Collection Database

Object ID 1111779
Object Name Belliss & Morcom V Type Compound
Object Date 1931-03-10
Works Number 8505
Location Steam Hall
Category Steam Machinery
Acquired 2014-08-12
Status Working
Description

V type compound engine driving generator.

Originally installed at St Andrews Hospital, Norwich along with sister engine No 8506.

HP bore 10"

LP bore 14.5"

Stroke 6"


Working rpm 600 producing 90-85 BHP off 140psi with 10psi back pressure

Manufacturer Belliss and Morcom Ltd
Manufactured Birmingham, England
Condition Good
Core Yes
Accession No IF:2014:116
Collection Id Internal Fire Core Collection
Shortman NULL
Image

HP packings

HP rod off to remove and service packing boxes

New top spring plate to replace cracked original