DUNCAN'S KEYBOARD TYPING REPERF
This was a garage rescue so it might well be a mongrel inside a TT-253A case.
Maybe it is a TT-253F where F stands for Frankenstein?
FEEDOUT
IIRC, there was an automatic version that would feed out some length of LTRS after X cycles of MARK. And there were some that were operated remotely (switch key on keyboard). The 200 ohm 252M magnet says 100madc when used for keyboard sync pulsing- but I also see 200 ohm coils saying 50madc or 115vac.
My impression - If the LPR reperf is a marvel of impenetrable mechanical complexity, the tape feedout mechanisms are icing on the cake...
MODEL NUMBERS
The magical document that lists characteristics of each model number (apparatus code) is called an Analysis Chart - unfortunately I have never seen one for the LPR reperf. These came from Jim Haynes -
The Apparatus Code chart is something I started to try to fill in blanks. It needs updating - any additional info is greatly appreciated,
For models with Bell designations (28A, 28B, etc.), This document provides info on the various configurations, often with the corresponding Teletype model number (LPR4AWA, LPR7AWA, etc.) - see page 89 for some LPR info. But nothing on LPR13...
CHAD DISPOSAL -
If the reperf isn't fitted for a vacuum and storage bag, the chad is directed out of the bottom of the unit - check this reperf description -
"This unit, which produces fully perforated tape, is designed to mount on a 28D typing reperforator base which in turn mounts on a 28A typing reperforator table. The table must be modified to accommodate a chad container.
Features of this unit are a chad chute which has an opening on top for clearing out chad in the event of a jam, a chad container for mounting on the table, and 31 point male & female connectors."
See page 13 of this parts book showing the 176615 chad chute/box modification to the table
The instructions are in Specification 50050S which I don't have
"50050S- 176615 kit to adapt 28A and 28D bases for use with typing or non typing reperforator containing a fully perforated punch mechanism"
Yours in teletypery.....
Is there a document that lists all the different M28
reperf "LPR" models and what is different about each?
I'm working on a TT-253A (thanks to Nick!) that does not have a
standard reperf in it. The TT-253A is supposed to use a LPR53AWA
(full perf, tape feed out, backspace). What is in this unit is a
LPR13XXX (chadless, tape feed out, no backspace). The unit punches
fine (after I re-hooked up a spring in the Selector Magnet area),
but can't check the printing yet due to missing print hammer (one
on order from Nick).
In checking out the "Tape feed-out" function - the tape feed-out
solenoid operates (and buzzes) and the ratchets turn but no tape
out. I think this is the version that tape-out is suppressed by
incoming message (there is an arm going up towards the SM
armature), but can't see why it is not releasing the function
clutch when running closed.
Also confusion between different manuals about whether the tape
feed-out solenoid is supposed to operate on 115V AC or 115V DC.
1963 vintage manuals (eg NAVSHIPS 94456) show TT-253A using
LPR53AWA reperf with solenoid L5850 (TC # 274); 450 ohms; 115VDC.
Wiring diagrams show the LTRK5 base with a series resistor &
diode and parallel capacitor to supply the 115VDC. But this LTRK5
base has the resistor & diode replaced by wires and the
capacitor removed.
I thought that the removal of the 115VDC parts could have been a
later modification. (Besides the change of LPR unit, this TT-253A
had the power & signal lines soldered directly to the blue
Amphenol 16 contact ribbon connector!) (I've ordered the mating
connector)
Then I got a hold of the NAVELEX 0967-LP-616-7010 (APR 79) manuals
and they show the LTRK5 base and LPR53 wired for 115VAC!!
I'm getting confused!
The reperf in this TT-253A is a LPR13XXX, with a tape-out solenoid
#252 and measures 200 ohms and it does not look like any of the
drawings in any of the manuals. (Pictures enclosed) I've read how
the tape-out mechanism is supposed to work, but had trouble
following it, especially in that my unit seems different from what
the manuals are talking about.
When I energize the solenoid, the timing ratchets rotate, but
nothing else happens. I've tried pushing & pulling (gently)
the various levers in the area, but nothing trips the function
clutch. I'll put in the parts to put DC on the #252 solenoid, but
I don't think it will affect the tape-out.
This dissertation was partly just to get my thoughts & facts
together, but if anyone has any ideas about the tape-out
mechanism, I'd like to hear them.
Thanks,
Duncan
K2OEQ
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