Teletypewriter Punch Bar

Teletypewriter Punch Bars are components used in Teletype and Facsimile Equipment. They are part of the supply class within the supply group Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment.

Teletypewriter Punch Bars are mechanical devices that are used to punch holes in paper tapes or cards. These punched tapes or cards are then used for transmitting or storing information. The punch bars typically consist of a row of metal pins or punches that can be activated to create holes in the paper tape or card.

These punched tapes or cards were commonly used in early communication systems, such as teletypewriters, to transmit text messages over long distances. The punched holes represented characters or symbols, which could be decoded at the receiving end to recreate the original message.

Teletypewriter Punch Bars played a crucial role in the development of communication technology, enabling the transmission of written messages in a more efficient and automated manner. However, with the advancement of digital technology, the use of punched tapes and cards has become less common, and electronic communication methods have taken over.

Overall, Teletypewriter Punch Bars are important components in Teletype and Facsimile Equipment, allowing for the creation of punched tapes or cards used in early communication systems.