BELL No. 56


DC bell with a 2.5 inch gong.

Diagram N656

Operating voltages:-
Bell 56A - 2-5 or 5-10 volts dc (2 x 50 ohm coils)
Bell 56C - 10-25 or 25-60 volts dc (2 x 1000 ohm coils)

Internal use only.

Coloured black these bells were universally used throughout BT and many private companies. Early versions may have a wooden base or metal cover. Most will be made out of plastic.

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Last revised: December 07, 2004

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