Vulcaniser

Maker
Thompson and Cole (estab. 1833, closed 1878)
Date
Circa 1870
 Description
Early model vulcaniser with what appears to be a water gauge at the side. Pressure gauge to 200 PSI (glass missing). Curious burner with control to limit pressure. Similar in outline to illustration in Dental Manufacturing Company catalogue of Walker's adjustable self regulating vulcaniser. Maker's plate missing.
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Object detail

Maker
Date
Circa 1870
Medium
bronze, steel
Measurements
45.0 x 25.0 cm (diam.)
Accession Number
HFA1732
Credit Line
Courtesy Mr A Treacy, 2004
Object Type
equipment
Henry Forman Atkinson Dental Museum Category
Dental Mechanics
Museum
Henry Forman Atkinson Dental Museum

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