Scale, Sample, Lunar Surface

National Air and Space Museum

Object Details

Manufacturer
Unknown
Summary
The Sample Scale was designed to weigh containers of rocks and soil during the lunar mission. It was important to know the weights so that pre-determined weight limits were not exceeded at lunar lift-off. This type of scale was used on Apollo 14, 15, 16, and 17. This particular unit was used for training activities.
Transferred from NASA to the Museum in 1981.
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA, Johnson Space Center.
Inventory Number
A19810712000
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
Type
EQUIPMENT-Lunar
Materials
Aluminum
Dimensions
Overall: 13 3/4 in. long x 1 in. wide (35 x 2.54cm)
Country of Origin
United States of America
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Record ID
nasm_A19810712000
Metadata Usage (text)
Not determined
GUID (Link to Original Record)
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