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RPC R.P.C. Test Generator - vintage NASA electronics - Resistive Plate Chamber

$ 79.2

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
  • Brand: Unbranded
  • MPN: unknown
  • Condition: Used

    Description

    This is a R.P.C. / RPC test generator
    It is was most likely
    made
    in 1974 based on the 7449 date code on the one IC.
    This device came from a NASA auction.  Most items had NASA tags on them this one doesn't.  There is a very good chance it was hand made because there is no part number or banding on it.
    The power cord has been clipped off but I did put a jumper on it and powered it up.  It appears to be working but I don't have a scope right now to test the outputs.
    It was last inventoried in 1979 based on the little blue sticker on the lid.
    I did a little research and a RPC seems to be a Resistive Plate Chamber.
    A
    Resistive plate chamber
    (RPC) is a particle detector used in high energy physics.
    If anyone out there knows what NASA would have been using this for I would appreciate knowing.
    Physics - Instrumentation and Detectors
    Sold as-is with no returns.