Patent Model - Injector

Maker and role
Henry Hopkinson (British), Patentee
Production date
Jan 10 1893
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Object detail

Media/Materials
Brass
Measurements
6 x 5 x 2" (15.2 x 12.7 x 5.1cm)
Description
Hopkinson's patent produces an injector "which if stopped by concussion or an impediment in the delivery pipe if steam is kept on will automatically restrict itself upon the impediment being removed." (Patent Number 489,813)
Object number
2015.14.3648a,b
Currently on display?
No

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