Yarn testing machine

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This yarn testing machine was probably made around 1900. It was used to conduct tensile tests on cotton yarn before proofing and dyeing.

The machine is arranged for wall mounting. The dial calibrated from 0 to 20 lbs and is marked 'JOHN NESBITT LTD/ MAKERS/ 42 MARKET ST/ MANCHESTER'.

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• Online ID: 000-100-044-777-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  T.1983.38
• Date: Probably around 1900
  
• Material: Inscription: John Nesbitt Ltd, 42 Market St, Manchester
  
• Dimensions: 1400 mm H x 620 mm x 210 mm
  
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• Subject: 14. INDUSTRIES, Textiles (Departmental Classification)
  
• Who: John Nesbitt Ltd (Inscribed on the machine)
  
• Where: England, Lancashire, Manchester (42 Market Street)
  
• Event:
• Description: Yarn testing machine use for tensile tests on cotton yarn before proofing and dyeing
  
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