Artifact Details

Title

WISC (Wisconsin Integrally Synchronized Computer) logic unit

Catalog Number

102681843

Type

Physical object

Description

Object is a metal framed module bearing 6 vacuum tubes. Handwritten on masking tape on the handle "6-60 BW". Old paper label tied to the handle reads: "7/2/58 JAM"

Date

1951-1954

Manufacturer

Wisconsin, University of

Place Manufactured

U.S.

Identifying Numbers

Other number U5-4 Stamped in yellow on frame between tubes

Dimensions

overall: 7 1/4 in x 8 1/2 in x 1 3/4 in

Category

Component/vacuum tube

Credit

Gift of Gene M. Amdahl

Lot Number

X1040.90