RecordBattery, known as Cruickshanks batterymade in England
Battery, known as Cruickshanks batteryThis battery, known as 'Cruickshank's battery' was made in England around 1900. The battery has bimetallic plates of copper soldered to zinc, which were cemented into a wooden box. This meant that the battery could be filled with a weak acid solution for use and then emptied afterwards. In this example two cell partitions have been removed to show the bimetallic construction. Current electricity is produced when two metals are combined with moisture. Many attempts were made during the 19th century to produce an electric battery that was compact, durable and safe. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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