alternative battery options and recommendations for the Peregrine model. | ||
| View original record | Ry. from Hs/Wst. c. E. c. Roy. X6148 Hs/Wst.2/AD2.9.32. PEREGRINE BATTERIES It has been generally agreed that the existing Peregrine battery is too small when based on the 20 ampere hour rate of… | ||
| Scan078 | Battery options and their suitability for the Peregrine and Bensport chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- Two of type 6.CLD-11A which with the addition of ebonite separators will increase the reliability of the battery. One of type 6.BPHL-9 which will give us longer life but slightly at the expense of… | ||
| Scan079 | Order for various Exide and Dagenite batteries for the 'Peregrine II' chassis. | ||
| View original record | X6148 ROY c - RHC. c - Hs/Wst. BY/RD6/W.2-9-32. Re :- "Peregrine II". - Battery Box - Will you please order the following Batteries for the above chassis :- 1 off - Exide 6-XCMR11-1ML. 2 off - Exide… | ||
| Scan080 | Letter to the National Accumulator Co. Ltd regarding Dagenite accumulators received for testing without charging instructions. | ||
| View original record | X6148 Hs/Wst.8/KT. Oct. 13th, 1932. The National Accumulator Co. Ltd, 93, Gt. Portland Street, London. W.1. Dear Sirs, Dagenite Accumulators. We have now received from you two type 6.GLD.11-A, and one… | ||
| Scan081 | Letter from Peto & Radford providing accumulator charging rates for instruction labels. | ||
| View original record | X6148 Manufacturers of P. & R. Accumulators. ESTABLISHED 1889. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors:-Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. DIRECTORS SIR ARCHIBALD G. GOLD. F. G. GRAHAM MENZIES. C. R. D.… | ||
| Scan082 | Return of cracked Dagenite accumulators to the makers for repair. | ||
| View original record | X6148 ROY/MS. c. G/Mt. c. D/BP. Hs/Wst.10/KT.24.10.32. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS. We are sending into the Stores 2 type 6GLDH/SG, and one type 6BGD9/SG Dagenite accumulators. Will you please arrange to… | ||
| Scan083 | Cracking issues found in G.E.C. battery containers and a preference for 'Dagenite' material. | ||
| View original record | X6148. C. Roy/Ms. Hs/Wst.4/MA. October 28th. 1932. Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. For the attention of Mr.Mckinnon. Dear Sirs, With… | ||
| Scan084 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding the materials used for battery containers. | ||
| View original record | THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, Nr. MANCHESTER. Our reference.... ECM/LJ Your reference... ROY/MS19/P. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., Derby. 25th. October,… | ||
| Scan085 | Inquiry to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding the material composition of batteries. | ||
| View original record | ROY/MS19/P. 24th October, 1932. Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, MANCHESTER. Dear Sirs, Order No.37265 dated 17th inst. With reference to the three Batteries Type… | ||
| Scan086 | Letter to Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding loose terminal lugs on batteries in an experimental chassis, which was resolved by tightening the gland nuts. | ||
| View original record | X6136 Hs/Wst.3/AD. October 28th, 1932. Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd. Dagenham Dock, Romford, Essex. For the attention of Mr.Preston. Dear Sirs, On the occasion of Mr.Preston's recent visit to our Works… | ||
| Scan087 | Letter detailing the results of a 20-hour rate discharge test on two Dagenite accumulators. | ||
| View original record | X6107 Hs/Wst.11/KT. January 11th 1933. Messrs Peto & Radford Ltd, Dagenham Dock, Romford, Essex. FOR the attention of Mr.Preston. Dear Sirs, We have now carried out a 20 hour rate discharge test on… | ||
| Scan088 | Letter to Messrs Peto & Radford Ltd regarding the availability of spare apparatus. | ||
| View original record | Messrs Peto & Radford Ltd, -2- on the occasion of your visit to look into the question of what spare apparatus you could let us have for this purpose. If there is no spare apparatus available do not… | ||
| Scan089 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford regarding Dagenite battery test results and capacity discrepancies. | ||
| View original record | XG107 TELEPHONE TELEGRAMS RAINHAM 34 (ESSEX) ESTABLISHED 1882. THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. Manufacturers… | ||
| Scan090 | Letter apologising for a mistake in battery type numbers in previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | X6107 Hs/Wst.5/KT. January 20th 1933. Messrs Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, Essex. For the attention of Mr.K.Preston. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 18th inst. ref. KP/7, and hasten to… | ||
| Scan091 | Letter from a battery supplier concerning battery failures and an order for experimental Bentley batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86107. NATIONAL ACCUMULATOR COMPANY LIMITED. TELEPHONE: SLOANE 6368. TELEGRAMS: NATIONACCU, SOWEST, LONDON. ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON, S. W. I. 7th February, 1933. Messrs.… | ||
| Scan092 | Letter to a battery supplier regarding an order for Bentley chassis batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86107. Hs/Wst.4/AD. February 8th, 1933. The National Accumulator Co.Ltd. 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. For the attention of MR. G.R.N.Minchin. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| Scan093 | Internal order for three Dagenite accumulators for an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | x6107. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.10.2.33. BENSPORT BATTERIES. Will you please order for the above Expl. chassis to order No.54107 :- 3 Dagenite accumulators, two of type 6BGD9-SG and one type… | ||
| Scan094 | Alternative battery options to allow for modifications to the rear end of the Phantom II for increased passenger foot room. | ||
| View original record | TO. HS/Wst. from EV. RE BATTERY. PHANTOM. II. We are setting out some changes to the rear end of the Phantom II. with a view to getting room to allow of adequate wells for the feet of the rear… | ||
| Scan095 | Rejection of a standard battery for the Phantom II (40/50) model and requesting dimensions for a custom one. | ||
| View original record | x605'4. DA/EV. from Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.12/KT.21.3.33. P.II BATTERY. Answering your EV4/20.3.33. we cannot agree to the use of a standard plate battery on the 40/50 such as the 3.EMll-A. National, but we… | ||
| Scan096 | Internal request to order one Exide battery type 6XSM7-1L. | ||
| View original record | 84642 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.21.4.33. Will you please order for us to order No. 54106 one Exide battery type 6XSM7-1L complete with cover. Hs/Wst. | ||
| Scan097 | Request to return a damaged Exide battery, type 6-XSM7-1L, for repair after its container was cracked on an experimental chassis. | ||
| View original record | 4642 To Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to C/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.2/MJ.5.5.33. EXIDE BATTERY TYPE 6-XSM7-1L. Will you please return to the Exide Co. for repair an Exide battery of the above type which has been… | ||
| Scan098 | Options for an experimental battery for N.Sch.3712, including modifications to plates and casing. | ||
| View original record | 6021 DA/EV. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.5/MA.15.5.33. Re. EXPERIMENTAL BATTERY FOR N.Sch.3712. As requested we have been looking into the question of whether we can obtain a suitable battery having… | ||
| Scan099 | Battery selection and housing for an experimental car. | ||
| View original record | TO HS/WST. FROM EV. COPY TO E WST EVI/25.5.33. 86021. RE BATTERY FOR N.Sch.37I2. 27.EX. P.2. We thank you for your Hs/Wst5/MA.I5.5.33. and note your remarks. It would appear to us that for this first… | ||
| Scan100 | Battery housing, recommending against a wooden crate and suggesting two six-volt units for easier withdrawal. | ||
| View original record | 86021. EV. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. Hs/Wst.1/MA.27.5.33. Re. BATTERY FOR N.Sch.3712. Replying to your EV.1/25.5.33., we do not at all recommend the wooden crate battery as we consider this method of… | ||
| Scan101 | Specifications and performance comparison of two types of Bentley batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86107. WST To MGR. from E. c.c. Hs. By. H. HCY. (Struck through) Hs/Wst. Wg/Wby. (Struck through) re Bentley Batteries. We had Mr Minchin here this morning to discuss the question of the Bentley… | ||
| Scan102 | Summary of the reasons for deciding on the 9-plate battery for the Bentley. | ||
| View original record | - 2 - E.6/HF.20.6.33. ---------------- two types so that on the whole it was felt that the 9 plate battery was the more suitable one for the Bentley. Summarizing the above, the following give the… | ||
| Scan103 | Details, dimensions, and condition report for 9 and 11 plate Exide and Dagenite batteries. | ||
| View original record | Details and dimensions of 9 and 11 plate Exide and Dagenite batteries. Condition of 11 plate Dagenite after running 18.000 miles in 6 months. There was no appreciable strain on either the positive or… | ||
| Scan104 | Table comparing performance data and weights for different battery types. | ||
| View original record | at the 10 hour rate and 20 hour rate | BATTERY MAKE AND TYPE | AVERAGE CURRENT TO 8 VOLTS AND TIME | AVERAGE AMPERE MINUTES TO 8 VOLTS | AVERAGE DISCHARGE FOR 5 MINS TO 8 VOLTS | 10 HOUR-RATE | 20… | ||
| Scan105 | The construction and components of a battery cell. | ||
| View original record | The space at the bottom of cell is .8 inches and acid space at the top 1 3/8". The posts are of taper type and are connected by lead links burned to the posts. The plates are held to the cell lid by a… | ||
| Scan106 | Specifications and dimensions for positive and negative plates. | ||
| View original record | Thickness. Positive 7/64" Negative 3/32" Depth. positive and negative to feet bottom . 5 1/8" to bottom of plate 5" Width of set of plates Positive 1 1/2 in. Negative 1 1/8 in. from feet bottom to top… | ||
| Scan107 | With measurements for positive and negative battery plates. | ||
| View original record | "From end of feet to top of tapper post is 8in " " " " " " lug 5 7/8in Width of set of plates is 1 1/2 in. negative plate Width 5 9/16 Thickness 1/8 Depth from top of plates To end of feet 5 in. to… | ||
| Scan108 | Technical drawing of a ribbed wood separator used in the construction of Dagenite batteries. | ||
| View original record | 5.593" .500" .437" .032" .064" 5.685" .093" .281" RIBBED WOOD SEPARATOR USED IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF DAGENITE BATTERIES (BENSPORT). | ||
| Scan109 | Technical memorandum comparing the performance, weight, and capacity of Bensport batteries against standard and other models. | ||
| View original record | 86107. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor. c. to Sg. c. to By. c. to PN. c. to Da. Hs/Wst.8/MA.23.6.33. BENSPORT BATTERIES. We attach herewith blue prints showing curves of the high rate discharge tests… | ||
| Scan110 | The choice of battery for the Bensport, comparing its performance to the standard 20/25 model. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.8/MA.23.6.33. Cont'd. It will be seen from these figures that the battery we have chosen for the Bensport will be capable of giving the same lighting performance as the standard 20/25 but… | ||
| Scan111 | Letter to Mr. E.C. McKinnon of The Chloride Elec. Storage Co. Ltd. requesting a meeting to discuss battery modifications for a 40/50 chassis and a new chassis design. | ||
| View original record | x86021 Hs/Wst.9/MA. August 1st., 1933. Mr.E.C.McKinnon, Messrs. The Chloride Elec.Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. Dear Mr.McKinnon, In connection with a modification to our 40/50… | ||
| Scan112 | Urgent request to order a replacement Exide battery for an experimental Morris Cowley chassis. | ||
| View original record | x4642. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.28.8.33. BATTERY FOR MORRIS COWLEY. Will you please order one Exide type 6-XCM9-1ML battery for fitting to the Experimental Morris Cowley chassis. This is urgently… | ||
| Scan113 | Letter from a supplier regarding technical data and design specifications for a new battery. | ||
| View original record | COPY 86021 THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, Nr. MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. Our reference CPL/LJ. Your reference E.5/HP.… | ||
| Scan114 | Specification sheet detailing two proposed battery types with their dimensions, weight, and capacity. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs.RollsRoyce Ltd., Separation - Wood and ebonite. Overall Dimensions - 22 1/4" long x 7 3/8" wide x 9 5/16" high without cover, or 9 15/16" high with cover. Weight - Without cover 88 lbs. dry… | ||
| Scan115 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Ltd., signed by the Chief Engineer, listing enclosures. | ||
| View original record | -3- Messrs.Rolls-Royce Ltd., designs to be suitable for your purpose, and we shall be at your service for any additional information which you may desire. Yours faithfully, THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL… | ||
| Scan116 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. inquiring about an intermediate battery with specific capacity and weight requirements. | ||
| View original record | 84642 c. to E. Hs/Wst.4/MA. September 1st., 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. For the attention of Mr.E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sir, We beg to thank… | ||
| Scan117 | Letter from a battery supplier proposing an alternative battery specification. | ||
| View original record | 86021. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES:- BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| Scan118 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company detailing battery specifications and alternatives. | ||
| View original record | THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED -2- 4th September, 1933. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Thickness of positive plates - 1/8" " " negative " - 1/8" intermediate and end. Plate pitch - 1/2".… | ||
| Scan119 | Letter from a battery supplier comparing the specifications of two suggested battery types. | ||
| View original record | -3- THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED 4th September, 1933. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Plate Pitch - ½". You will note that whereas this 6 XHRll/1 battery does not show any reduction in… | ||
| Scan120 | Letter from Dagenite Accumulators regarding efforts to reduce the weight of a Bentley battery cover and batteries for a special chassis. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF ACCUMULATORS FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co., Ltd. 50 GROSVENOR GARDENS LONDON, S.W.1.… | ||
| Scan121 | Letter to A.O. Elliott regarding dynamo arrangements and voltage regulation. | ||
| View original record | A.O. Elliott, Esq., 4th September, 1933. what your dynamo arrangements are at the moment, whether you have a half charge switch or some form of voltage regulator but if there is something of this sort… | ||
| Scan122 | Letter to the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. requesting a dimensioned sketch and mud space specifications for a battery. | ||
| View original record | 84642. Hs/Wst.4/MA. September 5th., 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, Nr.MANCHESTER. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 4th. inst. reference CPL/AW and in… | ||
| Scan123 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding battery specifications and an enclosed drawing. | ||
| View original record | 84642. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER.… | ||
| Scan124 | Special battery for the Vulture chassis, attaching correspondence from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 4642. E. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.7.9.33. BATTERY FOR VULTURE CHASSIS. We send you herewith copies of two letters we have received from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., referring to a special… | ||
| Scan125 | Letter to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding specifications for a Special Phantom II battery and enquiries about Bentley chassis batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Hs/Wst.1/MA. September 12th., 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Re. Special Phantom II Battery. Dear Sirs, Referring again to your… | ||
| Scan126 | The guarantee for different thick plate batteries for the Bentley and 40/50 chassis. | ||
| View original record | -2- We are anxious for the fullest information you can give us of all the possible types available for the chassis we have specified in order that we may decide to the best advantage. As you are… | ||
| Scan127 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the performance and potential supply of a Dagenite accumulator. | ||
| View original record | X4642 MANUFACTURERS OF ACCUMULATORS FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors : Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co., Ltd. 50 GROSVENOR GARDENS LONDON,… | ||
| Scan128 | Letter requesting a sample 6.BGD11/SC battery for testing and a price comparison. | ||
| View original record | 84642 Hs/Wst.3/MA. 15th., September 1933. Mr. G.R.N. Minchin, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, Mr. Elliott has passed on your letter of the 13th instant to me. I think the best… | ||
| Scan129 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company discussing battery specifications for the Phantom II. | ||
| View original record | 86021 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| Scan130 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company detailing the specifications for a 6-XHR11-LL battery. | ||
| View original record | -2- THE CHLORIDE ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. 6-XHR11-LL type with 7/16" plate pitch, so that you will be able to compare this with the data given for the same type with… | ||
| Scan131 | Letter to a battery supplier requesting a dimensioned drawing, a sample for testing, and comparing battery life. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Hs/Wst.2/MA. 18th., September 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. For the attention of Mr.E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sir, We thank you for your letter of the… | ||
| Scan132 | Letter from a battery supplier confirming they are preparing a 6BGD11-SC battery and requesting an official order. | ||
| View original record | WORKS: DAGENHAM DOCK, ESSEX. CODES USED: BENTLEYS, OR A.B.C. 5TH EDITION Handwritten: 84642. Telephone No SLOANE 7164 (5 LINES.) Telegrams "STORAGE, SOWEST, LONDON" PRITCHETT & GOLD AND E. P. S.… | ||
| Scan133 | Letter to Messrs. Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S., Co. Ltd. regarding an order for a special 6 BGD11-SC battery. | ||
| View original record | 84642 Hs/Wst.7/MA. 19th., September 1933. G.R.Minchin Esq., Messrs.Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.,Co.Ltd., 50,Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr.Minchin, I am arranging with Mr.Royce to send you… | ||
| Scan134 | Order request for a special Phantom II battery from Messrs. Peto & Radford. | ||
| View original record | 86054. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.6/MA.19.9.33. SPECIAL PHANTOM II BATTERY. Will you please place an order with Messrs.Peto & Radford for one "Dagenite" battery type 6BGD11-SC complete with cover and… | ||
| Scan135 | Letter from a battery supplier discussing a sample 6-XHR11-LL battery for testing and observations on dynamo control systems. | ||
| View original record | 86021 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1.… | ||
| Scan136 | Letter from a supplier regarding battery life statistics for standard 40/50 and 20/25 batteries. | ||
| View original record | THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED -2- Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. Regarding the last sentence of your letter, we have no tabulated statistics showing the life obtained from your present… | ||
| Scan137 | Letter from Pritchett & Gold regarding an order for a 6BGD11-SC battery, discussing pricing and alternative specifications. | ||
| View original record | 84642. WORKS: DAGENHAM DOCK, ESSEX. CODES USED: BENTLEY'S, OR A.B.C. 5TH EDITION. Telephone No SLOANE 7164 (5 LINES.) Telegrams "STORAGE, SOWEST, LONDON" PRITCHETT & GOLD AND E. P. S. COMPANY,… | ||
| Scan138 | Letter to a supplier regarding battery specifications for a Bentley chassis, specifically the container and holding down bolts. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.2/MA. 22nd., September 1933. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. For the attention of Mr.E.C.McKinnon. Dear Sir, We beg to thank you… | ||
| Scan139 | Battery cell failure, its effect on charging, and voltage regulator performance. | ||
| View original record | -2- Referring to your third paragraph we should not expect the changes of the ohmic resistance of the battery to seriously affect the performance of the regulator. For instance supposing one cell… | ||
| Scan140 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company discussing battery supply and arranging a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 86021. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. TELEPHONES:- SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS:-… | ||
| Scan141 | Use of alternative Bentley-type batteries for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | x6107 To E. from ROY. c.c. to Hs/Wst. ROY5/MG27.9.33 Batteries You will recollect it was suggested that in due course the Bentley Type Batteries, i.e. Chloride...... 6.XHR.9-IML Peto & Radford… | ||
| Scan142 | Unsuitability of using a Bentley type battery on the 20/25 model with the current dynamo system. | ||
| View original record | 86107 E. From Hs/Wst. c. to Roy. Hs/Wst.6/MA.28.9.33. BATTERIES. Referring to Roy.5/MG.27.9.33 we could not entertain the idea of using the Bentley type of battery on the 20/25 until such times as we… | ||
| Scan143 | From 'E' to 'ROY' regarding the change to Bentley-type batteries and dynamos for the 20/25 HP model. | ||
| View original record | r610) To ROY. from E. c. Hs/Wst. By/(PP) [text has been struck through] E.6/HP.28.9.33. re Batteries. -------- Thank you for your reminder - ROY.5/MG.27.9.33 re 20/25 HP. batteries. We are counting on… | ||
| Scan144 | Letter to Peto & Radford regarding a cracked sample battery container. | ||
| View original record | c. to Roy. c. to G/MT. ----------- 64642. Hs/Wst.4/MA. 29th September, 1933. Messrs.Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, We have now received the sample 6BCD11SC battery but upon… | ||
| Scan145 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding cracks on a 6-BDG11.SC battery container. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34 (ESSEX) ESTABLISHED 1882. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company, Limited. Manufacturers of P. & R. and Dagenite Accumulators. LONDON OFFICE: 50,… | ||
| Scan146 | Internal order request for spare parts for a Pritchett & Gold battery for the Experimental Electrical Laboratory. | ||
| View original record | 84642. EJJ. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.9.10.33. SPARES FOR FALL PRITCHETT & GOLD BATTERY IN EXPERIMENTAL ELECTRICAL LABORATORY. Will you please order for us the following items for the above battery :-… | ||
| Scan147 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company Ltd discussing a new battery type, metal inserts, and a proposed new vent plug design. | ||
| View original record | 8 6021. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR MANCHESTER. TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS:… | ||
| Scan148 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding a new design for battery sample plugs. | ||
| View original record | -2- Messrs.Rolls-Royce, Ltd. shown you by Mr.Lockton, but having the finger ribs at about 45º instead of 90º in order further to protect the gas exit holes from the access of dirt. We will arrange to… | ||
| Scan149 | Letter to The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding feedback on a battery acid indicator and proposing collaboration on a new device. | ||
| View original record | (4457) Hs/Wst.2/MA. 16th October, 1933. Mr.E.C.McKinnon, Messrs.The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. Dear Mr.McKinnon, Many thanks for your letter of… | ||
| Scan150 | Letter requesting confidential information regarding the performance of a new Alklum Battery. | ||
| View original record | -2- We should very much like information on the new Alklum Battery in which cadmium and iron are used as the active elements. We are informed that this battery gives an extraordinary performance and… | ||
| Scan151 | Letter from a battery supplier regarding a device to measure electrolyte levels and the advantages of Alklum batteries. | ||
| View original record | 844 S7. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S,… | ||
| Scan152 | Letter concerning the dispatch of a sample battery and a delay in providing sample vent plugs. | ||
| View original record | ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY 86021 THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S, LIEBER'S,… | ||
| Scan153 | Inquiry regarding the features of a battery on chassis 27-EX and potential alternatives. | ||
| View original record | Hs/Wst. WST 8605'3, BY/RD7/W.9.1.34. BATTERY ON 27-EX. Could you please let us know the special features,if any,of the Battery 6.BGD.11SC,fitted to the above chassis. I imagine this is a Dagenite… | ||
| Scan154 | Technical note comparing the specifications and received condition of Dagenite and Exide batteries. | ||
| View original record | 27 EX Battery. Exide 6XHR11-IML Dagenite 6BGD.11SG This battery, 6BGD.11SG is assembled in a 6 compartment Dagenite container. Each cell is connected by lead links burned to the posts. The output… | ||
| Scan155 | Note on recharging an Exide battery and conducting a capacity test on a Dagenite battery. | ||
| View original record | Should be carried out. Therefore by recharging the Exide battery this would give it a more stable condition than the Dagenite thus if a capacity test was carried out on the Dagenite again it would be… | ||
| Scan156 | Urgent internal order for two standard 40/50 chassis batteries for experimental chassis 22-EX and 28-EX. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.16.1.34. BATTERIES FOR 40/50 EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS. Will you please order for us from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co., two standard 40/50 chassis batteries… | ||
| Scan157 | Letter requesting the specification and dimensioned drawing for an Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Hs/Wst.5/MA. 16th January, 1934. The Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Clifton Junction, Nr.Manchester. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us have a complete specification and outline dimensioned… | ||
| Scan158 | Request to Peto & Radford Ltd. for a complete specification and dimensioned drawing of a 6BGD-11SC battery. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Hs/Wst.6/MA. 16th January, 1934. Messrs.Peto & Radford Ltd., Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us have a complete specification and outline dimensioned drawing of the Peto &… | ||
| Scan159 | Exide battery equivalent for a Dagenite battery, including capacity and plate thickness. | ||
| View original record | x6021. By/RD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.16.1.34. Answering your By/RD.7/W.9.1.34 the Exide battery equivalent to the Dagenite 6 BGD11SC is the type 6XHR11-1ML. Both of these batteries have double… | ||
| Scan160 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company acknowledging a previous letter and confirming a drawing and specification will be sent. | ||
| View original record | 86021 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED EXIDE WORKS, LONDON OFFICE, 137, VICTORIA STREET, S.W.1. CLIFTON JUNCTION, Nr MANCHESTER.… | ||
| Scan161 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the dispatch of general assembly drawing No. A.2239 for a 6.BGD11/SC battery. | ||
| View original record | 86021 TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan162 | Order request for batteries for the Experimental 40/50 & Vulture Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.5/MA.18.1.34. EXPERIMENTAL 40/50 & VULTURE CHASSIS. BATTERIES. Will you please order from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co., one type 6XHR11 - 1ML Exide battery in… | ||
| Scan163 | The procurement of batteries for starting tests and a proposal for standardization on the 40/50 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST 86021 Hs/Wst. BY/RD9/W.18.1.34. 40/50 H.P.Chassis. - Battery - We think it is important that you should obtain one or two more batteries of the one piece type,similar to the one fitted on 27-EX,… | ||
| Scan164 | Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company sending two copies of drawing No. GD59039 for an Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | L6021 ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S, LIEBERS,… | ||
| Scan165 | Layout blueprint for the 6-XHR11-1ML battery. | ||
| View original record | PLAN Nᵒ GD 59039 Table of Specifications: Container: Dagenite Container Cover: Dagenite Cell Lids: Ebonite Plates Pos: 5/16" W. 4BL. BT Plates Inter: " Plates Neg: .097" Plates End: " Plate… | ||
| Scan166 | Blueprint for an Exide 6-XHR11-1ML battery proposed for the 40/50 standard with voltage control. | ||
| View original record | 86021. By/RD. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.3/MA.20.1.34. We send you herewith blueprint we have received giving details of the Exide 6-XHR11-1ML battery proposed for 40/50 standard with voltage control.… | ||
| Scan167 | Letter to Packard Motor Car Co. requesting information and a sample of a low-maintenance battery. | ||
| View original record | J 6021. Expl. Dept. Hs/Wst.7/MJ. 28th. January, 1936. The Packard Motor Car Co., Detroit, U.S.A. For the attention of Mr. W. Griswold. Dear Sir, We notice from the American press that the Packard… | ||
| Scan168 | Request to order a Peto and Radford type 6BGD9-SG battery for Experimental Chassis 21G4. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.5.2.34. EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS 21G4. Will you please order for this chassis to order No.54105 one Peto and Radford type 6BGD9-SG battery in Dagenite container.… | ||
| Scan169 | Letter to Peto & Radford Co. Ltd. to arrange a meeting to discuss a new 40/50 HP battery. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.5/MA. 8th February, 1934. Messrs.Peto & Radford Co.Ltd., Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, We shall be glad if you will kindly arrange for a representative to visit us to discuss certain… | ||
| Scan170 | Letter to Peto & Radford requesting a meeting to discuss future 40/50 chassis battery requirements. | ||
| View original record | x6021. Hs/Wst.1/MA. 12th February, 1934. Messrs.Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. For the attention of Mr.G.R.N.Minchin. Dear Sir, We thank you for yours of the 10th instant reference W/5… | ||
| Scan171 | Letter from Peto & Radford arranging a visit to discuss battery requirements for the 40/50 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86021. TELEPHONE RAINHAM, 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan172 | Letter to Mr. H.E. West confirming travel arrangements for a lunch meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | TELEGRAMS, "STORAGE, SOWEST, LONDON." TELEPHONE, SLOANE 7184. 86021 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.I. 17th February, 1934. H.E. West, Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., DERBY. Dear Mr. West, I received your… | ||
| Scan173 | Internal request to order Blankol Oil for a Pritchett & Gould battery. | ||
| View original record | ROY. 86021 Hs/Wst.7/KW.23.2.34. Will you please order for us from the Peto & Radford Co., to Order No. 811, one tin of Blankol Oil, for covering the acid in the cells of our large Pritchett & Gould… | ||
| Scan174 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding a mistaken identity of a G.E.C. battery container. | ||
| View original record | 86021. TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan175 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford regarding a catalogue for civil aircraft accumulators. | ||
| View original record | 86053. TELEPHONE} RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS} (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50. GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors :- Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan176 | Request to order two ebonite cell lids with stoppers for an Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | r6053 Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.4/MA.22.3.34. EXIDE BATTERY TYPE 6XHR9/1ML. Will you please order for us for the above type battery two ebonite cell lids complete with stoppers to order No.54101.… | ||
| Scan177 | Letter from a battery supplier regarding an order and providing advice on filling procedures to prevent cracking. | ||
| View original record | 86053. TELEPHONE} RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS} (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan178 | Letter to supplier Peto & Radford regarding the specification and testing of new batteries with moulded ebonite containers. | ||
| View original record | 86053 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Wst.4/KW. 24th March, 1934. Messrs. Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, Essex. For the attention of Mr. C.G.F.Pritchett. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 23rd inst.… | ||
| Scan179 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding a battery name change and container supply. | ||
| View original record | -86053. [Stamp Text 1: RADIO MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION RMA] [Stamp Text 2: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS SMMT] [Stamp Text 3: BRITISH ELECTRICAL AND ALLIED MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION… | ||
| Scan180 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers PETO & RADFORD concerning the provision of sample batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86053. TELEPHONE } RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS } (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and… | ||
| Scan181 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding a delay in supplying new battery samples for the 40/50 HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | 46021. TELEPHONE} RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS} (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50 GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan182 | Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding P.& R. batteries and their containers. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Hs/Wst.2/MA. 23rd May, 1934. Messrs.Peto & Radford Ltd., Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. For the attention of Mr.G.W.Pritchett. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of the 22nd instant reference CGFP/7 we do… | ||
| Scan183 | Requesting an order for two new 40/50 batteries from different suppliers. | ||
| View original record | 86021 Roy/MS. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.30.5.34. NEW 40/50 BATTERIES. Referring to our conversation regarding the above we should be glad if you will order for us one battery from Messrs.Chloride and… | ||
| Scan184 | Proposed battery change for the 40/50 HP chassis, noting an assurance and payment made to the supplier. | ||
| View original record | 86021 TO E. from ROY. c. to HY. c. to Hs. ROY3/MG23.7.34 40/50 HP. Chassis - Re Proposed Change of Battery Reverting to BYL/G19.7.34, I should like to emphasize the point BY raises. We have given the… | ||
| Scan185 | Parts for a new battery box and suspension for a 40/50 HP Chassis under N.Scheme 4114. | ||
| View original record | RHO. c.Hs/Wst. Y6021. BY/RD2/W.25.7.34. 40/50 H.P.Chassis. Stabiliser and Battery Suspension. N.Scheme 4114. Will you please put in hand one Battery Box to our L.O.P. D.74590. Blue prints of the new… | ||
| Scan186 | Internal request to order a standard Bentley Peto & Radford 12 volt battery for Experimental Chassis 5.B. IV. | ||
| View original record | x6053. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.8/MA.11.9.34. EXPERIMENTAL CHASSIS 5.B. IV. Please order for us to order No.54107 one standard Bentley Peto & Radford 12 volt battery for t he above chassis now being… | ||
| Scan187 | Standardisation of Exide and Peto & Radford 'Dagenite' batteries to facilitate service and reduce cost. | ||
| View original record | RR 755A (SH) (57394, 30-1-34) BM 3/787/1. COMPLETED 13.9.34. 20/25 STANDARDISATION of PARTS. Date 12-7-34 27.6.34. X No. 6053. Drawing No. Part List Description of Parts. EXIDE TYPE 6XHR9 - 1ML… | ||
| Scan188 | Instruction for the 'G.2' series aimed at avoiding scrap, noting that the cost of tools in the works is not affected. | ||
| View original record | Cost of tools in works not affected. D.O. are instructing this for "G.2" series to avoid scrap. | ||
| Scan189 | The standardization of the battery box and suspension for the 20/25 HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | WST see me Hs.. X6053 BY/Cgh. 4/G. 26.9.34. 20/25 HP. CHASSIS - BATTERY. With reference to the standardisation sheets X.6053 which have now been signed up in connection with the proposal to supply… | ||
| Scan190 | Internal request to order battery bolts, nuts, and washers for a standard Bentley 'Dagenite' battery. | ||
| View original record | 86107. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.1/MA.5.10.34. Please order for us to order No.54107 6 battery bolts complete with nuts and washers for the standard Bentley Battery "Dagenite" type 6 BDG9-S. Hs/Wst. | ||
| Scan191 | Order for two standard Bentley chassis batteries from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | r6109. Roy. From Hs/Wst. BATTERIES. Please order for us to order No.811 two standard Bentley chassis batteries from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.2/MA.8.10.34. | ||
| Scan192 | Technical bulletin regarding a new regulator for Bentley chassis to address issues with discharged batteries. | ||
| View original record | To BY. From Hs/Wst. c. to Wor., C., Hd. c. to Roy. 86107 Hs/Wst.B/MJ.6.12.34. DISCHARGED BATTERIES IN BENTLEY CHASSIS. A new regulator is now available e.g. type B.2.CJ1, which will permit the dynamo… | ||
| Scan193 | Difficulty with batteries running down on Bentley chassis and the introduction of a new regulator/controller. | ||
| View original record | Hd. [struck through] c. Hs. c. Wor. [struck through] c. G. [struck through] c. BY/RD [struck through] [Handwritten]: 1610? WST BY.16/G.7.12.34. BENTLEY CHASSIS - RE: DIFFICULTY DUE TO BATTERIES… | ||
| Scan194 | Issue with Bentley batteries running down and ordering replacement controllers. | ||
| View original record | S/W...EX c. to Hd --> Hs Eop ET/TD. Kr H. WST 86109 C7/C12.12.34 Bentley. Difficulty due to Batteries running down. BY16/G7.12.34 ----- I am pleased to note that you have been able to find the cause… | ||
| Scan195 | Causes of battery discharge on Bentley chassis, differentiating between high-speed and city driving conditions. | ||
| View original record | WST c. Hs/Wst. c. BY/RD. y6103 BY.6/G.10.12.34. RE: DISCHARGE OF BATTERIES ON BENTLEY CHASSIS. I had already drafted a memo on the above subject before Mr. Tonge brought me down C's memo, which is… | ||
| Scan196 | Agreeing to prepare modified dynamos to address battery discharge complaints on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | By. from Wor. c. Hs/Wst. c. D/BD. (crossed out) WST 86107. Wor3/R.14.12.34. Re: Discharge of Batteries on Bentley Chassis - By6/G.10.12.34. The contents of your memo are agreed, and Sales are very… | ||
| Scan197 | Modifying dynamos to address battery discharge issues on Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Wor. c. Hs. c. D/BP. 8610). BY/13/G.18.12.34. RE: DISCHARGE OF BATERIES ON BENTLEY CHASSIS. With reference to Wor.3/R.14.12.34. we have issued instructions to the Experimental Department to modify an… | ||
| Scan198 | Proposal to standardise the Bentley Type Battery for the 20/25-HP Chassis. | ||
| View original record | F.H.s. WST 86107 ROY/MS7/P.27.12.34. [Handwritten] it is proposed to standardise As you are aware, the Bentley Type Battery has been | ||
| Scan199 | Letter from Peto & Radford discussing battery standardisation for the 20/25-HP chassis. | ||
| View original record | Copy. 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, LONDON. S.W.1. 21st December/34. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., DERBY. ------- Dear Sirs, We have yours of 20th inst. (ROY/MS14/P) and note that you have under consideration… | ||
| Scan200 | Battery capacity and suggesting a larger battery for Bentley, 20/25, and Wraith chassis. | ||
| View original record | r6107. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. c. to Roy. Hs/Wst.10/MA.28.12.34. BATTERIES. With reference to Roy/MS.7/P.27.12.34., and letter attached to that memo from Messrs.Peto & Radford the capacity of our… | ||
| Scan201 | Notice about a new voltage regulator (type B2CJ1) available for Bentley chassis to address discharged battery issues. | ||
| View original record | V6107 Hd. (For Depot Sheet). Hs/Wst.4/MA.28.12.34. BENTLEY CHASSIS DISCHARGED BATTERIES. A new type voltage regulator e.g. type B2CJ1 is now available for fitting to cars where customers complain of… | ||
| Scan202 | Discharged batteries on Bentley chassis, investigating issues with the dynamo and regulator. | ||
| View original record | x61091 Wor. From Hs/Wst. c. to E. c. to By. Hs/Wst.7/MA.1.1.35. DISCHARGED BATTERIES ON BENTLEY CHASSIS. Regarding C's request for a dynamo giving an earlier "cutting-in" speed, we are not convinced… | ||
| Scan203 | Performance comparison of a new dynamo against a standard one, including bench test figures for heating, speed, and sparking. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.7/MA.1.1.35. Cont'd. If 36 watt headlamp bulbs are used however and no radio set is installed the machine should be quite safe at high speeds, but of course on the Bentley 60 watt bulbs are… | ||
| Scan204 | Undercharging issues with batteries on Bentley cars and the testing of a new armature. | ||
| View original record | c. Hs/Wst. c. E. BY.12/N.4.1.35. Re: Discharged Batteries on Bentleys. With reference to Wor.13/R.2.1.35, and Hs/Wst 7/MA.1.1.35, we still believe that there are two conditions by which undercharging… | ||
| Scan205 | Discharge of batteries on Bentley cars and the preparation of new dynamos. | ||
| View original record | WST x6107. By. from Wor. Hs/Wst. Wor15/R.9.1.35. Re: Discharge of Batteries on Bentley Cars. C. is anxious to know how soon he can count on a few of the dynamos with the new armatures giving a… | ||
| Scan206 | Letter to Peto & Radford regarding the standardisation of a Bentley Type Battery for 20/25-HP cars. | ||
| View original record | COPY. x6107. Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON, S.W.1. ------------------ Your Ref. M/5. For the attention of Mr. Minchin. Dear Sirs, With further reference to your letter of 21st… | ||
| Scan207 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding a discussion about using a Bentley battery on the 20/25 model. | ||
| View original record | 26107 Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 6 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| Scan208 | Letter to Mr. Minchin of Messrs. Peto & Radford confirming arrangements for a meeting. | ||
| View original record | 86107 Hs/Wst.1/MA. 14th January, 1935. Mr. Minchin, Messrs. Peto & Radford, 50 Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, Replying to yours of the 10th instant I shall be pleased to meet you… | ||
| Scan209 | Standardisation of Bentley Type batteries for 20/25-HP cars and future ordering schedules. | ||
| View original record | Ry. Hs. WST 16107 ROY/MS9/P.16.1.35. With further reference to ROY/MS7/P.27.12.34. We have now received a communication from The Chloride Electrical Co. (copy attached) and you will note they agree we… | ||
| Scan210 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Ltd regarding battery covers, cable slots, and capacity for Bentley and 20/25-HP cars. | ||
| View original record | COPY. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR. MANCHESTER. Ref. ECM/LJ. 8th January 1935. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, DERBY. ----- Dear Sirs, With further reference to your letter of 20th ultimo, we have… | ||
| Scan211 | Follow-up request for a reply concerning the discharge of batteries on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | WST 86107 By. from Wor. Hs/Wst. Wor9/R.16.1.35. Re: Discharge of Batteries on Bentley cars. Can I now have a reply to my Wor15/R.9.1.35. please ? Wor. | ||
| Scan212 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding battery capacity discrepancies and suggestions for a replacement. | ||
| View original record | Works. Dagenham Dock, Essex (Handwritten: r6021) TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO &… | ||
| Scan213 | Letter from Peto & Radford comparing car battery capacities across different makes and suggesting a meeting. | ||
| View original record | PETO & RADFORD. CONTINUATION 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 17th January, 1935. all six-cylinder M.G's, several Morris types, all six-cylinder Rileys, most Rovers, several Singer models, all Standards… | ||
| Scan214 | Production and delivery schedule for modified dynamos to fix battery discharge issues on Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | WST 86107. Wor. [struck through] c. Hs. BY/Cgh.6/G.17.1.35. RE: DISCHARGE OF BATTERIES ON BENTLEY CARS. ------------------------------------------ With reference to Wor./15/R.9.1.35. the Works inform… | ||
| Scan215 | Letter from Peto & Radford to H.E. West arranging a lunch meeting in Derby. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 26107. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| Scan216 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company Ltd. detailing battery capacities for Bentley and 20/25-HP models. | ||
| View original record | ( C O P Y ) r6107. Ref. ECM/LJ. EXIDE WORKS, CLIFTON JUNCTION, NR. MANCHESTER. 18th January 1935. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. Derby. ----- Dear Sirs, Your Ref. ROY/MS15/P. Further to our letter of 8th… | ||
| Scan217 | Cover note attaching a letter from Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co. regarding a previous correspondence. | ||
| View original record | E. c. to Hs/Wst. ------------ WST x6021. ROY/MS5/F.19.1.35. With reference to the first paragraph of Messrs. Peto & Radford's letter of 17th inst., we attach hereto a copy of a letter received today… | ||
| Scan218 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer proposing a change to the cell lid design for the Bentley battery to prevent acid leakage. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS: (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| Scan219 | Letter to Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding a proposal for 20/25, Bentley, and 40/50HP batteries. | ||
| View original record | A6053 Hs/Wst.4/MA. 20th February, 1935. Messrs.Peto & Radford, Ltd., Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. For the attention of Mr.G.W.Pritchett. Dear Sir, Replying to your letter of the 18th instant reference… | ||
| Scan220 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford proposing battery testing methods. | ||
| View original record | x6053. TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. (ESSEX) TELEGRAMS LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan221 | Letter from a battery manufacturer regarding a design alteration for Bentley and 20/25 HP models and an update to instruction booklets. | ||
| View original record | 86107, TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan222 | Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford regarding an alteration to a battery type number and updating their address. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.3/MA. 27th February, 1935. Messrs.Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 25th instant reference CGFP/GL. we will inform our instruction book… | ||
| Scan223 | Letter requesting a Dagenite battery for Mr. E.R. Hall's Bentley for the Ulster T.T. race. | ||
| View original record | Y6021. Expl. Dept. Hs/Wst.7/MJ. 15th. August, 1935. Mr. G.W. Pritchett, Messrs. Peto & Radford, Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Mr. Pritchett, On Mr. E.R. Hall's Bentley for the Ulster T.T. we have the old… | ||
| Scan224 | Letter from Peto & Radford concerning the supply of a Dagenite accumulator battery for Mr. Hall's racing Bentley. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF ACCUMULATORS FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS. x6021. NATIONAL SCHEME FOR DISABLED MEN DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co.… | ||
| Scan225 | Letter from Peto & Radford providing feedback on the ideal charging rates of present dynamos and the positive impact on battery longevity. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. [LOGO: RADIO MANUFACTURERS RMA ASSOCIATION] [LOGO: ELECTRICAL AND ALLIED… | ||
| Scan226 | Letter regarding the dispatch of a battery for Mr. Hall's Bentley car. | ||
| View original record | 6021. Exptl. Dept. Hs/Wst.12/KW. 26th August, 1935. Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON, S.W.1. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of August 17th with reference to the Battery… | ||
| Scan227 | Letter from Peto & Radford confirming the despatch of a battery for Mr. Hall's Bentley Car. | ||
| View original record | MANUFACTURERS OF ACCUMULATORS FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS. y6021. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co., Ltd. LONDON SERVICE DEPOT 107a… | ||
| Scan228 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford about a visit to discuss a sample car battery with an aircraft filling device. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors… | ||
| Scan229 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford discussing options for a lighter battery for a Bentley chassis. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors… | ||
| Scan230 | Letter from Peto & Radford discussing battery life, cost, weight savings, and cover options for Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | PETO & RADFORD. CONTINUATION 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 18th December, 1935. with less owing to the geared starter. It is very difficult to estimate life but as you are sure to ask us about this,… | ||
| Scan231 | Letter from a supplier discussing alternative car battery specifications, options, and supply. | ||
| View original record | PETO & RADFORD. CONTINUATION 3. Messrs, Rolls-Royce, Ltd., 18th December, 1935. not to use a cover, then there would be no tool making and there would be a slight reduction in price for the battery… | ||
| Scan232 | Comparison of specifications for three different lighter batteries available for Bentley vehicles. | ||
| View original record | FP Y6021 DETAILS OF LIGHTER BATTERIES AVAILABLE FOR BENTLEY. Standard Proposed battery Alternative 6BHD.9-S. 6 HZD.9-S. 6.VBD.11-S. Dimensions 14 1/8" x 6 1/2" x 6 1/4" 1 11/16 shorter but standard… | ||
| Scan233 | Requesting the return of an experimental Phantom III battery to its manufacturer for modification. | ||
| View original record | Y6021. Roy. From Hs/Wst. c. to G/MT. c. to D/BP. Hs/Wst.9/MA.10.1.36. Re. EXPERIMENTAL PHANTOM III BATTERY. Will you please arrange to return to Messrs.Peto & Radford Ltd., one experimental Phantom… | ||
| Scan234 | Letter from Everett's Holdings acknowledging an order for replating an experimental Dagenite Battery. | ||
| View original record | 86021 EVERETT'S HOLDINGS LIMITED. TELEPHONE: HOLBORN 6501. TELEGRAMS: PHONE HOLBORN 6501. CABLES: "EVERHOLD, LONDON." AFRICA HOUSE, KINGSWAY, LONDON, W.C.2. DIRECTORS: C. H. EVERETT, U.S.A. CHAIRMAN.… | ||
| Scan235 | Request to order two type 6 HZD9-S batteries for an experimental Bentley of reduced weight. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.10/MA.10.1.36. EXPERIMENTAL BENTLEY BATTERY OF REDUCED WEIGHT. Will you please send an order to Messrs.Peto & Radford for two type 6 HZD9-S batteries to order No.54107.… | ||
| Scan236 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Company confirming a meeting to discuss batteries for Phantom III cars. | ||
| View original record | v6021. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY THE Chloride ELECTRICAL STORAGE COMPANY LIMITED TELEPHONES: SWINTON 2011 (7 LINES) TELEGRAMS: CHLORIDIC, PENDLEBURY. CODES: BENTLEY'S, LIEBERS,… | ||
| Scan237 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford concerning special batteries for the 'Phantom III' and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. (ESSEX) TELEGRAMS LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| Scan238 | Letter from Peto & Radford advising against fitting a specific battery to a 'Phantom III' due to its reduced capacity and shortened life. | ||
| View original record | -2- topping-up device, From the attached figures it appears to us that it would be unwise to fit a battery to the 'Phantom III' which has a reduced capacity and a shortened life, but this, of course,… | ||
| Scan239 | Comparison table of specifications for three different types of batteries. | ||
| View original record | TYPE WEIGHT WET WITHOUT COVER WEIGHT SAVING COMPARED WITH 6-BHD11-S. CAPACITY A.H. AT 20 HOUR RATE STARTING EFFORT BASED ON AREA OF POS. SEPARATOR THICKNESS PLATE THICKNESS POS. NEG. REMARKS.… | ||
| Scan240 | Order for low internal resistance batteries for Phantom III and 25/30 chassis. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Roy. From Hs/Wst. Hs/Wst.7/MA.23.1.36. BATTERIES OF LOWER INTERNAL RESISTANCE FOR PHANTOM III AND 25/30 CHASSIS. Please order for us from the Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., the following… | ||
| Scan241 | Letter to a supplier discussing battery specifications and modifications for various car chassis. | ||
| View original record | x6021. Hs/Wst.8/MA. 24th January, 1936. Messrs.Peto & Radford, Co.Ltd., Dagenham Dock, ESSEX. Dear Sirs, In reply to your letter of the 22nd instant we do not necessarily require a lightened battery… | ||
| Scan242 | Statement about not wishing to fit a Bentley with a battery that has more overall resistance than the existing one. | ||
| View original record | -2- We do not wish to fit a battery on the Bentley with more overall resistance than the existing battery. We now await your remarks. Yours faithfully, FOR ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. | ||
| Scan243 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford regarding batteries for the Phantom III and Bentley. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS: (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| Scan244 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford discussing sample battery plates for Bentley and Rolls Royce types. | ||
| View original record | 86021. TELEPHONE: RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS: (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan245 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding a delay in delivering accumulators (order No.98876) due to re-design work. | ||
| View original record | 86021. MANUFACTURERS OF ACCUMULATORS FOR OVER FIFTY YEARS. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors: Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co., Ltd. LONDON SERVICE DEPOT 107a… | ||
| Scan246 | Proposal to adopt thin-plate batteries for RR and Bentley chassis, requesting samples from suppliers for testing. | ||
| View original record | Wot- [Signature] r6021 ROY. C. E. c. Hs. BY/Cgh.7/G.10.3.36. BATTERIES. ---------- It is proposed to adopt batteries for the RR. and Bentley chassis with thin plates instead of the present standard… | ||
| Scan247 | Letter discussing the performance of American 'Prestolite' and Reading Aero batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.14/JH. 25th March, 1936. Mr. G.R.N. Minchin, 50, Grosvenor Gardens, LONDON S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, I am very interested to know whether you have heard any further news regarding the… | ||
| Scan248 | Arranging the return of a faulty Bentley Type Dagenite battery to Peto & Radford Co. for maker's inspection. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. C. to G/Mt. C. to D/BP. file 86021 Hs/Wst.24/JH.3.4.36. Bentley Type Dagenite Battery. Will you please arrange for the return to the Peto & Radford Co.:- 1 Dagenite battery, type 6.H.2.D.9-S… | ||
| Scan249 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding a quote for a 6.HZD.13-S battery for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 76021. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES. PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. [Logo: RADIO MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION] [Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| Scan250 | Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding the production timeline for a new battery. | ||
| View original record | r6021. Hs/Wst.18/JH. 7th April, 1936. W.R.N. Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, In reply to your letter of the 6th instant, we do not… | ||
| Scan251 | Cracked battery container caused by fitters over-tightening the nuts. | ||
| View original record | To RHC/HPS. 86021. Hs/Wst.14/JH.17.4.36. The battery fitted to 5-B-IV prior to the holidays has been scraped due to the container being cracked. The cracking was caused by the fitters tightening up… | ||
| Scan252 | The allocation of experimental thin plate batteries from various suppliers for testing. | ||
| View original record | To E. γ 6021. Hs/Wst.2/JH.17.4.36. Experimental Thin Plate Batteries. The following batteries have been obtained from Messrs. Exide, and Messrs. Peto Radford, for tests. Exide. Two, 6.XCMR.13/1ML. One… | ||
| Scan253 | The order of a Peto & Radford 'Dagenite' accumulator for experimental thin plate batteries. | ||
| View original record | 86021. To Roy. Hs/Wst.16/JH.17.4.36. Experimental Thin Plate Batteries. Please order for us to order No.54105 One Peto & Radford "Dagenite" accumulator type 6.HZD11/S. fully charged. Hs/Wst. | ||
| Scan254 | Proposal and testing of thin plate batteries before standardisation. | ||
| View original record | W S T x602" Deeme Sg. and Wor. from E. c. Hs. By. ROY. Hc/Wst. By/RD. E.3/HP.18.4.36. re Thin Plate Batteries. At one of the recent conferences, attended by Sg. and Cx. in Derby, the question of… | ||
| Scan255 | Arguing against reverting to thick plate batteries for the Phantom III, citing benefits of thin plate batteries for cold starting. | ||
| View original record | E. c. Sg. c. Hs. c. BY/RD. 6021 BY7/W.21.4.36. "Phantom III". Use of Thin Plate Batteries. In view of E3/HP.18.4.36, the Order Office have stopped production of the thin plate batteries which were… | ||
| Scan256 | Concerns about the suitability of thin plate batteries for the Phantom III and the battery policy for Bentley/25/30 models. | ||
| View original record | HS 76021, To E. from Sg. Thin Plate Batteries. Sg9/E22.4.36 Copy to Wor.Hs.Ex. P.III. Referring to E.3/HP.18.4.36 and HY7/W21.4.36 I was certainly rather concerned and surprised to see the former memo… | ||
| Scan257 | Proposal to use thin plate batteries, their performance benefits, and associated considerations. | ||
| View original record | To Sg. c. to Wor. c. to By. c. to Roy. HS/Wst.1/JH. 22.4.36. Thin Plate Batteries. With reference to E.S/EP.18.4.36., and By.7/W.214.36. we originally proposed the use of thin plate batteries because… | ||
| Scan258 | Review of different battery types, comparing costs, cold starting performance, and longevity, with a recommendation for standardization. | ||
| View original record | -2- Hs/Wst.1/JH: 22.4.36. battery voltages and a change of voltage regulator is now under review. We feel that a customer will not mind replacing his battery every two or three years in return for… | ||
| Scan259 | Recommendation to switch to new Exide batteries for production models while continuing to test experimental Dagenite batteries. | ||
| View original record | -3- HS/Wst.1/JH.22.4.36. (b) Dagenite 6HZD.13 - Phantom III. 6HZD.11 - 25/30. 6HZD.9 - Bentley. These batteries have an experimental thin plate type HZ which is taller than standard with consequently… | ||
| Scan260 | Request for a list and dimensions of negative and positive battery plates from Peto & Radford Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.4/JH. 23rd April, 1936. Messrs. Peto & Radford Co.Ltd., Dagenham Dock, Essex. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us have a list of neg. and pro. Plates used on our batteries with the… | ||
| Scan261 | Request to Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. for a list of battery plate dimensions and thicknesses. | ||
| View original record | 8602/1. HS/Wst.3/JH. 23rd April, 1936. Chloride Electrical Storage Co.Ltd., Exide Works, Clifton Junction, Nr. Manchester. Dear Sirs, Will you please let us have a list of neg. and pro. plates used on… | ||
| Scan262 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford providing a schedule of battery plate sizes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Company… | ||
| Scan263 | Schedule detailing the dimensions and types of battery plates. | ||
| View original record | SCHEDULE OF PLATE SIZES USED IN ROLLS-ROYCE BATTERIES. BATTERY TYPE. | PLATE DIMENSIONS AND TYPE. | REMARKS. --- | POSITIVE PLATES. | NEGATIVE PLATES. | --- | TYPE. | WIDTH. | HEIGHT. | THICKNESS. |… | ||
| Scan264 | Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. providing dimensions for various battery plates. | ||
| View original record | 86021. ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY DEPOTS LONDON SHAFTESBURY AVE BIRMINGHAM DALE END MANCHESTER BRIDGE STREET BRISTOL BROADMEAD GLASGOW TUREEN STREET DUBLIN PEARSE STREET BELFAST… | ||
| Scan265 | Letter from Exide Batteries regarding the availability and samples of battery plates. | ||
| View original record | Exide Batteries Continuation No 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Limited, Derby. 25.4.36. P.S. We regret that at the moment we have no stock of this type of plate, but a quantity is at present going through our… | ||
| Scan266 | Decision to use thin plate batteries on the Phantom III, 25/30, and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | r6021. Mr. and WOF. from E. c. Mr. Ey. Mr. Hs/Wst. E.4/HP.25.4.36. Thin Plate Batteries. With further reference to the above, and your memo Sg.9/E.22.4.36, we have to realise that when voltage control… | ||
| Scan267 | Confirming the use of thin plate batteries on the Phantom III model, while postponing the change for the 25/30 and Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top left]: KB/Woxl [Handwritten top center]: rb.021. To E. from Sg. [Struck through]: Copy to Nor-NevHV [Struck through]: Mr.Ha/Wst.HL/PB. Thin Plate Batteries. Sg4/E27.4.36 Referring to… | ||
| Scan268 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer concerning the examination of a faulty battery. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) r6021. LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1. (Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS LTD) (Logo: R.M.A RADIO MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION)… | ||
| Scan269 | Letter to Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding a returned battery that did not give its rated capacity. | ||
| View original record | 86021: Hs/Wst.1/JH. 28th April, 1936. Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., Dagneham Dock, Essex. For the attention of Mr. Chapman. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 27th instant, the battery we have… | ||
| Scan270 | Laboratory test report on a returned 6-HZD9-S battery. | ||
| View original record | 86021. TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS. S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan271 | Letter from PETO & RADFORD concerning the apparent failure of separators and the arrangement of further capacity tests. | ||
| View original record | -2- We should like to know if you have any other reasons to suggest for the apparent failure at your end, and when we have your comments the separators will be changed so that further capacity tests… | ||
| Scan272 | Letter to Messrs. Peto & Radford Co. Ltd. regarding a battery capacity test conclusion. | ||
| View original record | 86021. HS/Wst.4/JH. 29th April, 1936. Messrs. Peto & Radford Co.Ltd., 56, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. For the attention of Mr. Chapman. Dear Sirs, Replying to yours of the 28th instant, our only… | ||
| Scan273 | Order be passed to Peto & Radford Ltd. for various accumulators. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. c. to G/Rb. r6021. Hs/Wst.15/JH. 29.4.36. Will you please pass an order to Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., covering the supply by them of one 6HZD11-S, one 6HZD13-SC and one 6HZD13-S accumulators… | ||
| Scan274 | Life test schedule for thin plate Exide XC and Dagenite HZ batteries. | ||
| View original record | File v6021. LIFE TEST SCHEDULE FOR THIN PLATE BATTERIES. EXIDE XC AND DAGENITE HZ. (1) For 13 Plate Cells. Discharge at 40 amperes for 1 hour. Recharge " 13.5 " " 4 hours. A " reading" discharge at 40… | ||
| Scan275 | Use of thin plate batteries for the Phantom III chassis and experimental testing for Bentley models. | ||
| View original record | +6021. ROY/Ms. c. E c. Hs/Wst. c. D/PP c. BY/RD. BY.7/G.29.4.36. PHANTOM 111 - BATTERIES. Would you kindly note that it has been agreed that we go ahead with the thin plate batteries for the above… | ||
| Scan276 | Requesting details on Exide batteries for the Phantom III chassis and an update on P & R battery approval. | ||
| View original record | BY Rey/ns Hs/Wst BY/MD WST D/BP/HD15/JW.5.5.36 V6021. re: Phantom III Batteries We note from memo BY7/G.29.4.36 that we are to requisition Exide batteries only for the Phantom III Chassis. Will you… | ||
| Scan277 | The Exide battery for the Phantom III chassis and the testing of the P.& R. battery. | ||
| View original record | D/BP c. ROY/Ms. c. Hs/Wst. 86021 BY/RD1/W.9.5.36. "Phantom III" Batteries. The Exide Battery for the above chassis is D.75513 ; Exide Ref.6.X.CMR.13.1ML. No doubt Hs/Wst.will let you know how long it… | ||
| Scan278 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford discussing and comparing their battery design with a competitor's for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 86021. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| Scan279 | Letter from Peto & Radford to H.E. West regarding a decision on a thin plate lighter weight Bentley battery. | ||
| View original record | PETO & RADFORD. CONTINUATION H.E. West, Esq., 11th May, 1936. Is. there any decision arrived at on the thin plate lighter weight Bentley battery that RM stirred us into producing.? I have been hoping… | ||
| Scan280 | Providing the manufacturer's reference number for the Phantom III model's Exide battery. | ||
| View original record | BY/RD./MS. c. Hs/Wst. WST shoo21. BY/RD5/W.12.5.36. "Phantom III" Batteries. With reference to our memo BY/RD1/W.9.5.36,we are now informed by the makers that their reference for Exide Battery… | ||
| Scan281 | Letter to Mr. Minchin of Peto & Radford Ltd. regarding car and Bentley battery tests and supply. | ||
| View original record | r6021. Hs/Wst.S/JH. 13th May, 1936. G. R. Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, In reply to your letter of the 11th instant, it is quite… | ||
| Scan282 | Letter from an accumulator manufacturer regarding the supply and testing of different battery plates. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 86021 TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| Scan283 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford arranging a visit to Derby. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex 86021. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD… | ||
| Scan284 | Letter to Mr. Minchin confirming an appointment for the 28th of the month. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Hs/Wst.3/JH. 20th May, 1936. G.R.N.Minchin Esq., Messrs. Peto & Radford Co.Ltd., 50, Grosvenor Gardens, London. S.W.1. Dear Mr. Minchin, In reply to your letter of the 18th inst., Thursday… | ||
| Scan285 | Letter from accumulator manufacturer Peto & Radford regarding a change of arrangements for a visit. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex-6021. TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. (Logo: RADIO MANUFACTURERS ASSOCN) (Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| Scan286 | Damage to batteries caused by the securing method in the chassis and proposing a solution. | ||
| View original record | To E. c. to By. r6021. HS/Wst.2/JH.20.4.36. Support of Batteries in Chassis. We are continually experiencing trouble with batteries due to the method of holding down the same in the battery box. The… | ||
| Scan287 | Letter from Peto & Radford regarding the return of a 6-HZD9-S battery after tests were completed. | ||
| View original record | y6021 TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.… | ||
| Scan288 | Urgent battery order for a Bentley Chassis. | ||
| View original record | Y 6021. BY. c. to Hs/Wst. ROY/MS10/P.26.5.36. BENTLEY CHASSIS. We are informed by Messrs. Chloride Electrical Storage Co. today that the existing order No. 92674 for D.100256 Batteries - their pattern… | ||
| Scan289 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford confirming a meeting. | ||
| View original record | Works, Dagenham Dock, Essex TELEPHONE SLOANE 7164. 5 LINES PRIVATE BRANCH EXCHANGE TELEGRAMS CONCENTRATION, SOWEST, LONDON. [Logo: RADIO MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION] [Logo: THE SOCIETY OF MOTOR… | ||
| Scan290 | Order for a standard Bentley Exide 12 volt battery. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. 86021. Hs/Wst.20/JH.29.4.36. Please order for us to order No.54108. One standard Bentley Exide 12 volt battery type 6XHR9-1ML to be sent to us fully charged. Hs/Wst. | ||
| Scan291 | Order for a Peto & Radford battery for experimental testing on a Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | To Roy. 86021. Hs/Wst. 2/JH. 30.5.36. Phantom III Batteries. Will you please order for us for experimental test, one Peto & Radford battery type 6GLD13/S. fully charged and ready to use. Order No.… | ||
| Scan292 | Recommending to revert to sharing battery orders for the Phantom III chassis between two firms. | ||
| View original record | To By. c. to E. c. to Roy. c. to D/BP. 6021 HS/Wst.4/JH.30.4.36. Batteries for Phantom III Chassis. A short time ago we agreed to standardise a new type battery on Phantom III chassis of the Exide… | ||
| Scan293 | Ordering of standard batteries for Bentley chassis, as the standardization for thinner plate batteries is not yet ready. | ||
| View original record | ROY/ms. (crossed out) c. Hs/Wst. r6o21. BY/Cgh.13/G.30.5.36. BENTLEY CHASSIS - BATTERIES. ----------------------------- With reference to ROY/Ms.10/P.26.5.36. the Experimental Department are not yet… | ||
| Scan294 | Letter from Dagenite Accumulators regarding battery testing and specifications for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | Manufacturers of Accumulators for over Fifty Years Y6021. DAGENITE ACCUMULATORS Manufactured and Sold by PETO & RADFORD Proprietors : Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S. Co., Ltd. Telephone & Telegrams… | ||
| Scan295 | Letter from Peto & Radford discussing battery testing, specifications, and proposals for various car models. | ||
| View original record | P. & G. AND E.P.S. Co. LTD. CONTINUATION SHEET NO. 1 frequency of topping-up, and general suitability as a standard for the Phantom III. At the same time, similar tests, with the same object in view,… | ||
| Scan296 | Letter from accumulator manufacturers Peto & Radford regarding the battery title for the Phantom III. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE RAINHAM 34. TELEGRAMS (ESSEX) LONDON OFFICE: 50, GROSVENOR GARDENS, S.W.1 Manufacturers of Accumulators for over 50 years. PETO & RADFORD Proprietors - Pritchett & Gold and E.P.S.Company… | ||
| Scan297 | Letter concerning two large car batteries loaned by the Bentley Service Depot for the R.A.F. and S.B.A.C. shows that have gone missing. | ||
| View original record | To Dor. Hucknall. LI 86021 THG Lp.1/LAM.11.7.36. During the recent R.A.F. Displat at Hendon and the S.B.A.C. Show at Hatfield, the Bentley Service Depot kindly loaned us two large car batteries as… | ||
| Scan298 | Confirming the return of loaned batteries for the S.B.A.C. Show. | ||
| View original record | 86021. Lp. From Hs/Wst. c. to K. c. to Dor. (Hucknall) Hs/Wst.14/MA.4.8.36. Re Batteries Loaned for S.B.A.C. Show. Replying to your Lp.1/LAM.11.7.36 the batteries which Kingsbury loaned to us were… | ||
| Scan299 | Advantages of reversing polarity to a positive earth system on R.R. and Bentley cars. | ||
| View original record | Y6021. E. From Hs/Wst. c. to By. Hs/Wst.5/MA.19.8.36. REVERSAL OF POLARITY ON R.R. AND BENTLEY CARS. There are definite advantages in earthing the positive pole of the battery instead of the negative.… | ||