Summary
Electrolytic detector. Radio component. Made in Australia by A. W. Carr of Ascot Vale, Victoria in 1927 to a 1908 design.
A thin wire is lowered into the cup containing electrolyte, thus creating a rectifying effect for a radio receiver.
Physical Description
Ebonite base with two terminals with central brass cup. A brass pedestal supports a threaded shaft with a knob at one end and a screw grip on the other holding a very fine piece of wire (0.1 mm diameter).
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Manufacturer
A, W. Carr, Ascot Vale, Greater Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, 1927
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Overall Dimensions
94 mm (Height), 87 mm (Outside Diameter)
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