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Dinas Mines Rescue, Saxon breathing apparatus
The "Saxon" self-contained breathing apparatus. Oxygen cylinder and absorbent canister housed in the cavity of a U-shaped breathing bag with straps and padding to attach it to front of wearer.
Collection Area
Industry
Item Number
1995.150/2
Historical Associations
Associated Person/Body: National Coal Board
Association Type: coal company
Creation/Production
Siebe Gorman & Co. Ltd.
Acquisition
Donation, 9/3/1995
Measurements
Length
(mm): 450
Width
(mm): 100
Height
(mm): 660
Material
metal
rubber
leather
textile (synthetic)
Location
In store
Classification
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