Surveying Instrument Collection
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Maker |
Carl Zeiss, Oberkochen, Germany |
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Model |
90° Prism for Ni 2 Automatic Level |
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Serial Number |
nil |
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Dimensions |
64 mm diameter, 118 mm long |
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Image |
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Description |
Objective (90°) prism for the Carl Zeiss automatic level Ni 2 (see item 0308). Used for plumbing (accuracy ±0.2" for measurements in 2 positions) and to establish vertical planes. The prism can be rotated about the telescope axis. The prism can be folded away without removing it from the telescope. A locking screw holds the device on the telescope. |
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History & comments |
cirka 1960 |
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Conservation |
In leather case with carrying strap |
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Condition |
excellent (both, prism and case) |
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Remarks |
The prism is marked " P/C 12097" (with felt pen). The case carries the inscription Fa 55, P/C12097. |
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Dates |
Catalogued in 2010 by JMR. Photo by JMR. |