Pint-ype insulator, ca. 1916

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Pint-ype insulator, ca. 1916

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Description

Pin-type insulators similar to this Lapp #6183 are still used on utility poles today.

Insulators are necessary on electric lines to prevent current from "leaking" off the line.

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  • Title: Pint-ype insulator, ca. 1916
  • Creator: Lapp Insulator Co.
  • Creation Date: circa 1916
  • Subject Date: circa 1916
  • Media: Porcelain
  • Local Code: 2004.090.4426
  • Collection: Central Maine Power Company collection
  • Object Type: Physical Object

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