Omega Program Timer

Introduced: 1976
Discontinued: 1984

 

While most Omega timers were designed for making exposures, the Program Timer was specifically for process timing.  The molded dial had slots at 15 second intervals into which small brass tabs were inserted, representing the end of each step of a particular process. The interchangeable program discs fitted into the dial and could be marked by the user to indicate the proper tab positions for a process. By using a combination of different discs and/or dials, the user was able to quickly change between processes. The accessory outlet was used to control electrical devices such as an agitator base. 

Type: electromechanical

Features: ABS plastic case
               interchangeable dials
               signal bell
               auto accessory switching
Controls: Activation bar

Receptacles: accessory, light
Max. Load: 875W
Timing Range: 30sec - 29min 30sec. 
                     in 15 sec. increments
Accuracy: ± 1 sec. between tabs
Dimensions: 8-½"x5-½"x3-¼"
Weight: 1½ lb. (0.7 kg)

Used Advice:  Because program dials, tabs and kits are discontinued, check that there are sufficient included with the timer.  Otherwise they are generally reliable.


Timer

461-022

Omega Program Timer

D
 

Accessories

461-024

Program Kit  (3 discs plus 36 tabs)

D
461-026 Dial Kit  (1 dial, 1 disc, 12 tabs) D
 

 
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