Artifact Details

Title

IBM card gauge

Catalog Number

102732617

Type

Physical object

Description

The object is a metal plate somewhat larger than an IBM punched card. A paper test card apparently slides into place under three metal tabs so the user can check whether the punches in the card line up properly with the markings on the object. Written on the back of the object is "1401 ONLY IBM."

Manufacturer

IBM

Dimensions

overall: 1/8 in x 8 1/4 in x 4 in

Category

Miscellaneous/tools and hardware