Vibroplex Original Deluxe

SN 149770 / Manufactured in 1946 / Purchased from Wayne Wolinski, VE6IF (Thanks Wayne!)

Here's my Vibroplex - including the Vari-Speed adaptor (added May 18, 2008).  The Vari-Speed allows you to quickly change speeds by pivoting the arm/weights in or out.  It is a much quicker and simpler way to adjust speed.  Because of the extra weight and the range of adjustment, it also increases the speed range considerably. 

Scroll down for pictures of fast and slow settings.

 In the 1960  Handbook advertising section, a key like this sold for $23.95.   Click here to see the Ad

If you cannot imagine how a 'bug' works, go to this very fine website and see the 'virtual bug' and you can see how it works.  A mechanical marvel!  Also other good Vibroplex links here.    http://www.ae4rv.com/tn/education/bug.htm

Vibroplex Original Deluxe with Vari-Speed

Weights adjusted for fast speed

Weights adjusted for slow speed

See VariSpeed in action