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Adapter, Urine System, Apollo 11

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    Object Details

    Manufacturer

    Seaton-Wilson Mfg. Co.

    Summary

    This urine system adapter used on the Apollo 11 mission allowed astronauts to drain their urine collection transfer assemblies (UTCA) after use during launch or spacewalks. Each end of the adapter has a quick disconnect fitting, the large end to connect to the collection device and the small end to connnect to the urine hose attachment of the spacecraft. This allowed, with the activation of a drain valve, for urine to exit the UCTA and vent into space.
    NASA tranferred this adapter to the Museum with other Apollo 11 equipment in 1970.

    Credit Line

    Transferred from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration

    Inventory Number

    A19791549000

    Restrictions & Rights

    Usage conditions apply

    Type

    PERSONAL EQUIPMENT-Hygiene & Waste Management

    Materials

    Anodized Aluminum
    Plastic
    Synthetic Rubber
    Ink
    Synthetic Fabric
    Adhesive

    Dimensions

    Overall: 4.1 x 4.8 x 11.7cm (1 5/8 x 1 7/8 x 4 5/8 in.)

    Country of Origin

    United States of America

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    National Air and Space Museum Collection

    Data Source

    National Air and Space Museum

    Metadata Usage

    Not determined

    Link to Original Record

    http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv9f02225cb-927e-4a28-adce-ef74e13552a2

    Record ID

    nasm_A19791549000

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