Object Details
- Description
- The Smithsonian acquired this example in 1919. The inscription on the base reads “TORSION BALANCE.” That on a tag reads “THE TORSION BALANCE CO. / STYLE 254 NEW YORK No. 99550 / PAT. JAN. 6. 85. JAN. 22. 89. MAY 19.91.”
- In 1890, the Springer Torsion Balance Co. boasted that the Style 254 was a very handsome and accurate Counter Scale that was nickel-plated throughout, that could be loaded with 20 pounds, that was sensitive to 2 grains, and that cost $30. In 1920, the Torsion Balance Co. noted that Style 254 was “Extensively used for heavy routine work in colleges and industrial plants.” At that time it had a capacity of 10 pounds, and was sensitive to 3 grains.
- Ref: The Springer Torsion Balance Co. ad in Druggists Circular and Chemical Gazette (Dec. 1, 1890): 68.
- The Torsion Balance Co., Chemical and Laboratory Balances (New York, 1920), p. 6.
- Location
- Currently not on view
- Data Source
- National Museum of American History
- maker
- Torsion Balance Company
- date made
- 1919
- Credit Line
- The Torsion Balance Company
- Measurements
- overall: 10 in x 20 1/8 in x 9 1/8 in; 25.4 cm x 51.1175 cm x 23.1775 cm
- overall: 9 5/8 in x 20 1/8 in x 9 1/8 in; 24.4475 cm x 51.1175 cm x 23.1775 cm
- Object Name
- Torsion Balance
