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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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Photostat copy of an earthed wiring scheme for chassis 4 EX, with remarks on wire specifications and diagram markings.14th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0317
Letter from Simplex Conduits Limited advising of a 10 to 14 day delivery delay on an order for Fuse Wire due to a works breakdown.14th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0318
Supply of 30 SWG lead tin alloy fuse wire from Lucas for instrument board switchboxes.16th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0319
Letter to Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. regarding the optimal positioning and combination of fuses in a dynamo circuit.17th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0320
Letter discussing issues with fuse arrangements and proposing a modification to improve reliability.17th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0321
Suggested modifications to a distribution board, particularly concerning fuse placement.17th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0322
Fuse current margins and experiments with insulating materials for fuse holders.17th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0323
Suggested modifications for the R.R. distribution board.17th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0324
Operation of fuses in an electrical system and suggesting improvements for fuse holders.17th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0325
Letter from The Lucas Electrical Co. Ltd. discussing fuses and different dynamo models.24th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0326
Chassis lighting dynamo, inspection lamp plugs, and dynamo protection fuses, referencing correspondence with the Lucas Electrical Company.26th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0327
Continued discussion on plug pin design and a new fuse system from Lucas for an experimental car.26th Feb 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0328
Specifying the correct tin lead fuse wire size for an experimental Lucas switchbox.16th Mar 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0329
Specification sheet detailing the fusing currents for various gauges of tin-lead fuse wire used in Lucas and R.R. switch boxes.23th Mar 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0330
The correct tin-lead fuse wire size for a distribution board.26th Mar 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0331
From RHC to EFC regarding the brittleness of fuse holders made from various materials.15th Apr 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0332
The unsuitability of certain brittle materials for fuse holders and a list of alternatives provided.16th Apr 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0333
Lucas switchboxes being delivered with incorrect fuse wire that has a higher amperage rating.29th Apr 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0334
Ignition and Klaxon failure on chassis 1.EX, attributing the fault to unreliable Lucas fuses and switches.1st Jun 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0335
Adding a plate with short fuse instructions to the outside of a Lucas Junction Box.24th Jun 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0336
Suggested text for a plate to be affixed to the outside of a Lucas junction box cover regarding fuses.24th Jun 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0337
New chassis troubles, specifically concerning electrical faults and the fusing system on chassis 46-LW.26th Jul 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0338
Undesirable electrical arrangements and faults in a vehicle's starter and generator system.26th Jul 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0339
Instructional document detailing the comparison test conditions for three different types of fuse wire.2nd Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0340
Results of fuse tests, detailing the amperage at which fuses blew under different test conditions.2nd Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0341
Instructions regarding the analysis of current values and melting wires.2nd Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0342
Instruction note discussing the properties and current carrying capacity of different classes of wire or fuse.2nd Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0343
Modifications to a distribution board for an earthed wiring scheme.6th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0344
Vehicle electrical systems, earthing, and the use of fuses in battery and distribution circuits.6th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0345
Instructions for a comparison test of two different specifications of fuse wire.6th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0346
Fuse test results for two specimens, A and B.6th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0347
Unsatisfactory fuse wire for the Lucas Dynamo Switchboard that fuses too readily and requires retrospective replacement.7th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0348
Specification for fuse wire to be used with Lucas Switchboards for a specific chassis alteration and dynamo.9th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0349
Specifying the fusing current limits for fuse wire.11th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0350
Confirming the correction of fuse wire specifications to 30 SWG Lead Tin Alloy, with added handwritten notes on fusing current limits.11th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0351
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the switchboard, dynamo, fuses, and bearings for lighting equipment.11th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0352
Request to order four quarter-pound coils of 30 SWG lead tin alloy fuse wire.17th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0353
EFC requesting an order for two types of tin lead fuse wire.19th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0354
Instructions detailing the fusing current for a No. 19 swg Tin-lead fuse in a Lucas Junction Box.19th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0355
Mr. Royce's preference for copper over tin-lead fuse wire for Lucas Junction Boxes.19th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0356
Extract detailing electrical equipment troubles found on new imported chassis.19th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0357
The alteration of fuse wire specification for a Lucas Junction Box.19th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0358
Telegram enquiring about the failure mode of Smith and Lucas electrical components when a fuse blows or a circuit is disconnected.24th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0359
Short memo to Mr. Royce regarding a machine failure due to a potential blown fuse or disconnection.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0360
Copy of a telegram detailing damage to a Clark Smith Dynamo and its components.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0361
Letter to Messrs. S. Smith & Sons Ltd. regarding the use of copper wire instead of tin-lead wire for the main fuse in a switchbox.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0362
Letter discussing a design change to make a fuse interchangeable.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0363
Telegram concerning a damaged Clark Smith dynamo due to a blown fuse in the armature circuit.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0364
Protection of a dynamo-battery system using fuses.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0365
The disadvantages of an electrical arrangement involving a dynamo, fuses, and battery discharge.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0366
Two hand-drawn wiring diagrams for a vehicle dynamo charging system.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0367
Report comparing electrical installation faults on various experimental cars.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0368
Proposed new position for the distributing board for improved accessibility.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0369
Fuse systems for Lucas & Smith dynamos and their overheating characteristics.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0370
Continued discussion on main and field fuse arrangements for the dynamo battery system.25th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0371
Alteration of a car's lighting installation to 24 volts and associated wiring systems.26th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0372
Cause of overheating in a Smith Dynamo and the proposed solution of removing fuses from the circuit.26th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0373
Cause of a Smith dynamo breakdown due to interchanged fuses and a proposed new wiring system.27th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0374
Design of a distributing board, focusing on the dangers of incorrect fuse sizes and potential dynamo damage.27th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0375
Note regarding circuit cutout failure due to oxidised contacts and the preference for copper fuses.27th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0376
Design and materials for a distributing board, focusing on insulation.27th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0377
Requesting the testing of a sample of Lucas Switchboard fuse wire for potential production use.27th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0378
Test results for a portion of fuse wire used in a condenser production test, observing the effects of pressure on fusing current.20th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0379
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding switchboards, experimental copper fuses, and the return of dynamos.30th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0380
Testing fuse wire for a Lucas switchbox, which was found to be unsuitable.31th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0381
From EFC to Da discussing the wiring arrangement of fuses in the dynamo main circuit.31th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0382
Continuation of a document discussing different schemes of fuses and equivalent arrangements.31th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0383
Suitability and specifications of a fuse wire for a switchboard.1st Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0384
Unsatisfactory fuse wire for the Lucas switchboard and the need to expedite obtaining the correct wire.1st Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0385
Request for Report No. 7 concerning troubles with new chassis 46-LW.2nd Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0386
Letter from Rolls-Royce of America suggesting the addition of a fuse to the lamp circuits due to fire risk and potential insurance issues.19th Aug 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0387
Suggestion to consider cartridge-type fuses over the current designs which are difficult to replace on the road.3rd Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0388
Explaining the decision not to include fuses in the lamp circuits of post-war cars using the Lucas electrical system.3rd Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0389
Letter from S. Smith & Sons regarding the position of the main fuse on switchboards being manufactured, suggesting a separate experimental fuse box.6th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0390
Standardization of electrical fuses to a single gauge copper wire.6th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0391
New wiring scheme and distributing board design for the 6 EX model.6th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0392
Positive side of an electrical circuit and its protection.6th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0393
The electrical installation on a chassis, specifically the fuse system and dynamo protection.10th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0394
Instructions detailing available sizes of copper wire for experiments on fuses.28th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0395
Letter discussing the suitability of American electrical components, like fuses and cutouts, for a chassis.28th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0396
Drawing of a typical fuse installation, detailing its components and dimensions.20th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0397
Instruction sheet detailing tests on two specimens each of different gauge wires.20th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0398
Instruction sheet detailing fusing current test results for two different wire gauges.30th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0399
Test report on gauge wire, detailing issues with a fuze carrier and listing fusing current measurements.30th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0400
Instruction sheet detailing fusing current tests for different wire gauges.30th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0401
Instruction sheet detailing the results of fusing current tests on a 19 S.W.G. wire.30th Sep 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0402
Properties and selection of appropriate fuse wire.1st Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0403
The suitability of wire samples for a switchbox based on their fusing current.11th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0404
Results of tests on a Smith dynamo and comparing different exciting circuits and fuse systems.5th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0405
Continued document discussing the design of a hand-wound armature for a dynamo.5th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0406
Recommendation for fitting additional fuses for body lighting circuits.6th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0407
Required specifications for fuse wires for the chassis switchbox and junction box.8th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0408
Letter to a supplier rejecting fuse wire samples and requesting new ones with specific fusing properties.11th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0409
Letter confirming the satisfactory testing of a 30 SWG fuse wire sample from the London Electric Wire Company & Smiths Ltd.11th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0410
Inadequacy of Lucas electrical components and the development of new in-house switches and fuses.22th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0411
Letter regarding samples of 19s and 20s Pure Tin Wire for Fuse Wire Junction Boxes.25th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0412
Test results for two specimens of fuse wire for a Lucas Junction Box.26th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0413
The testing of two different gauges of pure tin fuse wire to determine their fusing currents.27th Oct 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0414
Specifying the use of 19 SWG pure tin fuse wire for the junction box after testing samples.11th Nov 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0415
Test report on the fusing currents of copper fuses in a PR Distribution Box.9th Nov 1920Box 61 \ 2  scan0416


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