Cutler-Hammer Rheostat, 1898-1920
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Artifact Overview
Rheostats vary the amount of electrical resistance in a circuit. They proved beneficial as the use of electrical power expanded in the late 1800s. Among their many applications, rheostats helped motors start safely, controlled motor speed, maintained a constant current in battery chargers, and adjusted volume and light levels.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Rheostat
Date Made
1898-1920
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2016.0.1.65
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Wire
Color
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 4.5 in
Width: 7.75 in
Length: 7 in
Inscriptions
on plate:
H.P. 1-2 VOLT 25/ FOR STARTING DUTY ONLY/ THE CUTLER-HAMMER M'F'G CO./MILWAUKEE, WIS,/ PATENTED JAN. 7, 1890
on metal tag:
647
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