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From the Rolls-Royce experimental archive: a quarter of a million communications from Rolls-Royce, 1906 to 1960's. Documents from the Sir Henry Royce Memorial Foundation (SHRMF).
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Results of an efficiency test on a BXRE5 Chloride battery after 20 discharge and charge cycles.28th Jan 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan326
Letter regarding a new contract for the supply of 'Exide' starter batteries for 40-50 Rolls-Royce cars.6th Feb 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan327
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a contract for 'Exide' batteries.15th May 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan328
Specific information to diagnose the cause of Exide battery failures.15th May 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan329
Exide battery performance, liability for additional electrical fittings, and a disagreement with the Paris representative.15th May 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan330
Battery service dispute regarding a new versus a renewal battery for a customer.28th Aug 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan331
Letter from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. regarding a battery service misunderstanding and clarifying replacement procedures.25th Aug 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan332
Comparison between the proposed P & R BD.11 battery and the standard Exide 6BXFD battery for the 40/50 chassis.21th Nov 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan333
Comparison of the Exide and P & R batteries, detailing their weight, dimensions, and general features.2nd Nov 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan334
Internal request for two standard Exide batteries for experiments with an oscilloscope.8th May 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan335
Report from the Chloride Co. regarding the failure of an Exide Battery's negative plates.13th Jun 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan336
Battery faults and potential solutions for the 40/50 chassis.28th Sep 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan337
Continued discussion on battery weight distribution and design, referencing the Exide case.28th Sep 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan338
EFC to Wd. requesting an order for 40/50 Exide batteries for experimental cars.12th Oct 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan339
The hard and gritty state of negative plates in Exide batteries sent for repair.25th Oct 1922Box 49 \ 5  Scan340
Requesting three standard Exide BXRE5 cells for a special experiment.11th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan341
Letter from Chloride Electrical Storage Company regarding the examination of seven 12 volt 'Exide' batteries.1st Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan342
Concluding page of a report from a battery supplier about the quality of plates.5th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan343
Letter quoting a report from Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. on the cause of failure in Exide batteries.5th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan344
Arranging a visit from Mr. McKinnon of the Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd. to discuss Exide Batteries.13th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan345
Instructing the replacement of a temporary battery on chassis 4-EX.19th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan346
Faults, service history, and re-conditioning issues concerning Exide batteries.23th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan347
Allocation of two standard 40/50 Exide batteries for a specific job.1st Jan 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan348
Proposed visit from The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd to discuss batteries.11th Mar 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan349
The rescheduling of a visit from Mr. McKinnon of The Chloride Electrical Storage Co. Ltd.18th Mar 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan350
Comparing the service performance of Peto & Radford batteries against Exide batteries.18th Mar 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan351
Routine treatment and testing of car lighting and starting batteries.12th Dec 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan352
Log sheet detailing the charging process, weight, and density readings for a battery.12th Dec 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan353
Log of battery cell performance test results, including densities, charges, and amperes.10th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan354
Electrical experimental record sheet for an Exide 6BXRE5 battery.10th Nov 1923Box 49 \ 5  Scan355
Electrical experimental record sheet for an Exide Battery 6BXRE5-FF (134).1st Feb 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan356
Electrical experimental record sheet for an Exide 6BXRF5-DF 12V battery, tracking mileage usage.21th Jul 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan357
The development and performance of Exide batteries for the 40/50 chassis.11th Oct 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan358
Graph plotting electrical test results with calculated values for amperes, hours, and ampere-hours.2nd Jan 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan359
Test chart showing the discharge performance of an Exide 6BXRE5-FF battery.14th Feb 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan360
Battery test chart recording showing a discharge curve with calculated average amperes, hours, and ampere-hours.14th Apr 1924Box 49 \ 5  Scan361
Extract regarding the costs of post-war Bosch lighting and starting equipment.9th Nov 1920Box 50 \ 1  Scan001
Covering memo forwarding instructions regarding inherently controlled dynamos.25th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan002
Make-or-buy decision for equipment to be considered at the next Derby Conference.24th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan003
Providing price quotes for several types of batteries from different suppliers.9th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan004
Cost breakdown of standard electrical units for the 40/50 HP Chassis.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan005
The costs of externally sourced electrical units.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan006
Current and quantity pricing for various dynamos from suppliers Lucas, Smith, and Rotax.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan007
Requesting production costs for standard and experimental electrical units for RR cars.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan008
Sourcing, design, and costing of electrical system components like dynamos and switchboxes.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan009
Obtaining the costs for dynamos from other manufacturers.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan010
Invoice costs of externally sourced electrical components.17th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan011
Quotation from Rotax Motor Accessories Co. Ltd. for two types of dynamo lighting equipment.18th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan012
Cost calculation for motor and dynamo mica washers for the 40/50 HP Chassis.23th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan013
Comparative costs of electrical units and proposing experiments to reduce production costs.23th Sep 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan014
Revised cost of Motor & Dynamo Mica Washers for the 40/50 HP chassis.6th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan015
The updated costs of mica washers for the 'R' series chassis.23th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan016
Note on the reduced purchase price of mica plates for armatures and historical insulation methods.23th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan017
From EFC to Wd requesting quantity prices for electrical units ahead of a staff conference.30th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan018
Confirming the price of an electrical cut-out received from Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd.31th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan019
Letter regarding the ordering and pricing of CAV Willard thread rubber batteries.31th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan020
Responding to enquiries about the costs of electrical units and dynamos.31th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan021
Quotation letter from S. Smith & Sons Limited for the supply of various dynamo models.30th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan022
The receipt and initial assessment of new C.A.V. and Lucas cut-out samples for trial.5th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan023
The possibility of sourcing battery ignition condensers from an outside supplier to reduce costs.1st Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan024
Cost analysis document for electrical equipment components for cars, specifically the Actuator Box and Ammeter.1st Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan025
Cost comparison of ballast resistors and various batteries, including alternatives under testing.1st Nov 1923Box 50 \ 1  Scan026
Production cost breakdown for a Battery Box (X.1304) and a Battery Ignition system (X.3129).1st Nov 1923Box 50 \ 1  Scan027
Cost comparison for a U.S.A. Bosch battery ignition and a condenser.10th May 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan028
Page detailing the production cost of a contact breaker and distributor, and experiments on materials for contact points.1st Jul 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan029
Comparison of electrical cut-outs from Lucas, Smith, and Bleriot, detailing prices, reliability, and test results.1st Jul 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan030
Evaluation of a C.A.V. model D cut-out and a Lucas cut-out with a compound magnetic circuit.5th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan031
Details on a distribution board and a Lucas dynamo, including cost, weight, and suitability.11th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan032
Comparison of specifications and prices for Smith and Rotax dynamos.11th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan033
Price and specification comparison for Smith dynamo models 3D and 4D.11th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan034
Page from a report assessing the suitability of Brolt, Rushmore, C.A.V., and Peerless dynamos.11th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan035
List of components including a Junction Box and Magnetos, with their prices, weights, and alternative options.11th Feb 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan036
Continued list of components detailing price and weight for a Conner C.M.1 and status of a Watford magneto sample.4th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan037
Request for the cost of material and fitting of platinum contact points for the standard battery ignition.4th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan038
Comparing the prices and weights of various magnetos.11th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan039
Costing memorandum for platinum contact points used in standard battery ignition systems.18th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan040
Costs of platinum contact points and fitting for standard battery ignition.18th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan041
Cost estimation for manufacturing a 45 slot armature dynamo for the 40/50 HP chassis.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan042
Provisional cost estimation for manufacturing a switchboard assembly design.1st Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan043
Provisional cost estimate for the manufacturing of an ignition switch to assembly, drawing D.1309.16th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan044
Provisional cost estimation for the manufacture of a Distribution Board to Assembly Drawing D.1389.14th Mar 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan045
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America regarding the cost and suitability of Exide and Willard batteries for American winter conditions.26th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan046
Cost comparison between the standard Lucas system and the proposed R.R. double wiring system.22th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan047
Cost-effectiveness of manufacturing dynamos versus purchasing them from external firms.27th Apr 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan048
Cost breakdown for a main switch, push button switch, and starter motor.8th Dec 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan049
Prices for Goshawk II electrical equipment from various suppliers.8th Dec 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan050
The performance of a Lucas machine and a discussion with a Rotax representative about output curve specifications.8th Dec 1921Box 50 \ 1  Scan051
Price list for Peto & Radford batteries.8th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan052
List of quoted quantity prices for various chassis and Goshawk batteries.8th Feb 1922Box 50 \ 1  Scan053
And providing the current prices for Exide and P & R batteries for 40/50 and 20 HP chassis.26th Jun 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan054
New sleeveless type magneto from the Watford Magneto Company, including pricing, potential savings, and testing issues.29th Aug 1927Box 50 \ 1  Scan055
Price comparison of various magnetos for 40/50 HP chassis and 12-cylinder aero engines.9th Sep 1927Box 50 \ 1  Scan056
Record of the price paid for a Marelli coil and distributor.31th Mar 1931Box 50 \ 1  Scan057
Record of the price paid for a Delco Remy coil and distributor.31th Mar 1931Box 50 \ 1  Scan058
Confidential internal memo detailing the factory costs for a list of automotive parts.26th Nov 1931Box 50 \ 1  Scan059
Cover note sending a copy of factory costs for electrical equipment.7th Jan 1932Box 50 \ 1  Scan060
Sketch for the re-arrangement of cutout contact point supports, requesting the conversion of distribution boxes for testing.22th Apr 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan061
Instructions for modifications to the R.R. Cut-Out, including diagrams for a new supporting strip and adjustments.18th Apr 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan062
Confirming a conversation and requesting experimental modifications to two standard distribution box cutouts.22th Apr 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan063
Listing parts required for experiments on two types of modified cutouts.6th May 1925Box 50 \ 1  Scan064


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