IBM 3505 Punched Card Reader and punch cards [IBM 360]
Maker and role
IBM, Manufacturer
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Object detail
Accession number
2014.102.3
Maker
Description
IBM 3505 Punched card reader, part of IBM 360 system, and punch cards.
Long, oblong-shaped machine on wheels. [formerly Blue] Red (repainted after they were part of collection) cabinet doors at bottom on both sides. On the left hand side are 3 sectioned trays on a slope with securing slides leading to the inside. On the right hand side are 12 push buttons and counter. Opening flap allows loading to be gravity fed. "Open Top Cover" button releases top solid cover revealing interior mechanism. Loose metal guide/slide.
Long, oblong-shaped machine on wheels. [formerly Blue] Red (repainted after they were part of collection) cabinet doors at bottom on both sides. On the left hand side are 3 sectioned trays on a slope with securing slides leading to the inside. On the right hand side are 12 push buttons and counter. Opening flap allows loading to be gravity fed. "Open Top Cover" button releases top solid cover revealing interior mechanism. Loose metal guide/slide.
Marks
"IBM 3505 / CARD READER" Maker's Plate
Media/Materials
Other name
3505 Card Reader
Credit Line
IBM. IBM 3505 Punched Card Reader and punch cards [IBM 360], 2014.102.3. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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