Free Oscilloscopes (UK collection only) - Page 1
Forum section: electronics / general

author: MosherIV
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 11, 2018, 12:14:46 pm
content: HiThe National Museum of Computinghttp://www.tnmoc.org/is pleased to offer a number of vintage oscilloscopes to any one in the UK.TNMOC needs to clear space in our storage wearhouse, so all the scopes are being offered (they are not a central part of the computing story).All the scopes on offer can be seen here :https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yykf1iszwyzz61e/AADprDgFUI4CJfjAWjd158N_a?dl=0The Tektronics 5xx may already be claimed by a collector.There are a number of HPs, Heathkit and Telequipment.There is 1 spectrum analyser in there as well.There is 1 valve based counter in there as wellThe scopes are offered as is, no warranty or liability.Condition is as seen, none have been tested (we cannot allow them to be tested on site due to insurance liabilities)Collection ONLY and by appointment only (usually weekends).First come first serve.ALL oscilloscope MUST go be the end of February. Any scope not taken will be disposed of, ie scrapped!So please taken them, save them, save them save them!Please drop me a message via this forum about which scope you want and to arrange collection.TNMOC is a charity, monetry donations will be greatfully acceptedregardsMosherIV

author: trevwhite
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 11, 2018, 03:36:11 pm
content: Hi is the 7000 series scope with frame still available? I would be interested in that.Trev

author: MosherIV
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 11, 2018, 05:28:22 pm
content: Personal mail sent

author: Godzil
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2018, 12:35:25 pm
content: Is this one still available:https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yykf1iszwyzz61e/AADprDgFUI4CJfjAWjd158N_a?dl=0&preview=2018-02-03+13.55.50.jpg?Would be interested inWhat is the Spectrum analyser? (Edit: ok found it, way to big for me)Thanks!(Don't get fooled by the french flag on my account, I live in the UK and not too far from Bletchley, just that I'm french XD)

author: NivagSwerdna
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 13, 2018, 01:05:22 pm
content: That HP Counter deserves to be in a museum...You will find it's original listing in the 1956 HP catalog here...http://www.hparchive.com/Catalogs/HP-Catalog-1956-10-Revised.pdfUnfortunately I don't have the space to put it somewhere and marvel at it.HP was a private company in 1956

author: Robmanser11
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 14, 2018, 09:49:08 am
content: HiI would be very interested in an oscilloscope, if you still have them.I am a beginner in electronics and would like one to learn on, if you could possibly suggest one that would be suitableThank you

author: Robmanser11
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 14, 2018, 09:56:58 am
content: Hi againI just replied to your post and would like to add thisIt is part of a response from someone on here who is trying to help me and are suggesting some scopes that I should be on the lookout for and wondered if you had anything suitable?1. Tektronix 22252. Tektronix 465/475 (working only!)3. Philips PM32174. Any 60MHz hameg.5. Any working Hitachi.Look out for: dual channels, 50MHz bandwidth minimum (don't be lured by cheap 20MHz units!), bright crisp display and service manual available.V

author: NivagSwerdna
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 14, 2018, 11:13:13 am
content: Quote from: Robmanser11 on February 14, 2018, 09:49:08 amFWIW This equipment is very very old and much of it is valve based. You might be better off looking at something more modern on ebay or buying a low end modern scope. (Not everyone has a valve tester!)

author: tggzzz
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 14, 2018, 11:31:32 am
content: Quote from: Robmanser11 on February 14, 2018, 09:56:58 amPM sent.

author: IanG3XYV
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 16, 2018, 06:20:22 pm
content: Hi MosherIV,I would be very interested in a TEK 500 series scope (preference for the 585). I have recently restored a TEK544 so I know how heavy they are! I live not far away and could collect most times.RegardsIan

author: factory
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 16, 2018, 07:31:48 pm
content: In the saved folder is something I've been looking for years, a HP 524 counter. I honesty thought that there were none left in the UK, judging by how many parts that have appeared for sale over the years, in fact both the smaller ones I have in my collection came from overseas (521 & 523).Does anyone know what they are doing with it or is it available?David

author: NivagSwerdna
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 16, 2018, 07:46:34 pm
content: Quote from: factory on February 16, 2018, 07:31:48 pm(see my comments above). I hope you save it. If you don't I might feel obliged to take it myself.http://hpmemoryproject.org/wa_pages/wall_a_page_11.htm

author: factory
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 16, 2018, 09:54:41 pm
content: Thanks for the reminding me of the HParchive site, looks like they have added a few more catalogs since I last looked, I did have most of the pre 1970 ones downloaded.I've had a good look through the late 50's to early 60's ones and the 524B looks to have been discontinued by 1961 (last appears in the 1960 catalog) having been replaced by the 524D version.Definitely will need to bring some help for collection if it is available as the weight is approx 49kg.David

author: High_vacuum_house
author_rank: Newbie
timestamp: February 17, 2018, 02:07:28 pm
content: Good afternoon,PM sentSomehow I love ancient boat anchor test equipment especially those with valves and weigh a ton even if when restored and working it has little practical use!!Christopher Capener

author: MosherIV
author_rank: Super Contributor
timestamp: February 20, 2018, 10:58:58 pm
content: Bump.Last chance to save these lovely scopes.All the Tektronics 500 series are available.1 HP scope still available.Many Telequipment still available.Hurry.Drop me a message if interrested.

author: GerryBags
author_rank: Frequent Contributor
timestamp: February 21, 2018, 12:58:46 am
content: I'd definitely be interested in one of the 585's, if one is still available?