1940s SEL Three Pole Motor No.3 1262 4 Volts 1.5 amp

This is a quite rare British 1940s SEL Three Way Motor No.3 1262 4 Volts 1.5 amp.

A great find for all collectors of vintage tech. In good condition with slight loss of paint and surface blemishes.

Approximate measurements:

• Base Width: 8.8 cm
• Base Length:- 10.1 cm (4")
• Height: 6 cm

This small 4 Volt electric motor was made by Signalling Equipment Limited (SEL): catalogue number 1262. The motor has two red curved magnetic pole-plates, a three-arm set of coils, and an electromagnet between the plates. The base is made from black .

A useful dynamo motor e.g. for Model Steam Engines including; Meccano/Mamod/Wilesco. It dates to the 1930s/40s.

Summary

• Die Cast Metal arm and body with chrome non-ferrous (Nickel) fixtures
• Radius cornered base
• Black and Red Paint 
• Manufacturer SEL (Trade name for J. L. Randall of Potters Bar, Middlesex)
• Marked on the Top with
• SEL (Signalling Equipment Limited) Logo 
• Motor No.3/1262
• 4 volts 1.5 amp

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