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
2016.0.1.72
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Metal
Stone (Worked rock)
Wire
Copper alloy
Color
Black (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 5.25 in
Width: 9.75 in
Length: 9 in
Inscriptions
on plate:
H.P. 1 VOLTS 110-125/ FOR STARTING DUTY ONLY/ THE CUTLER-HAMMER M'F'G CO./ MILWAUKEE, WISC./ PATENTED JAN. 7, 1890
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