Rolls-Royce Archives
| Identifier | Entry | ||
| 06-page01 | The receipt and testing of 12 accumulator cells from J.C. Fuller Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Blocki X646 X646 X646 Wor. 7.7.13. EM24/E7713. We have received 12 Accumulator cells made by Messrs. J.C.Fuller Ltd., London. Mr Nadin wishes Mr Ellis to test and report to him one ampere hour's… | ||
| 06-page02 | Quoting Mr. Royce's views on the use of Exide and Edison accumulators in trial cars. | ||
| View original record | X.646 Wor/SM26/L3913. Re Accumulators (J.C.Fuller). X.646 X.50 fil Na. 3-9-13. Hy. The following is an extract from Mr Royce's memo R14/P25813 :- "I do not know what we are bothering with "these for.… | ||
| 06-page03 | Test report on Fullers Block Accumulators. | ||
| View original record | X. 646 P COPY. X.646 Fullers Block Accumulators. I have tested these of an average of 12 discharges. These cells behave remarkably well, very strong in construction, remarkably light in weight, viz 5… | ||
| 06-page04 | Covering letter for a report on testing accumulators from J.C. Fuller Ltd. | ||
| View original record | Wor/SM12/L23913. X 646 Re Accumulators. (J.C.Fuller Ltd). X.646 R. 23-9-13. X 646 We attach herewith a copy of Mr Ellis's report on the above. The origin of this experiment was a request from the… | ||
| 06-page05 | Performance, potential issues, and construction of Fuller Accumulators (batteries). | ||
| View original record | X.646 RB/P 25. 9. 13. COPY. To Wor. from R. Re Accumulators (J. C. Fuller Ltd.) X.646 Copy for J. With reference to Fuller Accumulators, I think I would leave these alone until the exides show signs… | ||
| 06-page06 | From Mr Royce regarding accumulator testing, sulphating, and material design. | ||
| View original record | X 646 Wor/SM4/L27913. Re Accumulators. (J.C.Fuller Ltd.) X.646 Na. 27-9-13. Kindly note that Mr Royce wishes us to leave these alone until the Exide show signs of a failure. He also wishes you to find… | ||
| 06-page07 | Letter to The Fuller Electrical Co. requesting information on lighting and starting batteries for a post-war car. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 28-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. X 646 EFC2/T2119. 2nd. January 1919. The Fuller Electrical Co.,Ltd., 5, Chancery Lane, W.C.2. X 646 Dear Sirs, RE LIGHTING AND STARTING BATTERY FOR… | ||
| 06-page08 | Letter from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding a lighting and starting battery for a post-war chassis. | ||
| View original record | X.646. TELEPHONE. ILFORD 173. (3 LINES) IN LONDON AREA. BLOCK ACCUMULATORS-SOLID-NO PLATES TELEGRAMS. FULLER. CHADWELL HEATH. THE FULLER ACCUMULATOR Cọ LIMITED. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA… | ||
| 06-page09 | Letter to The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. to reschedule a meeting regarding lighting and starting batteries. | ||
| View original record | X.646 EFC2/T8119. 8th January 1919. The Fuller Accumulator Co.Ltd., Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath, LONDON, E. X.646 Dear Sirs, RE LIGHTING & STARTING BATTERIES Many thanks for your letter of the 6th… | ||
| 06-page10 | Letter from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. arranging a meeting about starting and lighting batteries. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE. ILFORD 173. (3 LINES) IN LONDON AREA. X.646. TELEGRAMS. FULLER, CHADWELL HEATH. BLOCK ACCUMULATORS-SOLID-NO PLATES THE FULLER ACCUMULATOR CO LIMITED. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA… | ||
| 06-page11 | Schedule of visits from representatives of various firms to discuss post-war equipment and batteries. | ||
| View original record | X 646 To EY. from EFC. c. to BY/HBO. c. to EH. EFC1/T14.1.19. X.3374 - X.664. Kindly note that the following visits from representatives of other firms are in prospect this week :- (1) X.3014. To-day… | ||
| 06-page12 | Letter from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd regarding an interview, sending a price list, and acknowledging a verbal order for Sparta Batteries. | ||
| View original record | X.646. TELEPHONE ILFORD 173, (3 LINES) IN LONDON AREA. BLOCK ACCUMULATORS-SOLID-NO PLATES TELEGRAMS, FULLER, CHADWELL HEATH. THE FULLER ACCUMULATOR Cº LIMITED. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA… | ||
| 06-page13 | Battery from Fuller Accumulator Co. that was promised but has not yet been delivered. | ||
| View original record | X.646 Extract from EFC1/T5.2.19. X.664 - BATTERIES. Fuller Accumulator Co. We had a visit from the representative of the Fuller Accumulator Co., and he promised that he would send us along a battery… | ||
| 06-page14 | Letter from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. regarding the supply of two sample batteries for testing. | ||
| View original record | X. 646. COPY THE FULLER ACCUMULATOR CO. LIMITED, Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath (Essex) LONDON E.1. 13th February 1919. AW/EA. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Nightingale Road, Derby. X 646 Gentlemen, FOR… | ||
| 06-page15 | Extract of a memo regarding a follow-up with the Fuller Co. about a battery delivery. | ||
| View original record | X.646 Extract from EFC6/AT18.2.19. X646 FULLER We have heard no further from the Fuller Co. since the visit and interview of Mr. Wilson with yourself and myself. We will, however, ask the C.O. to urge… | ||
| 06-page16 | The despatch of two sample batteries from the Fuller Accumulator Company for experimental testing. | ||
| View original record | Mr Lapp from BY. c. EFC. X.646 BY6-P.25.2.19. X.646- RE FULLERS ACCUMULATORS. --------------------------- The Fuller Accumulator Company Ltd, have written us on the 13th inst., saying that 2 sample… | ||
| 06-page17 | Arranging for the official order and testing of two Fuller starter batteries. | ||
| View original record | To O.O. from EFC. c. to Stores. X.646 - FULLER LIGHTING & STARTING BATTERIES. With reference to the attached, will you kindly note that the forwarding of two Fuller starter batteries of type S.Q.12/4… | ||
| 06-page18 | Sample batteries from various suppliers, with a detailed analysis of a Chloride battery's specifications and design flaws. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235x (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. X.646 To R. from EFC. c. to CJ. c. to BY. c. to EH. c. to EP. EFC4/T21319. 21st. March 1919. X.664 - BATTERIES. Further to our EFC1/TS.2.19., in… | ||
| 06-page19 | The performance and characteristics of a P. & R. celluloid battery, type L.D.11, including a sketch and dimensions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. -2- EFC4/T21319. Contd. asking them to send us another battery made up with this improved type of vent. This means extra expense, but will… | ||
| 06-page20 | The testing and initial assessment of car batteries, including capacity, construction, and a sketch with dimensions. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. -3- EFC4/T21319. Contd. battery, and the acid level in the cells, can be inspected easily when in position on the car. There is a celluloid collar… | ||
| 06-page21 | Letter to The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. complaining about issues with received lighting and starting batteries. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. x 646 EFC3/T. 24th March 1919. The Fuller Accumulator Co.Ltd., Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath, LONDON, E. Dear Sirs, Re Lighting & Starting… | ||
| 06-page22 | Charging and discharging treatment of a car lighting and starting battery. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. X 646 24.3.19. ROUTINE TREATMENT OF CAR LIGHTING AND STARTING BATTERIES. Battery under treatment:- Fuller type SQ 12/H B. X 646. 53 a h rated… | ||
| 06-page23 | Record of battery charging, discharging, weight, and cell density tests. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. -2- Contd. (5) Second charge:- Amperes. From. To. Hours. Ampere hours. 28/3/19 8 11.45 5.45 6 48 29/3/19 5 9.30 12.0 2 1/2 12 1/2 31/3/19 2.5 9.30… | ||
| 06-page24 | Test log detailing cell densities, charge cycles, and discharge performance. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235A (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. -3- Contd. (11) Cell densities:- (1) 1100 (4) 1140 (2) (2) 1100 (5) 1100 (3) 1100 (6) 1100 (12) Third charge. Amperes. From. To. Hours. Ampere… | ||
| 06-page25 | Log detailing cell densities and the fourth charge cycle of a battery, including amperage and duration. | ||
| View original record | H.R. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. -4- Contd. (14) Cell densities. (1) (4) (2) (5) (3) (6) (15) Fourth charge. Amperes. From. To. Hours. Ampere hours. 8/4/19 4.5 3.0 8.0 5 22.5… | ||
| 06-page26 | Letter from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Limited regarding issues with supplied lighting and starting batteries. | ||
| View original record | X. 646 TELEPHONE. ILFORD 173. (3 LINES) IN LONDON AREA. TELEGRAMS. FULLER, CHADWELL HEATH. BLOCK ACCUMULATORS-SOLID-NO PLATES THE FULLER ACCUMULATOR Co LIMITED. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA… | ||
| 06-page27 | Letter to The Fuller Accumulator Co. regarding the supply of terminal cones and rubber vents for batteries on test. | ||
| View original record | x. 646 EFC5/T. 28th March 1919. The Fuller Accumulator Co., Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath (Essex) London, E.1. Dear Sirs, RE LIGHTING & STARTING BATTERIES Your letter of the 26th inst., to hand. We… | ||
| 06-page28 | Letter from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Limited confirming the dispatch of terminals and cones by Parcel Post. | ||
| View original record | RR 235 a (200 T) (S.F. 103. 25-10-18. G. 2214) X.646. GXW/EN 41534 1st April 1919. Copy of P.C. received Dear Sirs, We have your letter of the 28th ult. ref:EFC5/T, and beg to advise you that the… | ||
| 06-page29 | Letter to The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. confirming receipt of terminal cones and vents for sample batteries on test. | ||
| View original record | X.646 EFCS/T. 7th April 1919. The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd., Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath, Essex, London E. Dear Sirs, RE LIGHTING & STARTING BATTERIES We have duly received the terminal cones and… | ||
| 06-page30 | The receipt and performance of lighting and starting batteries, with a negative assessment of Fuller batteries. | ||
| View original record | To R. from EFC. c. to C. c. to H. c. to M. c. to Da. X. 646 EFC4/T10.4.19. X.664 - BATTERIES. We have received further samples of lighting and starting batteries as follows:- One Tudor Type C.L.G.9 60… | ||
| 06-page31 | The construction and condition of batteries, including a sketch plan of the cell arrangement. | ||
| View original record | R.R. 235a (500 T) (S.D. 408. 26-4-17.) Bm. 2/156/13. Contd. -2- EFC4/T10.4.19. batteries each made up of six separate ebonite cells ranged together in varnished teak boxes. The cells of the larger… | ||
| 06-page32 | Battery specifications, including weights, dimensions, and capacities for Tudor and P. & R. models. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -3- EFC4/T10.4.19. Weight complete as delivered. Length. Breadth. Height. Tudor.C.L.G.9 82 lbs. 18¾ 5¾ 7¼ Tudor C.L.G.7 63 lbs. 15 5¾ 7½ The above weights include the boxes in order to bring… | ||
| 06-page33 | The design and requirements for a lighting and starting battery, including a sketch plan and correspondence with the Peto & Radford Company. | ||
| View original record | Contd. -4- so that separate cells cannot be removed. Sketch plan arrangement of this battery as below:- The main terminals are deep lead covered nuts and all the other connections are well enamelled.… | ||
| 06-page34 | Performance issues with P. & R. Company batteries, focusing on discharge capacity and high acid density. | ||
| View original record | Contd. cable connections similar to those fitted to the Willard batteries. There will not be the same objection to the possibility of short circuiting because the terminals being at the extreme end of… | ||
| 06-page35 | Extract from a report concerning a poorly performing Fuller battery. | ||
| View original record | X.646 Extract from EFC1/T2.5.19. FULLER This battery has shown up badly in almost every respect. | ||
| 06-page36 | Unsatisfactory trial batteries from the Fuller Co. and whether to give them another opportunity alongside other suppliers. | ||
| View original record | To Bn. from EFC. EFC1/AT30.5.19. X.646. - FULLER BATTERIES. The representative of the Fuller Co. called yesterday to enquire how their two batteries, submitted to us, were progressing. We had to tell… | ||
| 06-page37 | Viability and advantages of Fuller Batteries and the policy on testing. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. from Bn. Bn4/P31.5.19. X.646 RE X.646 - FULLER BATTERIES. With reference to your note EFC1/AT30.5.19, is there any outstanding feature regarding Fuller Batteries which would give us advantages… | ||
| 06-page38 | Letter from a supplier about a leaky battery and an offer to build a new one to specification. | ||
| View original record | FULLERS UNITED ELECTRIC WORKS LTD CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, POST OFFICE, CROWN AGENTS FOR THE COLONIES, COMMONWEALTH OF AUSTRALIA, UNION OF SOUTH AFRICA, &c &c.… | ||
| 06-page39 | Letter to The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. enclosing a specification for a lighting and starting battery for consideration and experimentation. | ||
| View original record | 1320. 6 lines. X.646. EFC3/T. 24th June 1919. The Fuller Accumulator Co.Ltd., Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath, London, E. Dear Sirs, RE LIGHTING & STARTING BATTERIES We have your letter of the 20th… | ||
| 06-page40 | Letter from Fuller's United Electric Works Ltd. regarding a specification for a starting and lighting battery for experimental purposes. | ||
| View original record | TELEPHONE, ILFORD 173 (3 LINES) IN LONDON AREA. TELEGRAMS, FULLER, CHADWELL HEATH. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, POST OFFICE. CROWN AGENTS FOR THE COLONIES, COMMONWEALTH OF… | ||
| 06-page41 | The first discharge test of a Fuller battery. | ||
| View original record | X.646. Mr. Clark. 24.11.19. X.646. FULLER BATTERY. First discharge of Fuller battery at 6 amps. This battery came in charged. It was put on charge according to routine and discharge at 6 amps. giving.… | ||
| 06-page42 | List of different battery models and their corresponding weights. | ||
| View original record | To EFC. X.646 3.12.19. X.664 - WEIGHT OF BATTERIES. X.607 X.2676. X.3629 X.646. Lucas 1260 C/3 79½ lbs. Universal A.1 80½ lbs. Fuller Special. 87¼ lbs. Chloride 6 EXE4 69 lbs. (Sgd) L. Furner. | ||
| 06-page43 | List of good and bad points regarding a 'Fullor special battery'. | ||
| View original record | RR 238 (300 Bks.) (SF 152. 6-11-18.) MP 197880 X.646. ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Mr Clark. Date: 15/12/19 Order No: Customer's No: Good + bad points of Fullor special battery. 1g/… | ||
| 06-page44 | Instructions and feedback concerning a battery's performance and design. | ||
| View original record | RR 238 (300 Bks.) (SF 152. 6-11-18.) MP 197880 ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To: Mr Clark II 15/12/19 Order No Customer's No. spraying when fully charged + freely gassing. These vent plugs are… | ||
| 06-page45 | Experiment report on the effect of temperature on the efficiency of batteries. | ||
| View original record | Mr. Clark. X.646 9.1.20. X.3778. TEMPERATURE EFFECT ON EFFICIENCY OF BATTERIES. X.646. The Fuller Battery was used for this experiment. The temperature of this battery when standing in a fully charged… | ||
| 06-page46 | Letter from Fuller's United Electric Works Ltd. promoting their 'SPARTA' batteries for English and American cars. | ||
| View original record | [Handwritten top center: X.646] [Handwritten top right: Wd.] [Stamp top right: JAN 19 1920] [Stamp top right: RECEIVED] [Stamp top right: FULLER'S UNITED ELECTRIC WORKS LTD] [Stamp middle right: 17… | ||
| 06-page47 | Advertisement page for the 'Popular' electric hand lamp from Fuller's United Electric Works. | ||
| View original record | X.646 List No. 73. The Fuller POPULAR Electric Hand Lamp Fitted with the Patent Block Accumulator. There is room in every Garage, Workshop, Warehouse, and Home for Fuller's "Popular" Electric Hand… | ||
| 06-page48 | Advertisement for Fuller's 'Sparta' batteries, including a schedule of models and prices for American cars. | ||
| View original record | X.646 List No. 79. Fuller SPARTA BATTERIES for Starting & Lighting There's a model for every car. DELIVERY FROM STOCK Schedule of “Sparta” Batteries for American Cars. If your car is not listed here,… | ||
| 06-page49 | Letter detailing the test results for a chassis lighting and starting battery from The Fuller Accumulator Co. Ltd. | ||
| View original record | )--- 1320. 6 lines. X.646 EFC4/T. 11th May, 1920. The Fuller Accum: Co.Ltd., Woodland Works, Chadwell Heath, London, E. Dear Sirs, X.646 Chassis Lighting & Starting Battery. X.646 With reference to… | ||
| 06-page50 | Page 2 of a report detailing the results of a battery discharge test and future testing plans. | ||
| View original record | -2 Contd. time reckoned being, not the total time elapsing, but the actual time on contact. Finally we recharged the battery and discharged on the recording voltmeter. The current at the start was… | ||
| 06-page51 | List of different battery types with remarks on their cable connection methods. | ||
| View original record | X.646. 14.5.20. X.664. - BATTERIES WITH CABLE CONNECTIONS. No. Battery. Remarks. X.3398. 14. P & R PIL 9 Removable by nuts. X.646. 22. Fuller special. Burnt. on. X.607. 27. Chloride 6 PHR 7 removable… | ||
| 06-page52 | Letter from Fuller's United Electric Works Ltd. regarding a chassis lighting and starting battery. | ||
| View original record | x 646 TELEPHONE. ILFORD 173 (3 LINES) IN LONDON AREA. TELEGRAMS. FULLER, CHADWELL HEATH. CONTRACTORS TO THE ADMIRALTY, INDIA OFFICE, WAR OFFICE, POST OFFICE. CROWN AGENTS FOR THE COLONIES,… | ||