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ID number:  BIRRC-P0899
Institution:  Research and Cultural Collections
Named collection:  Historic Physics Collection
Title / Object name:  Cavity magnetron - Commercial air-cooled
Object type:  Cavity magnetron
Date made:  Early 1940s
Materials:  Mainly copper and glass
Measurements:  Block diam. 5.0 cm, height 3.7 cm, overall 24 x 8.3 x 5.8 cm
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An early commercial high power cavity magnetron similar to the Birmingham-made P0897. The cathode connections are better made and shielded. There is a proper coaxial output. Complete with original cardboard packing.

Inscriptions / Translations:  AK CV160 KB/S Serial No. 3565B

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