Artifact Details

Title

Computer magnetic tape mechanism

Catalog Number

102735159

Type

Physical object

Description

Object is a heavy aluminum plate to which is attached two electric motors and partial mechanisms for tape reels.

Manufacturer

Raytheon Manufacturing Company

Place Manufactured

Waltham, Mass.

Identifying Numbers

Model number RX-2933A Engraved on label
Other number 0015 Stamped in white ink, bottom center
Other number 345-5863 Hand written in yellow grease pencil
Serial number 14 Engraved on label

Dimensions

overall: 15 in x 19 1/2 in x 15 in

Category

Memory & storage/tape