Polarizing Adapter

Object numberED.CS.2025.35.247
TitlePolarizing Adapter
CreatorRadiometer (Manufacturer)
DescriptionLight green cardboard box which is inscribed along both long edges 'Radiometer Copenhagen'. Contains a polarizing adapter used for dead stop end point titration. Short length of red cable with a diode at each end coated in metal. Stamped on one of these is 'Radiometer Type L.409 10 KiloOhm'. Box also contains a black and white metal attachment, with a small black plastic screw at one end and a longer smooth protruberance from theother. This attachement is in a sealed plastic bag. Alongside these is a printed pamphlet giving instructions on use.
Dead stop end point titration is used in anaesthesia to accuratley calculate dosages of anaesthetic agents.
Production placeDenmark
Production date c 1952 - c 1990
Production periodTwentieth century
Object nameAnaesthetic apparatus
Object categoryMedical Equipment
Dimensions
- Box Width: 11.5 cm
Depth: 8 cm
Height: 3 cm