Schaeffer & Budenberg Manometer, 1875-1898
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Artifact Overview
The German firm of Schaeffner and Budenberg began manufacturing gauges in the 19th century. This manometer measures the pressure of a fluid or gas through a pipe -- such as those found on steam engines -- alerting workers so they can avoid any problems that may occur.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Manometer
Date Made
1875-1898
Place of Creation
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2017.0.34.149
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Glass (Material)
Metal
Color
White (Color)
Black (Color)
Silver (Color)
Dimensions
Height: 8 in
Width: 7 in
Length: 1.75 in
Inscriptions
on dial:
Stahlrohr-Manometer / Maschinenfabrik Augsburg. / Augsburg. / Schaffer & Budenberg / Magdeburg - Buckau. / FABRIK-ZEICHEN / kg pro qcm / No. 2184280.
painted on glass cover:
14.
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