Magneto Mining Exploder

This is a magneto exploder or 'blasting machine', a device that would have been used in mining to detonate blasting caps remotely. When the detachable handle (not pictured) is depressed, an electrical impulse is generated by the machine, and sent along the line to trigger the blasting caps. The device has a robust brass casing in good condition, with a carrying handle.

Museum reference:
NLC-1998-183
Made by:
Schaffler's System
Associated with:
Gateside Mine · Cambuslang, Scotland
Dimensions:
height: 95mm
width: 60mm
depth: 194mm
Materials:
brass, wood, steel
Inscriptions:
Dynamo Electr Mine Exploder Type BD10 volts 80/60 Ampere 15 No of shots 10 No 755 96 Highest Reistance OHMS 80

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