Elite stationary steam engine (Wormar Model E)
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1927: Wormar Model E "Elite" stationary steam engine [image info]
ELITE MODEL 10/6
Single cylinder, Bore 3/8". Stroke 3/4". Boiler 3 1/4" × 1 3/4". With outer firebox of polished brass 5 1/4" × 2 1/4" specially designed for retaining heat. Nickel plated steel base with Meccano drilling. Geared countershaft to take Meccano chain sprockets, etc. Safety valve, lamp, etc. Suitable for driving large models or lifting fairly large weights in a crane. Runs for 30 mins. 3-5,000 revs per minute.