Edison Manufacturing Company Fan Motor, 1889-1911
THF165667 / Edison Manufacturing Company Fan Motor, 1889-1911
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Artifact Overview
Companies began producing small electric motors in the late 1800s to power household appliances like electric fans. The first fans, driven by direct current motors, were bulky and potentially dangerous due to exposed electrical components and blades. Advancements in motor technology--specifically the reliable, compact alternating current motor--and inexpensive electrical power made fans available to a growing number of Americans.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Motor
Date Made
1889-1911
Creators
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
29.2002.45
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Thomas A. Edison.
Material
Metal
Paint (Coating)
Wire
Color
Black (Color)
Gold (Color)
Brown
Dimensions
Height: 9.74 in
Width: 7 in
Length: 7 in
Inscriptions
painted on side:
Thomas A. Edison/ TRADE MARK
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