Penlight, Gemini IX-A

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Object Details

Manufacturer

ACR Electronics Corporation

Summary

This small flashlight was part of an tool kit available to astronauts for use on the Gemini IX-A mission. These flashlights were used during low lighting conditions in the spacecraft, particularly during the dark half of an orbit.

NASA transferred this penlight to the Museum in 1978.

Credit Line

Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

Inventory Number

A19781509000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Accessories

Materials

Synthetic Rubber, Plastic, Copper Alloy, Glass, Steel, Velcro

Dimensions

3-D: 13.3 x 2.5cm (5 1/4 x 1 in.)

Country of Origin

United States of America

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Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9dbb568b6-1b31-4901-8e68-41c08c9a79a6

Record ID

nasm_A19781509000