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).
Instructions for testing three moulded covers made from different materials (Mouldensite, Bakelite & Elo) to assess performance after heating.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 39\3\ Scan185 | |
| Date | 20th July 1922 | |
| ROLLS-ROYCE LIMITED. INSTRUCTIONS. To Mr Clarke Order No Customer's No. RR 238 (300 Bks.) (SF 152. 6-11-18.) MP 197880 X1 3573. 20-7-1922 Herewith 3 covers moulded from the three different material we have sampled viz Mouldensite, Bakelite & Elo. The shape of these pieces will be suitable for various mechanical tests & heat tests. Mr Halderby complains that the Distributor Heads close after being heated by the engine. The pieces I have sent will enable you to tell if there is any difference in the three powders in this respect. Signed E J Brock This Sheet must be filed on completion of the work. | ||