HEWLETT PACKARD (HP) 130C Oscilloscope

Circa 1962 to 1966

A highly regarded analog oscilloscope, primarily recognized for its exceptional sensitivity and quality in analyzing low-frequency signals.

Use Cases:

• Audio & Engineering Laboratories: Its most common environment was the electronics lab, where it was used to analyze tube audio circuits, vibration, and low-frequency signals.

• Industrial Production Lines: It was frequently deployed in manufacturing for quality control and industrial process measurements.

• Semiconductor Facilities: Documented units were in active service at facilities like HP Microwave Semiconductor until the early 1980s.

• Aerospace & Defense: While not a portable field unit, this model series saw use in ground support roles; for instance, the Apollo Lunar Module mission utilized related equipment for ground-based testing.

Historical Significance:

• Design Quality: Regarded as one of the finest oscilloscopes HP produced due to the meticulous care put into its electronic design and "serviceable" construction.

• Durability: Built to survive a rigorous "drop test" from a height of 130 cm on a steel floor, ensuring it remained within calibration even after significant impact.

• Innovative CRT: Features a "no parallax" cathode ray tube (CRT) for more accurate readings.

NOTE: Unit is equipment rack mountable.

(H-18cm x W-48.5cm x D-46cm)