Historical information

Insulates electrical wire which is attached in the groove towards the narrow end. It is screwed onto the cross arm of a power pole. Non conductive so that electricity doesn't short out to the ground.

Significance

Used on power poles in the Kiewa Valley.

Physical description

Cream coloured porcelain cylindrical shaped insulator with a groove towards the narrower closed end. Inside the narrow end it is threaded for screwing.

Inscriptions & markings

On the side of the closed end - "KP / 64"