'Diehl Combitron S' calculator used at Sydney Observatory
Object No. K1223
Calculator, with dilector, covers (2) and documents (4), 'Diehl Combitron S', desk top model with algebraic functions, metal / plastic / electronic components / paper, used by Sydney Observatory, New South Wales, Australia, made in Diehl, Nurnberg, Germany, c. 1964-1974
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Summary
Physical Description
Calculator, 'Diehl Combitron S', programmable, desk top model, with algebraic functions, keyboard input, printed paper output, comes with dilector, and 4 manuals, Diehl, Nurnberg, Germany, c. 1964 - 1974 (OF).
DIMENSIONS
Height
540 mm
Width
425 mm
Depth
280 mm
HISTORY
Notes
This calculator was obtained by Sydney Observatory in 1971. It replaced a Machant electric machine which had been in use for 23 years and was worn out. It was replaced in July 1974 with a more versatile Diehl Alphatronic Calculator (Object No. K1224). - Harley Wood, Sydney Observatory Papers No. 91, Sydney Observatory 1958 to 1981.
SOURCE
Acquisition Date
5 September 1984
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