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Topic: Lunar Module "Remove Before Flight" tags
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Charlie16
Member Posts: 269
From: Italy
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 08-11-2012 02:23 AM
   
From some time on eBay are sold these items, someone must know its application? Why are the numbers printed above are all the same? It could be a "replica"?  The basic dimensions are 2.8 inches long by 1.25 inches wide by 0.1875 inches high. The red label is about 2.1 inches long by 1 inch wide. |
space1
Member Posts: 478
From: Danville, Ohio, USA
Registered: Dec 2002
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posted 08-11-2012 06:01 AM
There are several types of similar parts that were used to protect areas of the LM control panels before launch. They were made in different forms for the various areas needing protection. I have seen some in the shape of capped cylinders for protecting push buttons. Some are flat pieces of clear plastic with Velcro. I don't know the exact application for a particular part, but sometimes you can find pre-flight images of a LM cabin where similar guards are in place. |
Charlie16
Member Posts: 269
From: Italy
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 08-11-2012 06:09 AM
I try photos where these pieces are see before launch. Some links will be appreciated! |
space1
Member Posts: 478
From: Danville, Ohio, USA
Registered: Dec 2002
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posted 08-11-2012 07:08 AM
I found a NASA photo of LM6 (Apollo 12) that includes the exact type of guard in your photo: The photo shows the Panel 5 area (below the Commander's window). It includes two pushbutton guards, and the type of protective cover in your photo that appears to be covering a piece of Velcro to keep it clean. |
Charlie16
Member Posts: 269
From: Italy
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 08-11-2012 07:56 AM
Thanks for the image! |
kosmo
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Registered: Sep 2001
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posted 12-10-2012 04:13 PM
John (space1), do you have a high resolution image of the above photograph? Also is there a NASA # for that image? |
space1
Member Posts: 478
From: Danville, Ohio, USA
Registered: Dec 2002
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posted 12-10-2012 08:27 PM
Here's a high resolution version of the LM-6 guards.The source photo is 108-KSC-69C-8004. |
kosmo
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Registered: Sep 2001
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posted 12-11-2012 06:09 PM
Thank You!! |
Charlie16
Member Posts: 269
From: Italy
Registered: Dec 2010
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posted 12-12-2012 03:56 AM
Thanks! |
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