Standard Table of Water Required Per Day by the Edison Standard Central Station
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A blueprint-style table detailing water consumption for various engine sizes at the Edison Standard Central Station. It specifies conditions for full and half load operations over 12 hours, listing water usage in gallons and pounds per horsepower. The table also includes specifications for pump types and sizes, such as those manufactured by Davidson and Worthington. The layout and precise calculations highlight the meticulous planning required for the efficiency of early electric power generation.
This table, dated January 1889, provides calculations for the amount of water required for engine operations at the Edison Standard Central Station. It includes corresponding sizes and types of pumps necessary for efficient station function. This document reflects the engineering considerations and operational standards of early electric power stations. Lewis Latimer inspected the Central Stations that the Edison Company built in various cities to supply electricity to customers. Latimer kept numerous blueprints relating to his work.
Latimer Family Papers (1870-1996 ) [QPL Full Collection]