Reynolds Electric Company

Summary

Manufacturer of Essco-Style traffic signals in the early 20's. One of the pioneers. Chicago, Illinois.

Traffic Signals

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Four Ways

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Figure: Pedestal type signal with cutaway view showing controller mounted in base. [Image by LC]

Adjustables

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Pedestrian Signals

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Informational Signals and Signs

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Lenses

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Controllers

Flasher Model No. 439

This was much like the modern electro-mechanical flashers. Contact brushes are installed, with the contact being fastened to the drum, all of which is rotated by the motor. A speed govenor is included to alter the timing. This is a lubrication-free model, instead the brushes are changed periodically.

Figure: Interior View of Model No. 439 Flasher Control. [Image by LC]

Figure: Contact and drum assembly sketch. [Image by LC]

Hardware

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Miscellaneous Images

a couple of quality pics of a restored unit [delete]

References

Chicago Engineering Works Review, When Electricity Says "Stop!" and "Go!", Vol. 6 No. 12, April 1926, Student's Department edition.