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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, Potassium-Hydroxide electrolyte
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Inventory Number A19791803000 Credit Line Transferred from NASA Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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