R-500
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The Tektronix Type R-500 Scope-Mobile oscilloscope cart, introduced in 1949, was the original standard cart for 500-series scopes through the 1950s. It was initially a spare-time project developed by Dick Rhiger.
The Type 500 cart coexisted with the Tilt-Lock series of carts (which were introduced in 1961), e.g., the 201, 202, 203, 204, and 205.
Although the Tilt-Lock scopes are more convenient in cases where the operator alternates between standing and sitting, the original Type 500 cart is more rigid.
Features:
- 11" x 15" blank front panel to allow for customization by customers
- Fixed tilt-back angle of 20 degrees
- 5-inch diameter rubber caster wheels
- Weight: 42 pounds
There is also a Type 500/53, in which the blank front panel is replaced by a Type 53 panel.
Links
Documents Referencing R-500
| Document | Class | Title | Authors | Year | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1949 Tektronix Sales Brochure.pdf | Brochure | Announcing New Tektronix Instruments | 1949 | 511A • 511AD • 512 • 104 • 105 • 121 • 112 • 513 • R-500 |
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Description in 1950 Tek catalog