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Beckman Gas Metering System

  • 1963

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This instrument was likely used in industrial settings to monitor systems for rate of flow and gas leaks.

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Extent
  • 8 in. W x 10 in. L
Inscription
  • (verso) "SO. CALIF. GAS CO. 1963 "GAS METERING SYSTEM" Checks meters for flow-rate and leaks. K. Charlton 13 Tad 534-5"
  • (verso) "88"
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Credit line
  • Courtesy of Science History Institute

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Series arrangement
  • Series X. Photographic Materials
  • Sub-series 3. Photo Albums
Physical container
  • Box 80

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Dietrich, T. A. “Beckman Gas Metering System,” 1963. Beckman Historical Collection, Box 80. Science History Institute. Philadelphia. https://digital.sciencehistory.org/works/x346d4343.

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