Long distance voice frequency polythene insulated cable, 1930-1962

Made:
1930-1962 in United Kingdom
Long distance voice frequency polythene insulated and sheathed

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Long distance voice frequency polythene insulated and sheathed
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Long distance voice frequency polythene insulated and sheathed twenty seven star quad cable, made by Standard Telephones and Cables Limited, British, 1930-1962

Details

Category:
Telecommunications
Object Number:
1962-80
Materials:
copper (alloy), paper (fibre product), metal (unknown), plastic (unidentified) and polyethylene (polythene)
Measurements:
overall: 230 mm x 40 mm diameter
type:
cable
credit:
Donated by STC plc