2019/027
Kern K1-A optical compass theodolite
Kern K1-A optical compass theodolite in green enamel. Used for measuring horizontal and vertical angles in land surveying and for setting out works.
The -A denotes the fact that the vertical circle is compensated and settles with 0 at the zenith provided the instrument is within certain level limits.
| Acquisition Number | 2019/027 |
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| Item Type | |
| Short Description | Kern K1-A optical compass theodolite |
| Manufactured by | |
| Date of Manufacture | c. 1968 |
| Sub-items | Metal case with leather strap |
| Supporting Items | None |
| Makers Number | 134009 |
| Marks | "HOC" on black Dymo tape on theodolite. |
| Dimensions (mm) | 210 (H) with telescope horizontal. Base diameter 115. |
| Donor | University of Portsmouth, Faculty of Technology, School of Civil Engineering & Surveying |
| Date Donated | August 2019 |
| Materials | Metal and glass |
| Condition | Good |
| Display Location |
