Improved transformer cutout by GE

Improved Transformer Cut-out.

The new primary switch and cut-out manufactured by the General Electric Company is made of porcelain and is practically a pole-line insulator, combined with a transformer primary switch and single-pole cut-out. Thus the wire may be brought directly from the line to the cut-out and thence to the transformer without the use of an additional insulator. The cut-out, which is illustrated here-with, consists of stationary terminals, with clips which make contact with a removable porcelain plug, which carries the fuses.

The construction is such that ordinary uncovered fuse wire may be used, although this is not recommended because of the possibility of improper fusing, due to the increased length of wire over that ordinarily required, which, of course, materially affects the carrying capacity of the fuse., A line of fuses specially constructed for use in this cut-out is also manufactured by the company.

Improved Transformer Cut-Out.

The plug when inserted in the cut-out is held securely in position because of the peculiar design of the contact, and the construction of the handle is such as to protect the hand from danger of shock. The cut-outs are finished in black, thus corresponding to the general appearance of the transformers.