That's a Meccano motor everyone said.
And it turns out we were all wrong. It's actually from a Moto Trix construction set. Looks a bit like Meccano but the holes are spaced differently so the two aren't compatible. You can read more about these sets over on the Brigton Toy and Model Museum website.
I like this because it's pure motor. Nothing is hidden away inside a casing. Back in 1936 when the motor was introduced, electricity was still a bit of a novelty to many people so for the curious child, being able to see how this magic thing worked must have been fascinating.
Best of all, my motor still operates. Given an dose of 9V from a PP3 battery, it whirs away quite happily.
Love it, love it love it!
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I’ve still got my Moto Trix construction set from years ago. The motor still works. I just have to decide which grandson should have it!
ReplyDeleteat 10 years old my mother said what do you want for Christmas David ? I said I'd like a TRIX set please! whe6
ReplyDeleteAt 10 years or so old, my mother said "what would you like for Christmas David ?" I said I'd like a TRIX set please ! I had no idea where I'd heard about this but they provided one and I spent HOURS playing. building. As a result I've spent my life as an engineer ! At 78 years old now, I have fond memories of my TRIX set !
ReplyDeleteI asked my dad for a trix set meaning magic tricks and he bought me a trix electronic set which set me off loving electronics. I am now 79 and love anything to do with electronics. I still yearn for a trix set!
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