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Demonstration model of astatic galvanometer
    • Setting:
      Room XVI
    • Maker:
      unknown
    • Date:
      second half 19th cent.
    • Materials:
      mahogany, brass
    • Dimensions:
      total height 525 mm, base 615x403 mm
    • Inventory:
      541
    • Demonstration model of astatic galvanometer (Inv. 541)

Demonstration model of astatic galvanometer consisting of a mahogany base with three large leveling screws, a brass frame for a thick copper wire coil with black silk insulation, and a simple suspension for the astatic needles. The instrument is housed in a six-sided mahogany frame with six glass panels. The scale is a large ring brass graduated in four quadrants of 0°-90°, and the coil is connected to two brass terminals with clamps.