gec.gif (1164 bytes)GEC K8393 & K8394


PRIVATE AUTOMATIC EXCHANGES
D.C. RINGING, 12 VOLT, UNISELECTOR TYPE

K 8393
This unit has an ultimate capacity for 15 lines, but can be equipped initially  for as few as 5 lines.  It is arranged for fixing on a shelf or table. The whole switchboard mechanism is mounted on a steel framework fixed to a substantial hardwood base and is suitably protected against dust or damage by a cover of pressed steel.

K8393 - 15 line pictured to the right.

K 8394
This unit has an ultimate capacity for 25 lines, but can be equipped with as few as 10 lines.  It can be fixed on a shelf or table, but is particularly adapted for wall uniting, the backboard being provided with battens for this purpose.  The apparatus on a metal framework hinged to the backboard so that it can be swung forward for inspection of the wiring, etc.  It is suitably protected against dust or damage a wood cover.

K8394 - 25 line pictured to the right.

Cat No. No. of lines Weight (lbs) Dimensions (ins)
K8393 5 48 18.75 x 13 x 8.5
K8393 10 52 18.75 x 13 x 8.5
K8393 15 58 18.75 x 13 x 8.5
K8394 10 76 23.25 x 16 x 10.5
K8394 15 79 23.25 x 16 x 10.5
K8394 20 92 23.25 x 16 x 10.5
K8394 25 94 23.25 x 16 x 10.5

Telephone instruments suitable for use with these boards are K8389 & K8390.

A triple conductor is necessary to connect the instruments to the switchboard.

See also the 1926 25 line PAX

Taken from the 1932 and the GEC Catalogue Everything Electrical - 1935 edition


Additional Pictures

10 Line

 

10 line rear

 

 

 
 
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