Mainframe Computer Components, Ferranti Mark II High Speed Tape Reader Parts Used with Athena

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Description:

These are parts for a paper tape reader made by Ferranti and used with the Athena.

These are labeled as a tape drive assembly, springs etc.

Object 1983.3001.50 is the tape reader, objects 1983.3001.38 through 1983.3001.46 and 1983.3001.51 are related parts.

Maker: Ferranti Limited

Location: Currently not on view

Place Made: United Kingdom

See more items in: Medicine and Science: Computers

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Credit Line: Carnegie Mellon University

Data Source: National Museum of American History

Id Number: 1983.3001.39Nonaccession Number: 1983.3001Catalog Number: 1983.3001.39

Object Name: mainframe computer peripheral componentsmainframe computer componentsmainframe computer peripheral component

Physical Description: metal (overall material)Measurements: overall: 5.6 cm x 14.5 cm x 4.5 cm; 2 7/32 in x 5 23/32 in x 1 25/32 in

Metadata Usage: CC0

Guid: http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/ng49ca746ad-6448-704b-e053-15f76fa0b4fa

Record Id: nmah_1404315

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