This battery supplied power to the integrated motor of the Hasselblad cameras used on the Apollo 11 mission. Two built-in batteries were installed in each camera motor, providing over 12 volts of power to advance film and cock the shutter when an astronaut pressed the actuation button on the front of the camera.
NASA transferred this bag to the Museum with other Apollo 11 equipment in 1970.
Display Status
This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Manufacturer
Varta Microbattery
Dimensions
3.81 x 5.08cm (1 1/2in. x 2in.) (Approximate)
Materials
HAZMAT: Nickel-cadmium battery
steel
Inventory Number
A19791802000
Credit Line
Transferred from NASA
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
Usage conditions apply
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