Object number
88/67/1-4
Title
Macaura's Pulsocon,
Creator
Description
A Macaura's Pulsocon, probably used for aiding blood circulation in animals. Made by The British Appliances Manufacturing Co.
This is a veterinary instrument manufactured by The British Appliances Manufacturing Co. It is called a Macaura's Pulsocon and was probably used for aiding blood circulation in animals. It's massage function is caused to vibrate by turning a crank. It is stored in its original cardboard box, inscribed 'The British Appliances Manufacturing Co. // Macaura's Pulsocon // Patent No. 13932'. It was used on agricultural estate near Hull around time of First World War.
Physical description
1 pulsocon (with box and lid): chrome plated metal; rubber; cardboardLooks much like a hand-powered drill, with one handle for holding and the other for turning in a circular motion. The turning mechanism causes a vibrating movement which, when attached, causes the rubber end to vibrate too.
Production date
1914 - 1918
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External document
- L:\MERL\Objects\JISC 2012\60 series negatives\60_15445.tif - High resolution image
